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Fort Lauderdale, Florida, US

• As an accounting consultant for small businesses, assist clients with all aspects of their financial needs.
• Establish clients with QuickBooks Online, set up general ledger chart of accounts, client billing with online payment options, vendors with correct tax information, and cash set up for online banking and accurate cash.
• Create processes on how to download, properly code transactions, and create financial reports for presentation.
• Researched corporate health and liability insurance options to choose the correct policies and optimal pricing for each company.
• Prepared tax information and presented to external tax accountants for timely filing.
• Processed daily transactions as needed while providing training and support for accounting staff.

• Client: Red Thread Productions, New York, NYProject: Retained to evaluate and administer new processes and procedures for a media services company specializing in corporate and brand storytelling.
• Researched accounting system alternatives and worked with vendors to implement the best solution, transitioning from an industry-specific solution to QuickBooks to facilitate project accounting.
• Trained bookkeeper on how to process information in a more effective and timely manner.
• Liaised with an external CPA to guide compliance to federal and state-mandated reporting for the LLC, an S-Corp.
• Personally interfaced with federal and state tax agencies on disputed taxes and resolved accordingly.
• Assisted in securing corporate insurance compliance and renewals.

• Client: EE&G Companies, New York, NY Project: Contracted to manage accounting department for the environmental consulting firm remotely during transition period after the newly hired Controller elected to leave the role.
• Directed special projects, such as the upgrade of the Deltek ERP system implementation of new accounting modules enhancing the system's functionality.
• Managed the accounting department, trained new hires, and ensured accounting reporting remained on schedule.
• Trained and worked with the incoming Controller to ensure a smooth transition into the position.

Silver Spring, MD, US

• Chosen for the role of Controller to act as the primary process owner for all accounting functions for the multi-modal greenspace architecture and engineering firm. Directly reported to the CFO. Safeguarded the.
• Enhanced and expanded the accounting department, including recruiting and leading manager-level employees to supervise team operations.
• Oversaw diverse accounting functions, including project accounting, accounts payable, and payroll to ensure comprehensive financial management.
• Ensured contract compliance with all regulatory requirements, including state, local, and sales taxes as well as Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) mandates in collaboration with the Contracts department.
• Engineered and instituted new processes and procedures to augment the efficiency and effectiveness of the accounting team, as well as to improve service delivery to senior leadership, technical staff, clients, and.

New York, New York, US

• Initially brought in as a consultant for DeSimone to transition the accounting system. Subsequently, hired directly to lead the Accounting and Finance department for a $50M structural engineering firm.
• Improved policies and procedures, creating more efficient workflows and providing management with a higher level of financial reporting.
• Created processes to provide financial statements on a consistent and timely schedule to senior management.
• Managed upgrades and changes in the Deltek Vision ERP system for wider use of the capabilities involving project-based reporting.
• Hired and trained an existing team in all areas of correct accounting and processes, transforming the department into a high-functioning organization with a strong understanding of accounting compliance.
• Conducted contract review, annual corporate insurance review and acquisition, as well as reviewed legal issues and claims.

Miami Lakes, Florida, US

• Directed overhead and administrative areas for the environmental consulting, disaster relief, and construction entity comprising 20 individual companies. Presented monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements to.
• Created the accounting department’s organizational structure and staffing plan, hired, and trained expanding staff.
• Steered the company as both the CFO and Controller. Managed operating, CapEx, and individual hurricane-related project budgets as well as all the project accounting under the contracted organizations.
• Led hands-on management of a 5-person corporate accounting department, including the HR/payroll area. Ensured compliance at all levels. Reviewed financial information regularly with office and department heads to.
• Directed administrative and accounting processes for hurricane-related projects with revenues of $150M+.
• Developed excellent experience working with local and federal agencies as well as holding a key role with insurance companies for annual and special policies.