Successfully lead company through sale to a private equity firm. Coordinates annually with the CPA to complete certified financial statements and file taxes. Oversees audits from banks, the EDD, insurance companies, etc. Maintains the sales forecast model and assists in running the quarterly sales meetings. Creates individual income statements for all business segments. Performs all Payroll and Human Resource responsibilities. Supervised one staff accountant for two years. • Arranged for a reduction of bank debt from $600K to $200K• Persuaded the property manager to reduce our footprint 50% ($276K annual savings) and write off six months of past due rent ($138K)• Secured a new line of credit, equipment leases, a short term loan, and new company credit cards• Proactively created an estimating tool in Excel for the design team to cost and price graphics

Managed eight employees in the accounts payable and receivable departments. Responsible for year/month end closing, all journal entries and balance sheet schedules. Prepared financial statements and reviewed with President and outside CPA monthly. Headed selection process of a Professional Employment Organization and assisted Human Resources as needed. • Implemented a daily cash management system• Designed and maintained financial and sales forecasting models• Facilitated move of corporate office

Researched new method of making hollow wooden surfboards, established marketing and sales strategies, and handled all financing and accounting activities.

Product Manager January 2006 to October 2007Consolidated three warehouses into one new centralized location. Assembled and trained a warehouse team of 10 employees. Negotiated with and preserved quality relationships with vendors. Tested and selected product line up and developed an inventory tracking system to reduce losses.• Decreased monthly inventory spending $500K and grew the product line 300%Business Analyst January 2004 to December 2005Responsibilities included rent, taxes, and purchases for 70 plus locations and three warehouses. Customized a detailed monthly income statement and other analysis for each location. Partnered with department heads to improve processes and control costs.• Cut supply expenses by $30K per monthSenior Staff Accountant October 2000 to December 2003Recruited to take charge of accounts payable, inventory, budgets, and banking relationships. Produced financial statements and reviewed with the CFO.

Managed daily accounting activities and financial reports. Generated payroll, commission, and royalty calculations/payments. Furnished financial statements and journal entries for review by the Controller.

Staff Accountant September 1997 to March 2000Controlled accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory. Also provided technical support for the sales team and order desk.• Implemented new accounting softwareCustomer Service Representative April 1996 to August 1997Kept the sales office and warehouse clean, organized, and stocked. Assisted sales personnel with sales calls, deliveries, and mock ups. Assured distributors and architects were supplied with sales materials.