Octama Castor, MBA
Adjunct Accounting Instructor at Georgia Military College- Claim this Profile
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Lauria Wilson, LSSBB
Octama hired me fresh out of college and had an immense impact on my career and the professional I am today. He allowed me the freedom to make my own mistakes, but was always there to answer questions and explain things when I needed him to. My first experience having direct reports was while I reported to him and I leaned on him heavily while I learned how to manage a team. He taught me how to get results from a team while encouraging and supporting them. Although we haven’t worked together in years, I have always said he is the one person that could call me with an offer and I would gladly come work for him again. I’ll always be grateful for his mentorship.
Sue Misiunas
At Mediacom, Octama was my Sr. Manager of Business Operations. Octama excelled in this role, helping the region achieve one of the highest levels of warehouse inventory accuracy in the company, along with creating best practices in his accounting department. Octama's work ethic is one of integrity and professionalism and was a great role model to his employees. Octama also possesses analytical skills to diagnose problems and devise viable solutions. His ability to remain calm during frenzied periods such as budget/reviews has proven his ability to work well under pressure. It was an honor to work with Octama. He would be an asset to any organization.
Lauria Wilson, LSSBB
Octama hired me fresh out of college and had an immense impact on my career and the professional I am today. He allowed me the freedom to make my own mistakes, but was always there to answer questions and explain things when I needed him to. My first experience having direct reports was while I reported to him and I leaned on him heavily while I learned how to manage a team. He taught me how to get results from a team while encouraging and supporting them. Although we haven’t worked together in years, I have always said he is the one person that could call me with an offer and I would gladly come work for him again. I’ll always be grateful for his mentorship.
Sue Misiunas
At Mediacom, Octama was my Sr. Manager of Business Operations. Octama excelled in this role, helping the region achieve one of the highest levels of warehouse inventory accuracy in the company, along with creating best practices in his accounting department. Octama's work ethic is one of integrity and professionalism and was a great role model to his employees. Octama also possesses analytical skills to diagnose problems and devise viable solutions. His ability to remain calm during frenzied periods such as budget/reviews has proven his ability to work well under pressure. It was an honor to work with Octama. He would be an asset to any organization.
Lauria Wilson, LSSBB
Octama hired me fresh out of college and had an immense impact on my career and the professional I am today. He allowed me the freedom to make my own mistakes, but was always there to answer questions and explain things when I needed him to. My first experience having direct reports was while I reported to him and I leaned on him heavily while I learned how to manage a team. He taught me how to get results from a team while encouraging and supporting them. Although we haven’t worked together in years, I have always said he is the one person that could call me with an offer and I would gladly come work for him again. I’ll always be grateful for his mentorship.
Sue Misiunas
At Mediacom, Octama was my Sr. Manager of Business Operations. Octama excelled in this role, helping the region achieve one of the highest levels of warehouse inventory accuracy in the company, along with creating best practices in his accounting department. Octama's work ethic is one of integrity and professionalism and was a great role model to his employees. Octama also possesses analytical skills to diagnose problems and devise viable solutions. His ability to remain calm during frenzied periods such as budget/reviews has proven his ability to work well under pressure. It was an honor to work with Octama. He would be an asset to any organization.
Lauria Wilson, LSSBB
Octama hired me fresh out of college and had an immense impact on my career and the professional I am today. He allowed me the freedom to make my own mistakes, but was always there to answer questions and explain things when I needed him to. My first experience having direct reports was while I reported to him and I leaned on him heavily while I learned how to manage a team. He taught me how to get results from a team while encouraging and supporting them. Although we haven’t worked together in years, I have always said he is the one person that could call me with an offer and I would gladly come work for him again. I’ll always be grateful for his mentorship.
Sue Misiunas
At Mediacom, Octama was my Sr. Manager of Business Operations. Octama excelled in this role, helping the region achieve one of the highest levels of warehouse inventory accuracy in the company, along with creating best practices in his accounting department. Octama's work ethic is one of integrity and professionalism and was a great role model to his employees. Octama also possesses analytical skills to diagnose problems and devise viable solutions. His ability to remain calm during frenzied periods such as budget/reviews has proven his ability to work well under pressure. It was an honor to work with Octama. He would be an asset to any organization.
Credentials
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Certified Public Accountant
Georgia State Board of Accountancy
Experience
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Georgia Military College
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Higher Education
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200 - 300 Employee
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Adjunct Accounting Instructor
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Mar 2019 - Present
Deliver financial accounting lectures. Manage classrooms daily by assigning discussion topics, facilitating group conversations; assigning and grading assignments weekly; providing timely feedback to students to encourage learning and address areas for improvement. Deliver financial accounting lectures. Manage classrooms daily by assigning discussion topics, facilitating group conversations; assigning and grading assignments weekly; providing timely feedback to students to encourage learning and address areas for improvement.
