Asuka Okuno, Mba, Aai-M Email & Phone Number

Atlanta Metropolitan Area

I am responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting functions for the BISB. My duties include implementing new financial policy and procedure, compliance to SOX, process control, timely and accurate closing process, Budget, FP&A, and overseeing the accounting department.Planning and coordinating all accounting operational functionsManaging the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of consolidated business resultsMonth-end and quarter-end closeCoordinating and preparing financial statementsCoordinating activities of internal/external auditorsManaging the budget processAssessing current accounting operations, offering recommendations for improvement and implementing new processesEvaluating accounting and internal control systemsResponsible for team performance metricsHiring, training and retaining skilled accounting staff

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

I oversaw the accounting department functions with an annualized revenue of $500M+ with a focus on ensuring the timely and accurate delivery of financial statements in accordance with GAAP and IFRS. I was in charge of continuous process improvement and efficiencies within the accounting operations and lead the cross functional team in Spanish.• Completed month-end process, including journal entries, account/variance analysis, cash flow statement, and transfer-price adjustment, and produced financial reports ensuring the accuracy and completeness• Support in preparing budgets and forecasts and provide flux analysis• Prepared internal reports including cost analysis and trend reports for executives to support decision making• Managed auditor engagements and assist in compilation of reports for compliance and successful audit results• Collaborated with external CPA firm to ensure timely and accurate tax filings • Managed Travel & Expense and ensure the visibility and accuracy of the account and compliance with company T&E policy• Manage ERP-related IT projects for continuous process improvements• Fostered an environment of continuous process improvement identifying and implementing changes and automating processes via the use of robotic process automation (RPA). • Managed accounting team and provided motivation and support to drive superior performance

Greater Atlanta Area

I was responsible for full cycle accounting process, developed and maintained accounting procedures, internal controls and financial strategy. I assisted the CEO in analysis of financial reports and achieving the Firm’s financial goals.• Managed the full cycle accounting process including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash application, payroll, general ledger, bank reconciliation, P&L and commission calculations.• Produced and analyzed financial reports and monitored all proper accounting/internal controls are in place• Managed a team of five and provided training and mentorship to engage the team for their best performance and professional growth• Increased revenue by 25% by successfully implementing the "4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX)" program developed by Franklin Covey and boosting firm’s production • Run payroll and managed the employee expense accounts

Rome, Ga

I led the production control department and was responsible for logistics operation to support the annual sales of $50 million in the steel and metal manufacturing industry-Managed all imports of finished goods from China, Mexico and Japan with a responsibility of approximately $3 million of inventory value as well as approximately 40% of the company's revenues-Collaborated with Sr management teams from China, Mexico and Japan solving quality issues, negotiating prices, and developing business reports for executives. -Implemented strategic sourcing plans considering lead-time, transportation costs and suppliers' capacity to keep the in-house inventory level at minimum while ensuring that on-time delivery of the parts to the customers for assembly-Managed multiple logistics brokers by monitoring the market, saved $30K+ annually by strategic negotiation of price for ocean freight from China(Resigned in order to pursue Master's degree in Accounting)

White, Georgia, United States

-Developed a relational database and reduced time to produce reports by 55%. Automated significant part of processes using Crystal Reports and successfully reduced data entry and processing time by 15 % and increased the accuracy by 10%-Managed multiple interdepartmental continuous improvement projects successfully and enhanced administrative and manufacturing process. Identified and implemented changes by managing team’s day to day project activities to including timelines, schedule, status and defects. Conducted daily and weekly team meetings to discuss and bring resolution to issues(Resigned the position in order to pursue MBA)

Masters In Accounting, Accounting

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), International Business

Master of Business Administration Concentration in International Business & Organizational Management

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Spanish Language And Literature, International Relations, 3.6/4.0

Activities and Societies: International Student Club

Study Abroad From Gcsu, Spanish Language And Literature, Translation, Education, 3.8/4.0

Study Abroad from Georgia College & State University Concentration in Spanish Language and Literature, Education, Translation Teacher.

Associate Of Arts (A.A.), Spanish Language And Literature, 3.9/4.0

Activities and Societies: Phi Theta Kappa Associate of Arts Concentration in Spanish Language and Literature International Leadership.