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Theresa Rodriguez
Maple Valley,WA
Summary
Experienced Corporate Controller with a 25-year track record of collaborating with diverse organizations. Recognized for exceptional leadership skills, consistently driving teams towards financial objectives. Demonstrated success in partnering with executive leaders to formulate effective business, financial, and growth strategies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Corporate Financial Controller
Launch Pad Technologies, Inc.
12.2023 - Current
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare financial documents and general account management.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting in alignment with US GAAP.
- Collaborated with C-level executives and stakeholders to develop long-term financial plans.
- Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
- Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
Controller
SoundEarth Strategies, Inc.
12.2020 - 12.2023
- Collaborated with executive team in preparation of annual capital and operating budgets, forecasts and all financial reporting and analysis.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 75+ employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Led organizational cash flow and cash flow forecasting initiatives.
- Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
- Worked with executives to create annual budget and track actual expenses against projected expenses.
- Introduced internal controls to monitor critical areas of financial control and devised corrective actions to address risks or deficiencies in alignment with US GAAP.
- Prepared and filed tax returns and generated monthly reports in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
- Supported program managers in providing procedural training on finance and accounting.
Financial Controller
American Farms Consulting
07.2018 - 12.2020
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Implemented and reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data in compliance with US GAAP.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports
- Collaborated with executive team and stakeholders to develop budgets and strategic planning.
Accounting Manager
GRO Orchards
03.2010 - 07.2018
- Delivered exceptional project management and addressed complex business strategy for senior leadership.
- Used double-entry accounting methods and check backs to manage daily entries to general ledgers.
- Mitigated impacts on financial accounting and business operations by working proactively to identify and resolve strategic concerns.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Washington State University
Pullman, WAMaster’s Degree - Accounting And Finance
Washington State University
Pullman, WABachelor’s Degree - Business Administration
Washington State University
Skills
- Cost accounting
- Tax compliance
- General ledger management
- Regulatory compliance
- Cash flow management
- US GAAP proficiency
- Financial strategy management
- Internal control management
- Budget administration
- Public accounting
- Financial forecasting
- Audit management
Certification
- Certified Tax Preparer
- Notary Public
- SHRM Certification
Note
Reference provided upon request.
Software
Microsoft Dynamics
NetSuite
Sage
Deltek Vantagepoint
Viewpoint
Paylocity, Gusto, ADP, Paychecks
QuickBooks
Timeline
Corporate Financial Controller
Launch Pad Technologies, Inc.
12.2023 - Current
Controller
SoundEarth Strategies, Inc.
12.2020 - 12.2023
Financial Controller
American Farms Consulting
07.2018 - 12.2020
Accounting Manager
GRO Orchards
03.2010 - 07.2018
- Certified Tax Preparer
- Notary Public
- SHRM Certification
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Washington State University
Master’s Degree - Accounting And Finance
Washington State University
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration
Washington State University
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