Skilled financial professional with extensive experience in finance and accounting. My career has led me to leadership roles in multiple accounting functions at multinational corporations and private companies. Strength in recognizing, analyzing, and solving problems and acquired strong business acumen through business ownership experience. Excellent oral, written communication, motivational and leadership skills. Versatile, willing to try innovative approaches, easily adaptable to changing situations and meeting daily challenges. Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, MS Office, knowledge of various accounting systems.During the first few months led the Pacific Produce finance team in the implementation of Prophet ERP which will significantly streamlined operations and accounting functions in order to gain efficiencies and provide valuable real time information to senior executives. Also in the HR area, consolidated payroll processing, workers comp, and 401K administration with a leading PEO provider in order to reduce the risk of future costs/increases. This has reduced administrative burdens, helped streamline processes, integrate systems and gain valuable HR support without increasing headcount. Implemented first time health benefits for multi-state operations. Automated benefit administration and multi-state compliance for new and existing hires. Led the successful implementation of Oracle Financials for Del Monte’s Global Operations and the transition of the accounts payable department to a shared services environment attaining significant cost savings.