Talented Controller with 14 years of expertise overseeing accounting functions for multinational companies. Proficient in directing end-to-end accounting cycles, financial reporting and policy and procedure development. Motivated team builder and supervisor driven to develop and maintain consistent, accurate and legal accounting structures.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
BB&M Architecture
Charlotte, North Carolina
10.2020 - Current
Direct Report to CFO.
Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial statement reports to Principals.
Analyze financial results and provide variance explanations to budget, forecast, and historical trends.
Ensure month-end close activities are performed timely and accurately identifying process improvements to achieve efficiencies during the close process.
Lead and develop direct reports to have a thorough understanding of existing processes and responsibilities.
Oversee accounts payable processes, directing and leading the activities performed by the Accounts Payables Staff
Create accounting processes and policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls including managing and improving the account reconciliation process.
Oversee payroll operations, ensuring accurate payroll processing of transactions for salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, etc.
Allocate payroll, benefits, and other cash disbursements among program cost centers
Maintain employee personnel records including, salary and pay-related changes, timesheets, leave requests, and other employee-related material
Partner with Project Managers on managing the financial life cycle of all projects and contracts including budget development, proper accounting treatment, reporting and closeout.
Monitor cash flow and forecast
Perform monthly bank reconciliation and credit card transaction reconciliations
Project Accountant
T. Y. Lin International
Miami, FL
11.2017 - 05.2020
This position reports to the Vice President of the Atlanta and Charleston offices
Supported Project Management role in activities such as project planning, budget control, progress evaluation and cash flow
Conducted month-end close reviewing performance against plan, variance analysis, revenue recognition and realization adjustment
Prepared timely and accurate billing for all assigned projects, resolving any issues in a timely manner
Managed accounts payable process, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
Complied with month end close schedule and finance deadlines
Supported Project Managers in administrating contract, change management, compliance with contract requirements
Managed cash forecasting and clean-up of aged accounts receivables
Managed Quarterly and Yearly Budget Forecasting
Project Accountant
Zyscovich Architects
New York, NY
12.2016 - 09.2017
This position assisted the Director of the NY office and was responsible for at least 60 projects monthly
Managed full cycle monthly accounting process using Deltek Accounting Software
Assisted project managers to meet accounting and project deadlines and communicated effectively with
Advised of the New York office Director on pending contracts and/or other contract issues
Worked with subcontractors to track financial and project success, ensured compliance on projects and
Project close outs.
Senior Property Accountant
University of Miami
Coral Gables, FL
12.2016 - 09.2017
This position reported to the Director of Property, Plant & Equipment and was responsible for providing monthly analysis and reconciliation of Plant, Property and Equipment ledgers
Analyzed accounts for proper capitalization of construction and improvements
Prepared complex monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, plant schedules, depreciation forecasts and reconciliation
Created monthly reconciliation spreadsheets on excel programmed with VLOOKUP’s
Coordinated with facilities for status review of capital construction projects and posting of plant additions to property system
Assisted auditors during reviews and provided any documentation needed for selections
Observed and developed process improvement initiatives.
Project Accountant
Gensler
New York, NY
08.2013 - 08.2015
This position assisted two Studio Directors including 30 project managers performing accounting and analysis related to large builds including job costing, margin analysis, project set up reports to support the project managers
Managed monthly project cash flows and full cycle monthly accounting process
Consulted managers on contract options, obtain reviews, get contract issued, manage paper flow for local office, advise Studio Directors of projects without pending contracts and/or other contract issues
Managed accounts receivables and accounts payable using Deltek Accounting Software
Assisted project managers to meet accounting and project deadlines and communicated effectively with clients and consultants to identify project requirements.
Created purchase orders, subcontracts and change order requests.
Accountant/Office Manager
DY Consultants
Garden City, NY
03.2012 - 08.2013
Oversaw daily operations of all staff for small, successful, private-owned Aviation Engineering & Consulting company
Employee Payroll into Deltek Accounting Software and Trinet HR system
Compiled and drafted 100 Invoice Packages reports each Month
Established project control procedures such as project forecasts and cash flow projections
Recovered $30k of billable uncategorized labor and expenses
Compiled financial reports pertaining to cash receipts, expenditures and profit and loss
Drafted and reviewed financial statement compilations before being approved by partners
Maintained Petty Cash and Bank reconciliations.
Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
Project Coordinator
VHB Engineering
Hauppauge, NY
08.2008 - 02.2011
Land Development, Transportation & Environmental Engineering Firm
Processed invoices for review and approval for 20 PMs
Reviewed and maintained billing terms, ensure client's requirements are met (back-up, expense backup, timesheets, spreadsheets, client forms, vouchers, etc.)
Provided analysis to Project Managers of project budgets including spent to date, billed to date, budget remaining, project close outs and accounts receivable
Maintained Office Checkbook and Petty Cash.
Established and maintained quality performance metrics to meet objectives.
Created and maintained project documentation to drive transparency with stakeholders.
Education
Project Management Professional Certification - Project Management
University of Miami
Miami, FL
01.2019
Master of Science - Accountancy, Accounting
DePaul University
Chicago, IL
06.2018
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY
05.2008
Skills
Internal Controls Development
Profit and Loss Management
Month-End and Year-End Closings
Balance Sheet Management
Supervision & Leadership
Training & Development
Project Management
General Ledger Accounting
Financial Forecasting
Deltek Accounting and Project Management Platform
Improvement Recommendations
Financial Budgeting
Timeline
Controller
BB&M Architecture
10.2020 - Current
Project Accountant
T. Y. Lin International
11.2017 - 05.2020
Project Accountant
Zyscovich Architects
12.2016 - 09.2017
Senior Property Accountant
University of Miami
12.2016 - 09.2017
Project Accountant
Gensler
08.2013 - 08.2015
Accountant/Office Manager
DY Consultants
03.2012 - 08.2013
Project Coordinator
VHB Engineering
08.2008 - 02.2011
Project Management Professional Certification - Project Management
Assistant Professor at Erciyes University Faculty of Architecture Department of ArchitectureAssistant Professor at Erciyes University Faculty of Architecture Department of Architecture
Associate Professor at King Saud University, college of Architecture and Planning, Architecture and Building sciences Dep.Associate Professor at King Saud University, college of Architecture and Planning, Architecture and Building sciences Dep.