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San Diego, California, United States

Managed all financial matters for the organization including cost projections, profit and loss analysis, AP and AR and payroll.Managed benefit plans, including assistance with open enrollment and other benefit questions, as well as leave of absence processes.Conducted full-cycle payroll administration including initial employee set-up, garnishments and COBRA. Bi-weekly timecard and payroll review. Paid time off and sick leave administration. Coordination and reconciliation of payroll, benefits and HR information while coordinating with the accounting and payroll team.Assisted in the development of policies and employee handbook.Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviewed policies and practices to maintain compliance.Facilitated and administered the onboarding, employee check in and off boarding processes. Refined and conducted employee orientation and supported successful onboarding for new hires.Handled employment-related inquiries from applicants, employees, and supervisors, referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff.Created various HR related reports as needed and accurately maintained employee records.I am collaborative and communicative; finding it easy to work with many types of people and communicate with ease. I am comfortable leading and following, and believe collaboration is key to success.Experienced in small and large organizations.

Greater San Diego Area

Essential Duties Performed fiscal and analytical operations including budgeting, fiscal control and accounting. Developed financial forecasting and modeling of proposed and/or current programs. Monitored regulations, vendor agreements, funding agency provisions and performance standards. Prepared monthly internal financial reports, analyzes expenditures and makes recommendations. Generated monthly claims and vendor invoices and tracked progress. Job costing, performed cost, trend and impact analysis. Assisted with RFP, grant writing and related business development administrative tasks. Developed ad-hoc analysis as requested by senior executives. Redesigned and implemented improved reporting using advanced Excel formulas. Drove improvements to reduce cycle time of reporting and month end close. Utilized MIP accounting and reporting tools to drive reporting efficiencies. Managed monthly and year-end close activities ensuring accuracy.Budgeting and Forecasting Developed annual budget and modifications, developed grant budgets and performed contract analysis. Forecasted grants, revenues and expenses and presented to CEO. Tracked all revenues and expenses and performed monthly variance analysis.Qualifications Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and cost accounting. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with all levels of staff and attention to detail. Excellent customer service to internal and external customers. Advanced Microsoft Suite and Excel skills. Budgeting, producing financial statements and communicating financial performance. Identifying performance gaps and working collaboratively with others to develop action plans. Interpretation of accounting and cost principles to insure fiscal compliance.. Performing contract analysis as it relates to funding and fiscal performance Knowledge of MIP accounting software.

Mccarran, Nv

Continuously and accurately planned, prepared, supervised, reviewed and evaluated operations to maximize production, profitability and execution of the operating area. Implemented company programs and managed inventory and quality of the area. Complied with loss prevention, risk control and quality assurance procedures; ensuring a safe and compliant work environment. Responsible for interviewing, hiring, training, developing, coaching and the performance appraisal process for all hourly associates, supervisors and managers. Supported open communication to all Associate concerns and supplied decisions and resources that facilitated problem resolution. Key Contributions:▪ Meets and exceeds distribution and transportation goals and objectives in all areas involving safety, quality, productivity, asset utilization, Level of Service (LOS), and people measurements▪ Supports Company and Divisional growth by participating in the process of recruiting external management talent and mentoring Managers within the facility▪ Ensures quality and productivity goals are met on a daily basis▪ Focuses on the facility's store service mission and ensures above standard Customer Service by managing the scheduling of Management, Supervisors and associates and by maintaining high level of quality relationships with stores and internal and external customers▪ Follows established company policies, procedures, guidelines and local, state and federal laws for managing and maintaining all personnel related documents and employment practices▪ Conducts analysis of records, reports, and documents to meet company operational expectations; checks and evaluates profit and loss statements, budgeting, manpower forecasting, and capital expenditures

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Finance, General, 3.90

Activities and Societies: Beta Gamma Sigma, Phi Kappa Phi, Graduate AssistantFinance Emphasis

Accounting, A+

Auditing, Tax, Costing

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Accounting And Finance