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Handpicked to reconcile, research and resolve variances in 25 balance sheet general ledger accounts transitioned from Canada team. Retroactively analyzed & corrected accrual reporting and improved payroll accounting process for accuracy.

Managed 4 direct reports in accounting, accounts receivable and accounts payable teams; financial reporting and analysis; month end close; reconciliations; process improvements; acquisitions; external audit; cash management; special projects.Improved accuracy of financial statements by developing process for intercompany account eliminations.Performed due diligence analysis and assisted with integration when MCMC was acquired by WellComp, a subsidiary of York Risk Services Goup.

Managed 9 direct reports in accounting, central billing & accounts payable teams; financial reporting & analysis; month end close; reconciliations; process improvements; managed external audit; assisted with Oracle ERP computer system implementation.Worked closely with senior management on special projects and analysis including acquisitions, budgets and board slide presentations.Performed detailed analysis for ownership group during company's 3 strategic sales processes to equity firm in 2007, to Green Mountain Coffee Roasters in 2010 and to ARAMARK Refreshment Services in 2011.

Accounting for 25 commercial properties; month end close, reconciliations; financial reporting and analysis; budgets; calculated tenant common area maintenance fees and real estate tax billings; special projects.

Financial reporting including SEC filings, annual reports, financial statements and management reports; month end close; special projects.