Graphite Garage is an affordable, comprehensive finance and accounting service for small to mid-size companies. We specialize in accounting for, but not limited to, the entertainment and advertising industries.

Reports directly to investor group and operating partners. Responsible for the entire finance and accounting operations consisting of a team of five individuals. Close working relationship with independent public accounting firm and subsequent annual audits. Enhanced, developed, implemented, and enforces policies and procedures of the organization by way of systems that will improve the overall operations and effectiveness of the corporation. Established credibility throughout the organization and with the board of directors as an effective developer of solutions to business challenges by providing technical financial advice and knowledge. Developed credibility for the finance group by providing timely and accurate analysis of budgets, financial reports, financial trends, and forecasts to assist ownership and senior management in executing the responsibilities. Provide strategic financial and leadership on decision making issues affecting the organization such as acquisitions, mergers, long range planning, and introduction of new programs/strategies. Integral component of developing and reviewing prospective contracts and agreements. Monthly financial reviews with all executive producers and their divisional performance.

Responsible for the comprehensive financial operations of this division of Sound Lounge.

Developed and implemented a comprehensive financial reporting package specifically designed for this client and performed financial month end executive review with senior management and ownership. Was a member of the leadership team attending weekly, monthly, and annual meetings to assist with the daily financial requirements and management of the company. Created and implemented budgeting and forecast modeling as well as proforma financial modeling to assist with feasibility of potential new business opportunities. Assisted with the creation and financial management of Nice Shoes, Toronto. Responsible for oversight of cash management, a/p, a/r, h/r, billing, and audit

Chief Financial Officer for the Sports & Entertainment Division of Compass Group’s Restaurant Associates servicing the Philadelphia Eagles, Cleveland Browns, United States Tennis Association, United States PGA, various concerts, and many other special events.Managed and reviewed fiscal month and year end financial package with corporate CEO and president. Responsible for budget prep, review, and approval for 35 operating units.Managed five sector controllers as well as their accounting departments.Assisted the president and legal department with prep and presentation of all event contract proposals.Developed bids for special events and long term contracts.

Head of Finance for a 50,000 sq ft wholesale factory and 12 free standing retail facilities.Responsible for preparation and review of budgets for the wholesale and retail divisions.Produced and reviewed monthly financial package with corporate CEO and President.Developed and managed cash and audit controls for the retail division.Managed the finance, accounting, audit, human resources and IT departments.Established controls and weekly reporting structure for the wholesale operation.Developed financial proforma model to identify potential retail locations.Created and implemented purchase order system for the wholesale division.

Direct all financial, system, and administrative functions for multi-corp entity.Prepare, analyze, audit, and present a comprehensive consolidated financial statement package.Prepared multi company financial budgets, forecasts, and job cost profitability reports.Reviewed percentage of completion with project managers for subsequent revenue recognition.Maintained banking, audit, insurance, and vendor relations.Established and maintained financial controls.

Responsible for multi corp consolidated financial reporting for retail division and corporate division.Prepared budgets, forecasts, management reports, and specialty reporting.Managed the administrative and general accounting departments.Coordinated purchases of future contracts (Lira) for inventory purchases. Interfaced directly with factors, insurance brokers, banks, vendors, etc...Developed and implemented accounting policies and procedures.Supervised special projects, internal and external audits.

Assisted the president with all phases of corporate start up for USA wholesale division.Assisted with all phases of planning, developing, and financial reporting of the retail division.Responsible for developing and implementing accounting controls and hiring subsequent staff.Managed the entire accounting process.Prepared monthly reporting package and subsequent issuance to Diesel, SPA (Italy).Responsible for budgeting, forecasting, internal audits, and independent CPA audits. Negotiated payment terms and settlements with both vendors and customers.Managed production and inventory levels for seasonal availability and minimizing excess stock.Developed employee handbook and company policies and procedures.

Created and developed systems and controls for a perpetual cost accounting system.Maintained bill of materials for multi-level product inventory.Developed and implemented a purchase order system to ensure stock availability and minimize stock overages.

Managed the a/r, a/p, payroll, inventory, and general accounting functions.Prepared monthly financial statement package, account analysis, and bank reconciliations.Managed the annual year end audit review.Managed and prepared monthly and quarterly royalty reports and payments.

Responsible for the preparation of a monthly comprehensive financial reporting package.Direct management of the a/p, a/r, payroll, and inventory functions.

Responsible for the direct management of a team of field auditors and internal credit analysts.Managed and assessed credit lines for the auto floor planning division.

Accounting/Systems Liaison -Controllers division, 2 years.Systems analyst - Auto leasing division, 1 year.Accounting clerk - Student loan division, 2 years.