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Terrance Otis
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented accounting professional with over 14 years of experience in financial management and operations across hospitality, healthcare, and service industries. Expertise in enhancing financial reporting accuracy, implementing internal controls, and driving process improvements to achieve organizational goals. Proven track record in leading high-performing teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, and optimizing operational efficiency. Known for a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to continuous improvement. Seeking a leadership role to leverage strategic financial planning and management capabilities while fostering innovation and collaboration in finance operations.
Professional accounting leader with focus on financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and team collaboration. Skilled in budgeting, financial reporting, and process optimization. Reliable team player adaptable to evolving business needs and committed to achieving organizational goals. Strong analytical abilities and strategic mindset enhance decision-making and performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounting Manager
Sandstone Medical Solutions
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Trained and coached accounting department personnel in new accounting functions and software
- Introduced AI techniques to automate accounting functions, improving efficiency and accuracy
- Created and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all accounting processes, ensuring consistency and compliance
- Processed payroll for all company employees, ensuring accurate and timely compensation
- Managed all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger maintenance
- Reviewed financial records for the accounting team and their assigned clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Reviewed and processed quarterly tax filings for clients, meeting all regulatory requirements
Accounting Manager
NOLA Hotel Group
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Supervised property-level accounting operations, including bank reconciliations, daily cash flow monitoring, and month-end expense accruals, resulting in a 10% increase in reporting accuracy
- Processed corporate payroll for all properties, ensuring precise and timely processing, reducing errors by 15%
- Completed all adjusting entries and reclasses for financials, minimizing errors and discrepancies
- Completed monthly sales tax filings and payments for all properties, ensuring compliance with local regulations
- Completed insurance benefit journal entries and payments, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee benefits
- Completed daily tax reconciliations and audited all properties for discrepancies, ensuring accurate and timely tax reporting
- Prepared and presented comprehensive financial reports to owners and investors, facilitating informed decision-making
Accounting Manager
El Cucuy Nola LLC
09.2021 - 05.2023
- Directed daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll, ensuring accurate and timely financial management
- Developed and managed the annual budget and performed financial forecasting, providing valuable insights for strategic planning
- Processed payroll for all employees, set up the payroll service, and ensured timely payment of all payroll taxes
- Designed new tracking systems to monitor key financial performance metrics, improving managerial decision-making capabilities
- Completed a sales tracker and ensured timely payment of all sales taxes, maintaining accurate records and compliance with tax regulations
- Transitioned the company to a new accounting software and created a new chart of accounts, improving efficiency and reporting capabilities
- Consulted with the owner on financial strategy and analysis, contributing to the company's financial health and growth
Income Auditor
McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality
05.2020 - 08.2021
- Audited revenue and expense reports across multiple hotel outlets, ensuring compliance and improving financial data accuracy by 15%
- Analyzed credit card activity and cash flow trends, resolving anomalies and discrepancies promptly
- Implemented systems for tracking transactions, boosting transparency and reporting efficiency
- Conducted variance analysis to identify financial discrepancies, providing actionable recommendations to leadership
- Enhanced financial reporting practices by introducing new auditing protocols
Staff Accountant
HEI Hotels & Resorts
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Accurately input and managed financial transactions in accounting software while maintaining detailed and organized records
- Regularly reconciled bank and credit card statements to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies
- Processed vendor payments and managed customer invoices to maintain smooth financial operations
- Ensured adherence to accounting standards and supported internal control processes to safeguard company assets
- Partnered with finance team members to support projects and initiatives, contributing to operational efficiency and accuracy
Bookkeeper
Duplantier, Hrapmann, Hogan & Maher, L.L.P., CPA
07.2015 - 05.2019
- Managed financial records for diverse clients, enhancing data accuracy through detailed ledger analyses
- Supported tax preparation and filings, maintaining compliance with relevant regulations
- Conducted expense reviews to identify cost-saving opportunities, improving client profitability
- Provided advisory support to small businesses on effective accounting practices
Accounting Clerk
Hampton Inn
03.2010 - 06.2015
- Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring accurate record-keeping and on-time payments
- Prepared detailed monthly financial reports
- Completed bank deposits
- Also performed general cashiering
- Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely payments
- Prepared assisted my directors with month end close
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH05.2025
Bachelor of Engineering - Manufacturing Technology
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LA05.2011
Skills
- Financial Management & Reporting
- Financial Analysis
- GAAP Compliance
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Revenue Recognition
- Consolidated Financial Reporting
- Operational Expertise
- Internal Controls
- Multi-State Payroll Processing
- Tax Compliance
- Process Optimization
- Cost Management
- Leadership & Analysis
- Team Leadership & Development
- Audit Coordination
- Variance Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Performance Metrics Analysis
- Technical Proficiency
- Advanced Excel
- QuickBooks
- SAP
- Financial Statement Preparation
- ERP Systems
- Bank reconciliation
- AP and AR management
- Financial reporting
- Bookkeeping
- Payroll processing
- Journal entries
- GAAP understanding
- Audits
- General ledger management
- Financial auditing
- Bank account reconciliations
- Quickbooks
- Project management
- Fixed asset management
- Payroll management
- Financial management
- Accounts receivable management
- Closing procedures
- Month-end reporting
- Cost accounting
- GAAP
- Staff training and development
- Internal controls
- Cash flow management
- Quarterly reviews
- Tax preparation
- Tax compliance
- Statement review
- Revenue recognition
- Financial statements expertise
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Advanced Excel Certification, 2024
- Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Certification
Accomplishments
- Implemented internal controls reducing reporting discrepancies by 15%.
- Led a cross-functional team to optimize payroll processing, achieving 100% compliance in multi-state tax regulations.
- Enhanced financial forecasting models, increasing accuracy by 20% across multiple organizations.
- Designed and executed a cost-reduction initiative that saved $200,000 annually.
- Successfully integrated new accounting software, streamlining processes and reducing manual errors.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software
PeopleSoft
Quickbooks Desktop
Quickbooks Online
Xero
Sage
Timeline
Accounting Manager
Sandstone Medical Solutions
05.2024 - 10.2024
Accounting Manager
NOLA Hotel Group
05.2023 - 05.2024
Accounting Manager
El Cucuy Nola LLC
09.2021 - 05.2023
Income Auditor
McGuire Moorman Lambert Hospitality
05.2020 - 08.2021
Staff Accountant
HEI Hotels & Resorts
05.2019 - 05.2020
Bookkeeper
Duplantier, Hrapmann, Hogan & Maher, L.L.P., CPA
07.2015 - 05.2019
Accounting Clerk
Hampton Inn
03.2010 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Engineering - Manufacturing Technology
Nicholls State University
- Advanced Excel Certification, 2024
- Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) Certification
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Southern New Hampshire University
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