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Carlsbad, Ca, Us

Miami, Fl, Us

• Provided Bridgewest Group with sound accounting practices both with direct contribution and through continuing development and leadership of a team of 5. Managed and worked with personnel across entities in five different countries to ensure alignment with requirements and readiness for upcoming projects.• Responsible for fiscal accountability of approximately 100 domestic and international entities. Offshore accounting responsibilities included assets and interests in New Zealand, Australia, Croatia, Ireland, China, and Cayman. • Recommended and implemented a 100% paperless financial accounting ERP system and payroll cloud-based platform. Also led transition of 401k plan administration from ADP to Fidelity. The transition of systems included the migration of historical data of approximately 150K transactions with 100% data integrity.• Proficient in identifying investment and cost-savings opportunities to optimize cash flow with strong banking relationships and understanding of financial trends through financial planning and analysis of actual financial data and their impact on KPIs.• Conducted in-depth research on R&D qualifying expenses in partnership with company executives to optimize annual tax credits.• Prepared financial consolidation involving multiple currencies and countries, encompassing USD, EUR, RMB, and more.• Led and facilitated meetings with several VPs and CEOs to discuss and present critical financial matters, such as acquisition planning, annual budgets and forecasting to secure government funding, month end close results and more.• Contributed to the development and testing of a fintech startup aimed at facilitating investor and non-bank collaboration to enhance access to capital.• Implemented revenue recognition standards using ASC 606 guidance for various SaaS technology startups.

San Diego, Us

• Provided the organization advanced financial management support as well as a single point of contact for overall operations administration.• Implemented thorough, streamlined end-to-end accounting processes that adhered to GAAP. • Served as liaison with external auditors and as fiscal communicator / subject matter expert (SME) with diverse organization stakeholders.• Scope of responsibilities included development and presentation of financial reports, preparation of budgets / forecasts, cashflow management, and compilation of financial information for not-for-profit related requirements.• Launched Square POS system for theatre concessions and reconciled sales & use tax before payment.• HR duties included preparation of new hire information, termination exit forms, annual healthcare, FSA and 403(b) open enrollment. Provided annual staff reviews, mentorship, and improved coworker relationships.• Prepared financial information for government grants and surveys. Created custom reports requested by department heads.

• Reported directly to the CFO, managed a team of 3 direct and 4 indirect reports. • Scope of responsibility included month-end close, comprehensive 10Q /10K reporting, inventory count / reconciliation, WIP reconciliation, participation in budgeting and forecasting processes, and audit preparation.• Created and maintained an automated employee PTO accrual tool adhering to employee handbook policies.• Reduced salaried payroll processing by 65% by creating a new and efficient automated recurring payroll tool.• Participated in merger of four service sites into one by creating new chart of accounts and reporting the required monthly financials.

San Diego, California, Us

• Supervised and mentored audit staff with a focus on audit planning, field work, workpaper reviews, general checklists, and financial statement preparation.• Assessed client data and prepared recommendations and solutions for improving internal controls and increasing accounting process efficiencies.• Proficient in performing nonprofit financial statement audits in accordance with GAS (Yellow Book) and Single Audits (A-133) standards. Over ten years specialized knowledge in conducting audits for 403(b), 401(k), and health & welfare plans, including the preparation of Form 5500.• Familiar with standards aimed at converging U.S. auditing standards with international standards on auditing issued by the International Audit & Assurance Standards Board.• Prepared federal and state tax returns for partnerships, individuals and nonprofit organizations.• Prepared in-house CPE presentations covering various technical topics.

Encinitas, California, Us

• I successfully revamped non-profit financial statements to align with current guidance, ensuring compliance and adherence to GAAP guidance standards.• Provided full services to clients by preparing annual and quarterly financial statements and related annual federal and state tax returns.• Played a pivotal role in the firm's employee benefit plan audits, overseeing approximately 50% of full and limited scope 401k audits in managerial or supervisory capacities.• Successfully secured new business for the firm through a strong work ethic, fostering positive client relations, and delivering exceptional service.

Poway, Ca, Us

• As a diligent and detail-oriented professional, I managed month-end adjustments, reconciliations, and forecasts across various financial areas. These included cash, revenue, cost of goods sold, fixed assets, inventory, note payable and interest expense, foreign currency gain/loss, and equity.• Established guidelines and protocols for granting customer credit, issuing employee fuel cards, and implementing written physical inventory count procedures. By implementing robust controls, I mitigated risks, ensured compliance, and safeguarded the organization's assets.

Irvine, Ca, Us

• Documented key internal controls and ensuring compliance with Section 404 Sarbanes-Oxley requirements. Successfully created comprehensive narratives and process flowcharts for critical areas such as business discounts, order entry, and contracts, surpassing the expectations of external auditors (KPMG) and facilitating a smooth audit process.• In addition, I excelled in preparing yearly projection reports and weekly performance presentations for the enterprise segment, effectively conveying key performance indicators (KPIs) compared to established forecasts providing business insights to senior leadership.

Rancho Cucamonga, California, Us

• Continued my audit experience with 401k plans by proactively completing a CPE program focused on ERISA, 401k, and ESOP topics and equipping myself with a deep understanding of the subject matter. I then took on the responsibility of training other audit staff members, sharing my expertise and fostering their professional growth. This preparation drove substantial growth in the 401k audit business at Swenson, taking it from its initial stages to a thriving profitable service.• In addition to my audit services, I have provided valuable consulting services, including due diligence testing for acquisitions, compliance testing, and cycle processing testing of clients' internal control systems. By leveraging my skills and knowledge, I have consistently delivered insightful recommendations to enhance overall operations and mitigate risks.• Over the course of my five-year tenure, I progressed to the role of Supervising Senior, overseeing and mentoring a team of professionals. This experience presented my largest growth opportunity at Swenson, allowing me to further develop my leadership skills and make a significant impact on the firm's success.

Toronto, On, Ca

• I primarily focused on delivering high-quality audit assurance services for publicly held companies, leveraging my skills and knowledge to ensure accuracy and compliance. • Participated in a comprehensive three-month financial audit for Mazda Motor, contributing to the audit team's success. • Additionally, had the opportunity to participate in a public offering and started my 401k audit career at Allergan, where I gained valuable expertise.