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InHealth Systems & Services
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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1 - 100 Employee
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Sr Accountant/Controller
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Sep 2020 - Jan 2023
Responsibilities include: Financial statement preparation and analysis Cash management Internal controls Accounts Receivable and Payable Financial projections Budgeting and strategic planning Financial statement consolidation Capital management Responsibilities include: Financial statement preparation and analysis Cash management Internal controls Accounts Receivable and Payable Financial projections Budgeting and strategic planning Financial statement consolidation Capital management
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Merlin Entertainments
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United Kingdom
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Entertainment
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700 & Above Employee
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Regional Finance Manager
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Sep 2015 - Dec 2019
Spearheaded financial operations and reporting systems to complete the accounting cycle including journal entries, general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, intercompany accounting, financial statement analysis, capital management, revenue reconciliation, monthly/quarterly/yearly closing activities, and cash flows management in accordance with US GAAP. • Directed accounting functions for month-end process including accurate revenue recognition and related expenses, intercompany transactions, P&L analysis, and balance sheet management. • Implemented revenue assurance system and related procedures that resulted in accurate and timely revenue recognition leading to increased earnings. • Developed and evaluated process improvement initiatives, developed workforce planning and processes that resulted in improved performance metrics. • Reviewed control procedures for effectiveness of controls and proper handling of company assets.
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WOW! Internet, Cable & Phone
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United States
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Telecommunications
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700 & Above Employee
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Finance Administration Manager
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Oct 2014 - Sep 2015
Directed financial operations including cash management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections and inventory management, US GAAP applications, financial statement analysis, month-end close activities, and budgeting/forecasting. • Developed, implemented, and maintained procedures for processing accounts receivable and payable, cash management, general ledger reconciliations. • Provided total financial leadership, direction and analysis to the management team by driving functional financial metrics and controlling costs.
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Charter Communications
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United States
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Telecommunications
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700 & Above Employee
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Regional Business Planning Consultant
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Jun 2013 - Sep 2014
Conducted monthly P&L reviews with field management, financial audits, annual budgeting process, discussing KPIs, creation of financial analysis templates for budgeting and operational review purposes. • Directed a project team in conversion of several warehouses into a main hub and distribution center, resulting in high efficiency and a 20% cost reduction. • Spearheaded the creation of regional benchmark reports including capital and expense performance analytics, leading to marked improvement in overall operations. • Led an audit team to obtain evidence to provide reasonable basis for an opinion regarding the control effectiveness and financial activities of the business unit.
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University of Phoenix
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Accounting Instructor
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Jan 2009 - Dec 2013
Facilitated accounting classes online: Monitored discussion forums, provoked critical thinking, graded assignments, attended individual student forums, and provided timely feedback on quizzes and assignments. Facilitated accounting classes online: Monitored discussion forums, provoked critical thinking, graded assignments, attended individual student forums, and provided timely feedback on quizzes and assignments.
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Mediacom Communications
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United States
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Telecommunications
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700 & Above Employee
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Sr. Manager of Business Operations
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Jul 2009 - Dec 2012
Directed financial operations including month-end close, capital project management, revenue assurance, accounts payable, financial statement analysis, internal audit and process controls, variance analysis, annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and accounts reconciliation. • Worked with technical team to rewrite material installation contracts, which resulted in cost savings of 15%. • Managed the accounts payable system and related reconciliations of the balances and ensured accuracy, resulting in timely payments and excellent vendor relations. • Reviewed the efficacy of management’s responses to internal audit findings.
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Comcast
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United States
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Telecommunications
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager of Business Operations
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Aug 2004 - Nov 2007
Direction of all financial transactions and office operations including cash management functions, accounts payable/receivable, collections and inventory management. Development of annual budget for business unit. Management of month-end close activities. Oversight of warehouse operations that included inventory control and materials handling. Provision of assistance to management team with financial/operational/ procedural decisions. Direction of all financial transactions and office operations including cash management functions, accounts payable/receivable, collections and inventory management. Development of annual budget for business unit. Management of month-end close activities. Oversight of warehouse operations that included inventory control and materials handling. Provision of assistance to management team with financial/operational/ procedural decisions.
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George Weston Bakeries
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Food and Beverage Manufacturing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Accounting Manager
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Jan 2000 - Jul 2004
Establishment of internal control procedures for receiving, manufacturing, shipping, and handling of finished goods. Management of day-to-day accounting functions of the business unit. Preparation of financial statements for over 200 thrift stores operated by the Entenmann’s division. Management of the month-end close process. Prepared annual budget for the business unit. Establishment of internal control procedures for receiving, manufacturing, shipping, and handling of finished goods. Management of day-to-day accounting functions of the business unit. Preparation of financial statements for over 200 thrift stores operated by the Entenmann’s division. Management of the month-end close process. Prepared annual budget for the business unit.
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Education
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Nova Southeastern University
Master's Degree, Accounting -
Nova Southeastern University
MBA, Business/Accounting -
South University
BBA, Business/Accountin
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