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William J Pignataro

Orlando

Summary

Accountant with extensive experience in defense technology, media production, and title insurance. Expertise in MS Office and various accounting software, specializing in accounts payables management and General Ledger. Proven analytical skills and mathematical proficiency enhance financial operations. Committed to continuous professional development and effective teamwork.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Financial Analyst

L3Harris Technologies
04.2020 - 06.2025
  • Reconciled balance sheet accounts to maintain accurate financial reporting.
  • Prepared month-end and year-end journal entries to ensure compliance with accounting standards.
  • Reviewed quarterly account balances, providing detailed explanations of reconciling items to management.
  • Supported Telecom Consolidation Project, completing Bill Back reporting for cost allocation.
  • Collaborated with accounting teams (AP and AR/Cash) to resolve reconciling items promptly.
  • Drafted journal entries for accruals and other adjustments to reflect true financial position.
  • Ensured adherence to accounting deadlines for timely reporting and analysis.
  • Reconciled monthly intercompany balances to enhance accuracy in financial statements.
  • Identified discrepancies in financial data and recommended corrective actions to resolve them.

Accountant

Gannett
07.2016 - 04.2020
  • Reviewed and coded accounts payable invoices to ensure accuracy and compliance.
  • Prepared monthly financial reports for management review and decision-making.
  • Conducted monthly forecasting and prepared annual budgets for financial planning.
  • Analyzed financial statements, income summaries, and trial balances for discrepancies.
  • Executed quarterly reviews of user roles in company computer systems for security compliance.
  • Prepared journal entries for accruals and adjusting entries to maintain accurate records.
  • Compiled payroll, expense review, and forecasting upload files for financial reporting.
  • Performed quarterly inventory counts of newspaper rolls, plates, and ink for asset management.
  • Facilitated month-end and year-end closing journal entries for comprehensive financial reporting.
  • Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
  • Assisted in the reconciliation of bank statements and general ledger accounts.
  • Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
  • Monitored balance sheets and income statements to evaluate financial performance.
  • Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.

Senior Accountant

First American Title Insurance Co.
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Reviewed financial statements, income summaries, trial balances, and account analysis reports for accuracy.
  • Managed general ledger entries and reconciliations for accuracy and compliance.
  • Prepared month-end and year-end closing journal entries to facilitate financial reporting.
  • Created journal entries for accruals and other adjusting entries to ensure accurate financial records.
  • Ensured adherence to accounting deadlines for timely financial submissions.
  • Reconciled monthly intercompany balances to maintain consistency across accounts.
  • Reconciled notes payable and accrued tax accounts to uphold financial integrity.
  • Compiled and submitted quarterly premium tax returns for Kentucky and annual returns for Louisiana.
  • Developed desktop procedures for accounting functions including journal entries and tax filings.
  • Managed daily closing, reporting and reconciliation functions.
  • Managed and prepared journal entries and reconciliations to support monthly general ledger closing activities.
  • Performed general ledger account reconciliations and generated updated financial documents.
  • Provided support to internal and external auditors during the annual audit process.
  • Generated ad hoc reports as requested by executive management team.

Financial Analyst

First American Title Insurance Co.
01.2010 - 01.2014
  • Analyzed financial statements, sales revenues, costs, and expenses for Southeast offices.
  • Created detailed spreadsheets to identify trends and generate forecasts.
  • Developed comprehensive reports and charts for budgeting and forecasting presentations.
  • Provided financial support to State/Area managers, SVPs, and CFO for Eastern Division.
  • Compiled and submitted quarterly premium tax returns for Kentucky.
  • Produced monthly Board Report for Eastern Division, summarizing key financial insights.
  • Identified discrepancies in financial data and recommended corrective actions to resolve them.

