Accountant
Extensively experienced and goal-oriented Accountant with a demonstrated track record of leading the preparation and analysis of financial reports to summarize financial position. Proven expertise in driving efficiency and productivity through evaluation of accounting systems and implementation of process improvements. Talented leader directing highly skilled accounting teams to support achievement of overall corporate goals and objectives. Core competencies include:
• Accounting Management
• Financial Analysis
• Certified Tax Preparer
• Cash Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Financial Statements
• General Ledger
• Efficiency Improvements
CAREER EXPERIENCE
ISUZU MOTORS ACCEPTANCE CORPORATION, Cerritos, California, 1998 – Present
Consultant, 2003 - Present
Provide accounting services on a consulting basis including financial statements, state compliance, annual reports, unclaimed property reports, business licenses, sales and use tax returns, property tax returns, cash, general ledger, journal entries, and account analysis and reconciliation.
Key Achievements:
Provided financial data and accounting services in connection with closure of business, including licensing and withdrawal from all 50 states.
Reduced monthly closing cycle by three days with identification and recommendation of enhanced closing procedures.
Consistently met deadlines while demonstrating strong analytical and problem-solving skills to achieve corporate objectives.
Financial Services Accountant, 1998 - 2003
Prepared financial statements, state compliance, annual reports, unclaimed property reports, business licenses, cash, general ledger, account analysis and reconciliation, journal entries, and performed variance analysis in accordance with business plan. Compiled periodic financial reporting packages for senior management. Prepared data for outside income tax preparer. Assisted with preparation for external audits to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency/accuracy. Liaison with outside financial servicer. Worked in collaboration with CFO to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial information in support of overall business objectives.
Key Achievements:
Licensed company for operation in all 50 states and maintained licenses (approximately 150 licenses) on an ongoing basis.
Established state compliance calendar using Microsoft Excel to improve reporting tracking and timeliness.
Consistently met deadlines while demonstrating strong analytical and problem-solving skills to achieve corporate objectives.
CENTRAL RENTS, INC., Commerce, California, 1996 – 1998
Senior Accountant
Carried out accounting department functions, including bank account reconciliations, account analysis and reconciliation, journal entries, and income statement review and adjustments. Assisted in the hiring of new accounting staff. Trained new accounting staff. Created new accounting policies. Worked in collaboration with management to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial information in support of overall business objectives.
Key Achievement:
Consistently met deadlines while demonstrating strong analytical and problem-solving skills to achieve corporate objectives.
SOUTHERN COUNTIES OIL CO., Orange, California, 1994 – 1996
Senior Accountant
Carried out accounting department functions, including account analysis and reconciliation, journal entries, fixed assets, and pipeline inventory reconciliations. Worked in collaboration with controller to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial information in support of overall business objectives.
Key Achievement:
Consistently met deadlines while demonstrating strong analytical and problem-solving skills to achieve corporate objectives.
YAMAHA MOTORS CORPORATION, USA, Cypress, California, 1991 – 1994
Senior Tax Clerk
Carried out tax department functions, including computing sales tax returns, unclaimed property reports, and business licenses. Maintained tax compliance calendar. Prepared Form 1096 annually.
Key Achievement:
Consistently met deadlines while demonstrating strong analytical and problem-solving skills to achieve corporate objectives.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Accounting (1993)
WEST COAST UNIVERSITY – Orange, California
Graduated Summa Cum Laude
Associate in Arts, Business Management (1990)
CYPRESS COLLEGE – Cypress, California |
