Accomplished financial management and accounting professional with 15 + years of demonstrated positive impact company growth. Proven skill in employing accounting and financial management best practices and team leadership. Committed to introducing changes to achieve continuous improvement and successfully influencing processes driving operational excellence. Expertise in financial statement preparation and analysis, operational management, forecasting and cost control.
· Collaborated with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and facilitate payments.
· Reduced financial discrepancies by conducting thorough internal audits and identifying areas for improvement.
· Streamlined financial processes by implementing efficient accounting software and automation tools.
· Trained junior accountants on best practices in accounting procedures and compliance requirements, building a highly skilled finance team.
· Provided financial advice to senior management, offering recommendations on potential investments or cost-saving measures.
· Consolidated multiple entities'' financial statements accurately adhering to GAAP standards, enhancing transparency in reporting for stakeholders.
· Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop financial strategies, supporting company growth and revenue generation.
· Optimized cash flow management through effective working capital controls and proactive receivables monitoring.
· Implemented stringent risk management practices, protecting the company from potential financial losses due to market fluctuations or unforeseen events.
· Monitored departmental expenditures closely against budget plans which effectively reduced unnecessary spending.
· Strengthened vendor relationships by negotiating favorable payment terms, improving cash flow stability for the organization.
· Established a robust internal control system, mitigating risks related to fraud or mismanagement of funds.
· Implemented tax planning strategies that minimized liabilities while remaining compliant with applicable regulations.
· Ensured timely and accurate financial reporting by establishing clear deadlines and holding team members accountable for meeting them.
· Managed budget planning and forecasting to ensure optimal resource allocation and cost control.
· Successfully led the transition of accounting software systems resulting in streamlined workflows.
· Coordinated external audit engagements promptly addressing any concerns raised while maintaining strong professional rapport with auditors.
· Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
· Complied with established internal controls and policies.
· Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
· Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
· Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
· Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
· Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
· Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.