Accounts Payable Supervisor

First American Title Insurance Co.
01.2007 - 01.2010
  • Entered and uploaded invoices into processing system using Excel templates.
  • Reviewed and approved employee timesheets to ensure accuracy of payroll.
  • Conducted weekly staff meetings to enhance team communication.
  • Resolved AP Tech Excel tickets to address technical issues promptly.
  • Completed and reviewed employee yearly reviews for performance assessment.
  • Checked processing queue for ePayables, identifying and correcting errors.
  • Managed all monthly and quarterly recurring payments for timely processing.
  • Confirmed and printed check batches for disbursement.
  • Managed vendor invoices and processed payments in a timely manner.
  • Trained new team members on accounts payable procedures and systems.
  • Assisted with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable.
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from vendors regarding payment status.
  • Provided training to other staff on Accounts Payable processes.
  • Reviewed and approved invoices for accuracy, completeness, and proper authorization.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired new employees for accounts payable department.
  • Managed a team of Accounts Payable clerks responsible for processing invoices.
  • Researched past due invoices.
  • Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision.

Accounts Payable Processor

First American Title Insurance Co.
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Scanned and processed over 100 invoices daily into processing system.
  • Served as Lead Processor for Southeast Region, ensuring timely invoice management.
  • Streamlined invoice processing workflows to enhance efficiency across operations.
  • Processed vendor invoices for timely payment and accurate record-keeping.
  • Utilized accounting software to input data and track payments efficiently.
  • Entered new suppliers into the accounting system as needed.
  • Handled all inquiries from internal and external customers regarding invoicing or payments issues.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures related to Accounts Payable processes.
  • Assisted with month-end closing activities related to accounts payable functions.
  • Processed invoices and payments accurately and timely according to established procedures.
  • Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision.
  • Worked closely with department personnel to produce accurate and timely bills.
  • Coded invoices to maintain organized and accurate records.

Accounts Receivable Processor

First American Title Insurance Co.
01.2005 - 01.2006
  • Prepared bank deposits for efficient financial processing.
  • Followed up on payment collections to ensure timely allocation.
  • Entered invoice data for accurate payment processing.
  • Assisted in the general ledger review of profit and loss statements.
  • Processed documents to maintain records and files.

Accounts Receivable Manager

First American Title Insurance Co.
01.2006
  • Prepare bank deposits.
  • Investigate and resolve customer queries.
  • Reconciled Bank Accounts.
  • Maintain accounts receivable customer files.

Education

Bachelors - Sociology, Minor in Economics

Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
04.2004

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Excel and PowerPoint
  • Outlook and Word
  • Datafaction and Oracle
  • GL Wand and EPM
  • Epayables and Blackline
  • Basware and PeopleSoft
  • Tangoe and ARCS
  • Lawson and T-Recs
  • Hyperion expertise
  • Balance sheet reconciliation
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Variance analysis
  • Financial reporting skills
  • Accounts receivable management
  • Accounts payable processing
  • General ledger oversight
  • Costpoint proficiency
  • Cognos analytics
  • Financial reporting
  • Data analysis
  • Reconciliation processes
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Critical thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Knowledge of ERP (enterprise resource planning) software
  • Financial statement analysis
  • General ledger journal entry
  • Research and data analysis
  • Analyzing performance
  • GAAP principles expertise
  • Account reconciliation
  • Due diligence
  • Adobe software
  • General ledger accounting

Websites

Timeline

Financial Analyst

L3Harris Technologies
04.2020 - 06.2025

Accountant

Gannett
07.2016 - 04.2020

Senior Accountant

First American Title Insurance Co.
01.2014 - 01.2016

Financial Analyst

First American Title Insurance Co.
01.2010 - 01.2014

Accounts Payable Supervisor

First American Title Insurance Co.
01.2007 - 01.2010

Accounts Payable Processor

First American Title Insurance Co.
01.2006 - 01.2007

Accounts Receivable Manager

First American Title Insurance Co.
01.2006

Accounts Receivable Processor

First American Title Insurance Co.
01.2005 - 01.2006

Bachelors - Sociology, Minor in Economics

Florida State University

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