SUMMARY:

• Comprehensive accounting experience - SEC reporting; SOX documentation/testing/compliance
• Manage A/P, A/R, F/A, G/L, and payroll functions. Oversee consolidations/eliminations of International subsidiaries (FAS 52)
• Detail orientated with exceptional multi-tasking capabilities; Thrives in fast paced challenging environment
• Strong systems background (Oracle, NetSuite, MAS90/200 & Great Plains)- expertise in automation and process improvement
• Core team member for Oracle 11i/R12 implementation ; Lead on General Ledger and financial reporting requirements
• Timely financial statement preparation, analysis and distribution. Support respective dept managers and VPs accordingly
• Broad tax experience-property tax, multi-state sales and use tax; manage preparation of corporate tax provision.
• Strategic planning including budget preparation, cash forecasting, gross margin review and financial analysis
• Streamline close timeline through review of pre-close processes and allocation of responsibilities including timely reconciliations
• Review of sales contracts and proper application of SAB104 & EITF 00-21
• Extensive HR background (emphasis in CA Labor Law, Benefits Administration and Employee Relations)
• Preparation of 10Q & 10K wuth all supporting schedules & Tic/Tie binder. Coordinate MDA, Risk Factors and relevant accounting pronouncements
• Implementation of Expense Report Policy; Administration & Review of Expense Reports (ensure compliance with IRS regs)
• Design and implement various compensation/benefit programs. Assist Managers in review of existing compensation packages.
• Support divestiture of Aesthetic division and subsequent financial carve-out activities. Actively involved with purchase accounting

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Drive year-end close, external audit and assist with tax provision. Oversee close process, assume Fixed Asset responsibilities, review/approval of journal entries and in-depth scrub of account reconciliations. Mentor new payroll individual with preparation of journal entries and related reconciliations. Coordinate with international subsidiaries to streamline consolidation process and obtain required support for external audit team. Ensure cost sharing allocation was complete and accurate. Key participant in 3-year sales/use tax audit in California/Texas and assessing reporting requirements in multi-states. Assume key role in Multi-State Sales/Use Tax review-determining Nexxus, VDA’s, amended returns and assessing internal process, etc. Facilitate and drive, FY14 workers compensation audit.

Confidential

Controller

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all aspects of Accounting/HR for US Public Company
• Coordinate 2 year external audit including all schedules, analysis, research and financial records reconstruction
• Recreate all EE files, prepare 2011 W-2’s, standardize hiring practice, implement PTO and compensation packages.
• Begin 2 year sales/use tax audit-California, preparation/analysis of internal purchase
• Assist with software implementation and design of new COA.
• Prepare all account reconciliations for prior 2 years, implement month end closing schedule, streamline accounting policies/practices
• Provide support to CEO as requested (contract review, financial analysis, employee issues)
• Interact with all levels of personnel and board members. Participate in weekly management meetings-forecasts/planning

Confidential

Responsibilities:

• Various roles in Accounting/Finance/Taxes and HR. PBC preparation and oversee external audits. Drive month end close and assist with process review and improvement. Journal entry preparation and extended account reconciliations. Property Tax Return review and preparation. Review and implement fixed asset policy and systems. Manage payroll and related journal entries. SEC preparation and manage tic and tie binder. Extensive utilization of Oracle 11i/R12 experience. Internal control evaluation and documentation. Manage/mentor staff as needed.

Confidential

Director of Accounting

Responsibilities:

• Drive Semi-Annual audit; Work with various external audit firms for compliance, tax and reporting (EY and DT)
• Responsible for all US based accounting processes; coordinate efforts with UK counterpart for consolidations
• Ensure proper treatment /recognition of all revenue for US ops as well as implement controls for proper COGs amortization
• Facilitate preparation of annual budget and related periodic analysis; Responsible for cash and revenue forecasting.
• Key in implementing Great Plains financial and billing modules within US; Define requirements and ensure execution
• Oversee all banking relationships and securing needed financial instruments (credit lines, vendor relationships)
• Implement business unit policies and support all internal audit efforts associated with the business model
• Familiarity with IFRS in contrast to GAAP; Develop various measures to ensure business compliance (similar to SOX)
• Satisfy prior TSA initiatives while migrating from Verisign (Oracle) to Great Plains
• Support efforts to consolidate US operations; liaison for transfer price study, tax reporting structure and sales tax applicability
• First US Finance hire-build and mentor Finance/HR team-implement department structure and all related policies/processes
• Transition from TSA’s under Verisign to self-standing finance group-successfully shorten close schedule to 5 business days
• Coordinate with EY-Australia the completion of open balance sheet and periodic audits
• Review all US HR policies, compensation/benefit packages-design equitable employee incentive programs

Confidential

Sr. Accounting Manager

Responsibilities:

• Manage General Accounting Team (A/P, G/L, F/A, P/R, consolidations and reporting)
• Oversee preparation of all payroll related entries/reconciliations including stock based compensation (ESPP, RSA/RSU)
• Preparation of various PBC’s and flux analysis for external audit; Facilitate audit to ensure timely completion
• Assist with SEC reporting requirements as needed (risk factors, accounting pronouncements, footnotes, tables, tic and tie)
• Review all non-inventory purchase requisitions. Provide appropriate GL account and verify approval matrix
• Facilitate and drive close process including preparation and coordination of close schedule; Review journal entries/account recons
• Review and update SOX narratives/controls for responsible functions, support testing efforts and remediation as needed
• Assume F/A management after department RIF, prepare bank reconciliations (185M) and cash forecasts
• Drove revision of Travel & Entertainment policy resulting in improved expense compliance and reduced costs
• Instrumental in Oracle process improvement-implemented cross validation, I-procurement, auto JE numbering, daily cash clearing management, monthly department spending review and preconsolidated reporting
• Streamline close process to 6 days or less including account reconciliations (previously soft closes w/multiple periods open)
• Improved utilization of Oracle through implementation of FSG’s and modified set ups
• Key in finalization of VDA Sales Tax Project (18 states) and CA Sales Tax Audit.

