Drew Conner Email & Phone Number

Greater New York City Area

• Working with property managers to consistently achieve a 90% rating on HUD REAC audits for a portfolio of more than 40 properties. • Collaborates with insurance loss adjusters and realizes a consistent 20% profit over final Statement of Loss by efficiently utilizing building fire remediation staff and contractors.• Provides comprehensive operational leadership for a real estate development and management subsidiary.• Spearheads all facets of building fire remediation to ensure parent company assets are properly and fully restored.• Collaborates with property managers on critical property level issues, correct procedural deficiencies and safety preparedness.• Manages all facets of renovation projects from planning to final sign off on approximately 5,000 units.• Leads recruiting, hiring, training, mentoring and management functions for a varied team of accountants, project managers, warehouse employees and union/non-union subcontractors.• Secures and reviews all essential risk insurance, indemnity agreements and project contracts to protect company assets and interests.

Congers, New York

Provided comprehensive accounting and financial reporting, analysis and GAAP compliance.Oversaw all operations of the construction operations.Identified company-wide inefficiencies and implemented process improvements and procedures.Developed and managed annual operating budget while commanding all corporate financial operations. Recruited, hired, trained and developed a varied staff of 25 employees to effectively deliver on current and long-term corporate goals. Completed audit work papers, financial statements and other tax documentation for external accountant.Provided technologic oversight of computer system install and subsequent conversion projects and identified errors to reform implementation issues.

New York, New York

Prepared financial statements and performed comprehensive financial statement audits. Produced financial and regulatory reporting required by laws, regulations or boards of directors. Generated personal and partnership tax returns in accordance with all IRS regulations and deadlines. Spearheaded complex accounting projects and initiatives including client contract bonding procurement.Prepared monthly and annual expense forecasts, including any recommended action required to manage costs to achieve budgetary goals and targets.Audited client-prepared work papers for accuracy, compliance and GAAP adherence.Collaborated and extensively counseled client staff during preliminary and year-end audit processes. Thoroughly reviewed financial statements and tax audits to correct any discrepancies and inaccuracies.Tested the design and effectiveness of internal controls by completing walk-throughs of complex business processes.