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performance-driven financial executive with broad background in the financial services sector and expertise in regulatory/standards compliance issues eager to contribute to the success of a progressive organization.  ensure compliance with gaap/sec disclosure requirements and facilitate the creation of strong supporting documentation.  respected and effective leader with the ability to interact and communicate with professionals at all levels.  core competencies include:

 

gaap standards and principles

exercise experienced backed judgment

strong analytical skills/detail oriented

public (sec) & private financial reporting      

sarbanes-oxley compliance     

pre- & post-acquisition due diligence

business & asset valuation        

financial modeling/forecasting

 

professional profile

   extensive experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial statement analysis, financial and cash flow analysis, job costing, time and expense billing.

   draft and manage all aspects of an organizations external financial reporting function including  sec forms 10-q, 10-k, section 16 reporting.

   review and analyze financial information for consistency, transparency and proper disclosure.

   research gaap/sec disclosure requirements and assist with developing new reporting disclosures.

   provide financial leadership and execute key business initiatives; drive financial results, monitor operations and performance milestones and metrics, and ensure accuracy of financial reporting and integrity of control environment.

   deliver solutions for complex problems, business processes and organizational issues; extensive experience in contributing accounting and finance expertise to start-up organizations.

   develop appropriate analytical models/schedules to ensure optimal profitability and efficiency of operations.

 

 

2008 to 2010:  litton loan servicing llp, houston, tx - contractor      

   effectively prepared financial statements and ensured compliance with sox requirement; performed extensive accounting, and contributed toward ensuring maximized efficiencies and accurate financial reporting.

 

2006 to 2008:  robert half international, inc. (aig, inc.), new york, ny - contractor

   collaborated with management to study the effectiveness of the internal control structure; made sweeping recommendations to ensure compliance with sox requirements, enhancing corporate accountability.

 

2007:  robert half international, inc. (carver federal savings bank), new york, ny 

   accurately and effectively prepared sec financial statements including form 10-k, 10-q, 8-k.

 

2006:  federal national mortgage association ( fannie mae ), washington, dc - contractor             

   performed extensive process analysis to identify and improve data processes and resulting quality control for the organizations financial statements.

 

 

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2001 to 2003/2004 to 2006:  deloitte financial advisory services, llp, new york, ny           

senior manager, financial advisory services        

   collaborated with clients and legal advisors to provide insight and subject matter expertise on financial issues involving corporate litigation and fraud issues. 

   calculated damage and assessments, integral in pre and post trial preparation, performed business valuations, and studied professional liability claims to identify issues and develop responses.

   spearheaded efforts to reconstruct accounting records to uncover business interruption and formulate loss recovery claims.

   ensured sarbanes-oxley compliance, identified risk factors impacting financial reporting and tested key internal controls to optimize accountability.

 

2003 to 2004:  countrywide warehouse lending, woodland hills, ca

chief financial officer and senior vice president

   provided leadership and oversight for this non-depository lending entity; directed all financial aspects of the treasury, accounting, sec financial reporting and it project prioritization.

   authored comprehensive documentation of accounting policies and procedures, developed an executive financial reporting package, and performed extensive profitability analysis to benchmark performance.

   integral in leading a significant increase in the lending portfolio and expansion of the customer base.

   developed testing system and processing, and implemented analytical tools to monitor risk.

 

1999 to 2001:  insignia / douglas elliman, new york, ny - salesperson/broker

   drove aggressive business development efforts to achieve a $36mm in sales of real estate; integral in leading the conversion of loft buildings into residential properties, and developed innovative marketing strategies to drive interest and sales results.

 

1994 to 1997:  harbourton mortgage co., lp, denver, co

chief accounting officer and senior vice president

   maintained oversight of all accounting and financial reporting functions for this publicly held company with over $4b in mortgage loans; oversaw a staff of 20, managed performance measurement systems, and developed extensive financial controls to optimize reporting processes.

   led the implementation of new accounting, auditing and reporting standards, performed due diligence for mergers and acquisitions, and provided accurate and reliable data in regards to asset valuations.

 

1988 to 1994/1997 to 1999:  ernst & young, llp c new york, ny - audit/consulting senior manager         

   identified and streamlined internal controls and integral in leading the organization to sustainable growth and profitability; oversaw all financial statement and audit compliance preparation.

   developed financial risk models, performed business and asset valuations, and guided the national implementation of accounting, auditing and regulatory technical support documentation.

 

education and affiliations

 

university of texas at austin, bba in accounting

certified public accountant (texas & new york state boards of public accountancy)

aicpa & new york real estate board member

 

 

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dear mr./ms. ____:

 

 

are you seeking a dynamic and experienced financial executive to join your team?  as a progressive and proactive finance industry professional, i have always viewed my position in an organization as being a business partner to the operations team, and an advocate for achieving solid business results. 

 

i am a well respected and successful leader because i have found a way to balance the needs of the business, while carefully enhancing the culture and employee relations strategies during change management and growth periods.   i have a reputation for fairness and open-mindedness and a track record of supporting corporate accountability.

 

i have significant experience in leading aggressive process improvement strategies in profit and finance management functions, resulting in increases in overall profits, revenue and sustainable growth.  i am expert in sec filings, the development of financial controls, and the preparation of solid financial statements.   i have improved business results through the implementation of new processes and procedures, and have been acknowledged by my employers for my accomplishments. this, along with my expertise in employee development and strategic planning makes me an ideal candidate for the position of <position here>.   

 

the accompanying resume can give you an overview of my potential for making a worthwhile contribution to <firm or company name>.  i believe it would be beneficial to us both to further discuss your organization s goals and how i can help you meet them.  i will look forward to your call.

 

thank you for your time and consideration.

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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mr. (ms.)

(company)

(address 1)

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dear mr. _________________

 

it was a pleasure (speaking with you/meeting with you) on the (date for example, 19th of february or 3rd of july). i would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the time you spent with me, as well as to express my appreciation for the information you offered.

 

i am very interested in the (name of position) position, and i am convinced now, more than ever, that it is the right position for me. i feel my background and qualifications prepare me well for just the sort of challenges and responsibilities we discussed.

 

again, thank you for considering my qualifications. i enjoyed our talk, and am available at any time to provide you with any more information you may need. i look forward to hearing your decision.

 

 

sincerely,