Confidential

General Accounting Manager

Responsibilities:

• Manage general accounting department functions (A/P, A/R, P/R, G/L, consolidations and reporting). Develop and mentor staff of 8.
• Lead on periodic audits-acting as liaison with external auditors (PWC and EY). Prepare flux analysis and roll forwards as needed.
• Drive annual budget preparation and interim cash forecasting. Review actual to plan and discuss with appropriate management
• Support payroll transition from EBS Online to ADP in less than 6 weeks; Backup payroll processing as needed
• Oversee monthly GL review process, preparation of financial statements and timely distribution
• Responsible for quarterly reserve analysis and calculations. Review account reconciliations and staff journal entries.
• Responsible for review of all US capital equipment sales contracts ensuring proper accounting treatment per SAB104 & EITF 00-21
• Assist with calculations and assumption gathering for FAS123R implementation for 2006
• Supported purchase accounting and related entries for Laserscopes acquisition of InnovaQuartz in 2006, subsequent acquisition of Confidential by AMS in 2006 and subsequent divestiture of Aesthetic division in 2007
• Key in SOX documentation, testing and remediation for 2004 and 2005. No material weaknesses found.
• Member of Core Team for Oracle 11i implementation. SBE for General Ledger/Reporting setups. Design COA and FSG definitions. Responsible for data validation including International Ops-local/functional currencies.
• Drive SEC reporting with adherence to accelerated filing schedule. Responsible for gathering of all support and Tic/Tie binder.

Confidential

Controller/HR Coordinator

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all aspects of financial/HR operations of Complex Hosting Division of International Internet Service Provider.
• Manage payroll via ADP including commission and royalty programs.
• Summarize and report monthly financial data to Corporate Headquarters. Ensure accuracy of multiple financial/billing systems.
• Prepare sales analysis /projections. Review all client contracts prior to implementation in applicable ERP system
• Responsible for ensuring smooth integration of payroll, purchasing, and asset management with parent company
• Assist finance team as needed with 10K and 10Q reporting. Preparation of related footnotes and supporting schedules
• Instrumental in review and implementation of all HR policies and procedures relevant to California personnel

Confidential

Regional Controller/HR Manager

Responsibilities:

• Manage local and remote Finance/HR departments for International Internet Hosting Service.
• Summarize monthly sales and expense information and report to CFO for consolidated financial statements
• Review and analyze revenue recognition/deferral, collection activities, asset acquisitions, prepaid amortization, and monthly accruals
• Responsible for company wide telecommunications budget-including contract compliance, AP review and processing.
• AR Management-effectively maintain minimal bad debt in an industry known for extensive collection problems.
• Lead on 3 year back audit for pre-IPO. Act as laison with auditors to ensure GAAP compliance
• Review major accounts contracts and ensure correct implementation for recurring billing.
• Create reports and analyze data as needed for various SBU’s. Prepare monthly census information.
• Handled integration of staff and client base resulting from acquisition of Oracle ASP division and closure of NY office.
• Key member of implementation team for Oracle 11i
• Successfully negotiate reduced interest rates on leases and/or buyouts during company realignment and location consolidations.
• Manage human resource functions including: compliance, employee relations, benefits analysis/implementation, and recruiting

Confidential

Controller HR Manager

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of Accounting/Human Resource department. Recruit, manage and evaluate personnel for accounting department
• Hands on manager with extensive experience in reconciliation and analysis including GL, AR, AP and PR.
• Coordinate and participate in periodic internal/external audits. Assist with due diligence and disclosure
• Instrumental in acquisition of smaller telecommunications company, and spin off (sale) of LAN/WAN division in 1997.
• Member of core management team during business transition to ISP (data center).
• Implemented numerous systems in order to maintain strong cash flow and eliminate bad debt (zero bad debt from ) while sales activity increased 1400%
• Identify and correct multiple system failures including asset tracking, vendor overpayments, unauthorized RMA’s, and unresolved warranty claims exceeding 60 days.
• Design, create and maintain Internet based database to effectively track rental units (ROI and MRC) utilizing MySql and PHP.
• Perform all human resource functions including benefit administration, FLSA/DLSE compliance, and employee relations.
• Responsible for ADP/ACP testing, 5500 filings and 401k administration.
• Key finance team member through multiple acquisitions, divestitures and roll up over 7 years (consultant for 2 additional years)
• Responsible for implementation of Oracle 11i in 2000 for California Ops
• Review and advise on all HR policies for California offices. Review benefit/compensation structure and recommend changes