*Legit non-sketchy explanation for work gap (my only ever) after this date. Will provide in phone screen or the 2nd/3rd interview when I'm asked why I want to leave Volusion (😂), whichever is sooner.

Volusion is an all-in-one ecommerce solution that helps small- and medium-sized businesses build and manage successful online stores.

Epicor Provides Industry Specific Productivity Solutions for POS for Automotive, Building Supply, Distribution, Manufacturing, and Retail.Activant and Epicor were acquired by Apax Partners and merged into a new $800M software company retaining the name Epicor.Responsible for the successful operation of the monthly revenue process by ensuring proper timing of recognition transactions, thorough review of deferred balances, and assisting in contract reviews of in-scope arrangements. Responsibilities also include reviewing journal entries for accuracy and sufficient support, as well performing all related balance sheet account reconciliations. Additional duties include periodic training on revenue recognition and best practices as well as participating and/or leading special projects and analysis as needed. Had a hands on role in multiple database conversions, system changes/additions, as well as integrating the revenue accounting function in several acquisitions.

Played a key role in creating a formal balance sheet review process and developing a close schedule that put much needed discipline within the month-end process. Participated in the revenue recognition process by performing monthly account reconciliations such as Deferred Revenue and Deferred Cost of Sales. Also participated in the integration of a previous acquisition onto our main general ledger software. Point person for internal and external audits.(Epicor was previously Activant Solutions, Inc.)

With the world’s most complete and integrated Information Management platform, Opentext empowera customers to organize, integrate and protect data and content as it flows through business processes inside and outside their organization.Assisted in the preparation of a monthly close package that resulted in a very efficient and informative balance sheet review process. Worked with internal & external auditors by coordinating requests and providing proper explanations, back-up, & support. Provided assistance in SOX process flow documentation by updating process changes and identifying key controls. Trained and supervised 1 contract accountant while maintaining many month-end close duties and taking on a leadership role in the overall close process. Assisted in regional/global consolidations and preparation of financial statements and ensured the accuracy of all foreign exchange movements. Also assisted in monthly and quarterly flux analysis, working with management to to resolve accounting issues monthly. Built relationships with regional finance teams in Asia Pacific and Europe, as well as interacted with departments outside the General Ledger function.

As a member of Vignette's Global Finance Team, responsibilites included various asset and liability accounts reconciliations such as and meeting strict deadlines under tight constraints for month-end close completion and adhering to a very low threshold for variances and discrepancies. Worked proactively in setting up go-forward processes, checks, and proofs to reduce chances of errors.

EZCORP has grown into a leading provider of pawn loans in the United States and Latin America. EZPawn stores provide numerous convenient options to obtain short-term cash, including non-recourse pawn loans collateralized by personal property and also sells pre-owned merchandise to consumers seeking good value.Ensured appropriate funding to support daily business operations of individual stores. Other duties included performing daily review of bank accounts for check fraud, bank reconciliations and necessary adjusting entries, resolving various issues prior to month-end, and maintaining meveral month-end close responsibilities.

Responsible for accounting and reporting related to EZCORP's "Pay Day Loan" activity. Communicated with the stores accounting team, internal audit, loss prevention, collections department, and PDL stores in the field addressing various issues. Trained and supervised one accounting clerk. Assisted with month-end close procedures.