Assistant Controller

• Mar 2014 - Present

Accounting Manager

• Jun 2012 - Aug 2013

Assisted the Corporate Controller in managing all aspects of the corporate accounting process, including monthly closings, cash management, annual audits and office oversight. Designed a streamlined closing process checklist to best utilize accounting resources while accomplishing all tasks within accelerated time constraints. Participated in financial analysis of acquisition targets by performing due diligence tasks in areas including accounting, administration, Human Resources, property and others. Responsible for developing financial entries to record acquisitions to integrate with legacy North East Dental Management accounting systems. Acquisitions tripled company size in one-year period. Prepared financial projections and analyses, analyzed investment scenarios, prepared closing documents. Participated in research and selection process for NetSuite system conversion, analyzing transaction flow and providing cost/benefit analysis. Provided financial oversight to individual office managers, monitored spending levels, analyzed financial performance and optimized cost savings. Reconciled daily cash collections by office to verify tracking of patient transactions. Responsible for all phases of monthly closing process for 41 locations, and 12 separate QuickBooks companies. Processes included 24 bank reconciliations, inter-company reconciliations, general ledger analysis and reconciliation of accounts, accounts payable and accounts receivable reconciliations, accrual analysis and determination of reserves for bad debts and discounts/adjustment. Prepared monthly Excel-based consolidation, integrating 41 locations, calculating elimination entries, comparing to budget and prior year. Assisted with year-end tax and audit, providing documentation, support and reconciliations as needed. Interfaced with Office Managers and local staff to provide and explain financial reports. Show less

Senior Accountant

• May 2010 - Jan 2012

Assisted the Controller in administering financial closings and cash flow management. Devised, launched and enforced effective financial management policies and procedures, and oversaw compliance with GAAP. Identified and implemented recommendations for profit enhancements. Performed comprehensive month end closing procedures for four divisions and prepared financial statements for each President/General Manager. Process included preparing general ledger entries, analyzing work in process, reconciling accounts and preparing supporting schedules. Analyzed inventory detail and maintained inventory reports. Responsible for accurate accounting of costs for jobs produced. Provided detailed ad hoc cost accounting reports. Analyzed cash flow on a daily and weekly basis utilizing a customized cash flow forecast. Gathered data and prepared the weekly and monthly Borrowing Base Certificate to maintain a positive cash flow within all companies using a revolver loan. Reconciled $75 million in fixed assets on the general ledger to BNA fixed assets software and physical back-up of the asset purchases. Maintained all fixed asset and depreciation schedules. Show less

Accounting Manager

• Jul 2006 - May 2010

Directed and performed full spectrum of accounting functions encompassing A/P, A/R, general ledger, financial reporting/statements, taxes, payroll, and the monthly, quarterly and year-end closing processes. Directed, monitored and supervised accounting department operations including accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, financial statements, and federal and state 1040 and 1120/S returns. Calculated fixed asset depreciation schedules and administered depreciation journal entries. Supervised a staff of three, including the A/R Associate, A/P Associate and Staff Accountant. Show less

Staff Accountant

• May 2005 - Jul 2006

Prepared federal/state 1040, 1120/S and 1065 returns including multi-state returns. Administered quarterly and annual tax provisions (FAS 109), and interfaced with government agencies. Performed foundation hedge fund accounting. Conducted audits and assisted clients in implementing, enhancing and revising internal controls. Prepared interim, annual, combined and consolidated financial statements. Prepared federal/state 1040, 1120/S and 1065 returns including multi-state returns. Administered quarterly and annual tax provisions (FAS 109), and interfaced with government agencies. Performed foundation hedge fund accounting. Conducted audits and assisted clients in implementing, enhancing and revising internal controls. Prepared interim, annual, combined and consolidated financial statements.

Senior Accountant

• Dec 1999 - May 2005

Junior Accountant/Office Manager

• May 1996 - Dec 1999