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Summit, New Jersey, United States

Provide accurate information about different types of memberships. Register new members for different programs. Ensure that all members have a valid membership to participate in the different programs. Maintain open communications with management

Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala

Analysis of administrative and financial processes to improve net operating revenue.Led and established a Credit Committee, responsible for the credit approval process. Provided guidance on effective collections, recovered $150K past due account receivable.Managed 5 branches and led a project to open new branch and remodel an existing one. Lead administrative and operational team to deliver expected monthly operational and financial results.Implemented the use of Delegation of Authority Chart.Analysis and continuous improvement of finance and accounting processes, including monthly closings and financial reporting for management.Led the preparation of the annual financial budget.Managed external relationships with audit firms, lawyers, and banks.Analyzed and evaluated capital investment projects.Managed a $24.5M loan for municipal infrastructure projects.

Panama

Responsible for treasury and financial reports for senior management.Performed variance analysis of monthly P&L results against annual budget.Maintained control and reported monthly expenses deviations by business units.Analyzed new financial product proposals from sales department for senior management.

Guatemala City, Guatemala, Guatemala

Responsible for cash management, bank accounts, working capital loans, cash flow, and implementation of ACH payments.Negotiated annual purchase of $110M in foreign exchange.Responsible for monthly accounts receivable of $10M. Recovered $320K in balances 90 days past due.Managed insurance coverage, obtaining savings of $200K as a result of updating fixed asset values.Negotiated short-term investments of idle funds.Prepared Treasury Procedures Manual.

Guatemala City, Guatemala, Guatemala

Implemented accounting policies and financial procedures.Reviewed internal controls and provided guidance to all managers in Central America and Panama in financial planning, business performance, monitoring and control of cash flows.Assisted Corporate HQ in the negotiations of all asset sales of Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua to Shell Oil Co. during acquisition process.Analyzed and managed product pricing structure and negotiated gross margins with government authorities.Reviewed investment projects for remodeling new and existing service stations.Led the preparation of strategic planning, annual budgets, and business reviews.Prepared insightful analysis of monthly results versus plan.Achieved a tax savings of $180K.Negotiated a bank account that generated $35K in annual interest.

Guatemala City, Guatemala, Guatemala

Managed industrial sales of chemical solvents and $2M in annual retail sales.Prepared annual financial sales budget and managed optimal inventory levels.Managed accounts receivable, recovered $80K in past due balances over 120 days.Responsible for the control and proper recording of local and foreign accounts payable.Maintained internal control of company’s property, plant, and equipment.Responsible for monthly and annual accounting closings and annual income tax declarations.Led the implementation of the new computer center and the use of new technology.Provided practical counsel through financial insights to drive results.Prepared cash flow and financial reports for company management.Established bank relationships and obtained a new credit line of $3M.

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Marketing