Experience

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  JDA Investments (US), Inc.

  • Scottsdale AZ

  • Chief Financial Officer

    • Feb 2018 - Present
    • Scottsdale AZ

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  SimonMed Imaging

  • Scottsdale AZ

  • Corporate Controller

    • Feb 2014 - Jan 2018
    • Scottsdale AZ

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  Village Roadshow Theme Parks Holdings USA

  • Glendale, AZ

  • Financial Controller

    • Aug 2010 - Feb 2014
    • Glendale, AZ

    • Oversight to the daily operational aspects of the business primarily in accounting, human resources, and insurance compliance for the US water parks (Wet'n'Wild Phoenix, Hawaii, and Las Vegas)• Accountable for monitoring all insurance programs with legal personnel and coordinating quarterly and annual year-end audits with independent auditors• Pivotal member of the Management, Risk, and Compliance committees• Constant coordination with accountants and general managers at each location, as well to the chief financial officer (CFO) in Australia to report financial performance of the business• Reorganization of the month-end, quarterly, and annual reporting process to improve the accuracy and timeliness of reporting• Acknowledgment for timely identification and resolution of unreported state sales tax for several years • Coordination of a self-managed audit with the state of Arizona to correct sales tax deficiency, including the waiver of all penalties and interest• Administration of an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) audit with the IRS out of California• Recognition for developing a highly motivated staff and stabilizing the turnover in the accounting area in Phoenix

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  COMSYS

  • Tempe, AZ

  • Corporate Controller

    • Mar 2009 - Apr 2010
    • Tempe, AZ

    • Keen management of the general ledger and accounts payable accounting functions of the business to ensure achievement of corporate target goals• Organization of 10Q and 10K filings in coordination with the chief accounting officer (CAO) and Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) manager• Integral member of the Policies and Procedures Committee• Thorough assessment of monthly workers compensation claims with the policy carrier and human resources to correct several years of incorrect accruals and expenses • Demonstration of industry expertise in evaluating, adjusting, and correcting several balance sheet accounts and profit and loss statements• Institution of the Brown Bag Lunch and Learn program to train staff on various internal and external functions and processes

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  Nouveau Riche Corporation/Nouveau University

  • Scottsdale, AZ

  • Chief Financial Officer

    • 2007 - 2009
    • Scottsdale, AZ

    • Preparation and assessment of accounting records, payroll, and billing for accuracy, completeness, and conformance with reporting and procedural standards• Maintenance of compliance with company’s financial policies and procedures, as well as with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) for all reports of the university• Evaluation of financial statements, sales reports, and other performance data to measure goal achievement as well as identify areas needing cost reduction and improvement• Substantial contribution in increasing productivity by leading several enhancements in accounting and reporting systems, including commissions, sales tax reporting, 1099 reporting, fixed assets, and depreciation• Solid background in assessing company’s financial processes and executing changes that improved policy-based procedures and systems; which included monthly closings, analysis of balance sheet and income statements, inventory and the completion of the first audit ever conducted by the company• