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objective

focused, experienced controller eager to contribute department management and daily operational oversight expertise in maximizing operational and financial performance as a key team member.

career profile

ø  b.s., business administration-information decision system; associate of arts and science in business administration; multiple certifications (see below).

ø  hold comprehensive responsibility for cash management and keeping cfo current on cash flow matters.

ø  additionally, perform financial analysis and all reconciliations, with a focus on budget management and cost control. 

ø  over eight years of multilayer accounting experience.

ø  expertise in all facets of generally accepted accounting procedures, including a/r, a/p, taxation, insurances and vendor/supplier releases.

ø  experience with billing, invoicing, aia requirements, project management, job costing, completion cost estimates and payroll.

ø  effectively interact with diverse groups, at all levels, from president and cfo to project managers and vendors.

ø  proficiency in resolution of multiple issues/problems simultaneously.

ø  utilize broad array of business software, including sage timberline, project management, quickbooks and ms office suite.

ø  train new hires in timberline software used in various modules utilized on daily basis

professional experience

cornerstone construction management service, inc., san diego, ca                                           2001 - present

accounting manager

hold accounting responsibilities in various areas:

       accounts payable

o    enter into system and maintain all vendor information, including w-9s and insurance; process all job/non-job invoices; resolve any billing problems; update certificate of insurance and supplier releases prior to paying; perform all year-end closing procedures such as reconciliation to general ledger and cash, process all 1099s and 1096s and mail to irs.

 

       accounts receivable

o    assure receipts, including cash, are applied to or deposited into correct account; follow-up via telephone on any accounts 30 days in arrears - make payment arrangements; enter miscellaneous job/non-job invoices; perform month-end closing reconciliations.

 

       billing

o    utilize information from project manager regarding percentage of completion to create aia form and billing invoices; forward all billing supporting documentation to owners for payment processing.

 

       cash management

o    perform bank deposits and track cash receipts and payments on daily basis; manage online bank transfers between accounts; reconcile all accounts and perform month-end closing procedures.

 

       contracts

o    based on information from project and operations managers, set up contracts and budgets.

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       job cost

o    originate spreadsheet to track estimates, direct costs and miscellaneous expenses to assure project profitability; reconcile job costs on a monthly basis, performing normal month-end closing processes; work closely with operations and project managers to analyze costs.

 

       general ledger

o    perform normal general ledger procedures, including depreciation entries, cash reconciliation, job costing, a/r, a/p and both month-end and year-end closing.

 

       payroll

o    enter all new hires and maintain currency of information, including tax, pay rate and workers compensation rate tables, benefits, garnishments; process weekly and semi-monthly payroll including payment of all applicable taxes and 401(k) contributions; reconcile and process various reports; perform year-end close including reconciliation and balancing of general ledger and distributing w-2s and w-3s to employees and social security administration; inform healthcare provider regarding any terminated employees; enroll ex-employees in cobra program; oversee all required workers compensation actions.

 

       financial statements

o    after month-end close, prepare documentation in support of balance sheet, income statement and work-in-progress (wip).

 

       project management

o    enter owner change requests/change orders; set up subcontractor contracts and change orders.

 

       certified payroll

o    for in-house employees, prepare ds140, 142, fringe benefit statement, monthly employment report, training fund contributions; assure department of industrial relations compliance by subcontractors certified payroll

 

 

education

san diego state university, san diego, ca

b.s., business administration-information decision system, 2001

 

city community college, san diego, ca

associates of arts and science, business administration, 1998

 

 

certification/licensure

the basics of construction accounting from cfma

 

sage timberline ap, ar, contract & billing workflow, financial design, general ledger and cash management workflow, job cost workflow, project management, and report design

 

dir public works training seminar

 

 

 

public notary license

 

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hiring agent name

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company name

address

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dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a controller/financial management capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include a b.s., business administration, an a.a.s, business administration, and over eight years of broad-ranging accounting contributions.  to complement this background, i possess demonstrated expertise in a/r, a/p, payroll, cash management, billing, contracts and vendor interface, as well as strong analytical, problem-solving and managerial capabilities.  as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined team player, committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. 

 

i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your firm, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution to your organization.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

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