In my role as a Finance and Accounting Manager in Hawaii, I provided essential accounting services to a wide range of clients. I handled cash management, payroll, tax filings, and invoicing, ensuring accurate financial statements for informed decision-making.

As an Operational Director, I directed startup and ongoing sales operations with a staff of up to 14 employees serving 40K customers over four years and an annual budget of $375K. Some of my key contributions include:- Conducted hiring management activities securing 20+ employees including recruiting, interviewing, selection, onboarding, and training.- Delivered exceptional service and quality, competitively priced products, and a clean environment and leveraged upselling and customer referrals resulting in a sales growth of 25% in the third and fourth year.- Introduced a new unique shaved ice product, offering more product than competition for similar prices, achieving a revenue increase of 15%. - Fostered an environment valuing customer service, quality products, and competitive pricing contributing to securing #2 ice cream shop rank on Kauai within the 3rd year of business and average 4.5 out of 5 stars on Yelp and Trip Advisor.

As a Consultant, I delivered exceptional consultation services to businesses utilizing expert knowledge of accounting practices, process improvement, and regulatory compliance. Some of my key contributions include:- Implemented a cash management system for a construction firm by managing daily cash flow achieving a 50% reduction in overdrafts and decreased client funding requests.- Served as a liaison with taxing authority and client to resolve $100K+ in back-tax issues. - Developed and launched three triathlons and oversaw operations for four triathlons with an annual budget of $100K and four direct reports achieving an increase in participation from 475 in the first year to 800 in the fourth year. "