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William French

Staten Island

Summary

Dynamic finance professional with proven expertise in preparing financial statements and managing audits, as demonstrated at BDO Seidman. Skilled in payroll processing and staff management, I excel in client relationship management and delivering high-quality financial oversight. Achievements include implementing risk-based auditing strategies, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Controller

Scott-Macon LLC
02.1991 - 03.2025
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
  • Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
  • Managed payroll data entry and processing for [Number] employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
  • Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.

Audit Manager

BDO Seidman
06.1986 - 01.1991
  • Managed a team of auditors, ensuring accurate and timely completion of audit projects.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on accounting standards and best practices to ensure high-quality audit results were delivered consistently.
  • Implemented risk-based auditing strategies, resulting in better identification of potential issues.
  • Interacted with internal staff and clients to improve operational knowledge of relevant tax issues and business implications.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

St Johns University
Staten Island, NY
06-1983

Skills

  • Payroll processing
  • Audit documentation
  • Preparing financial statements
  • Client relationship management

Timeline

Controller

Scott-Macon LLC
02.1991 - 03.2025

Audit Manager

BDO Seidman
06.1986 - 01.1991

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

St Johns University

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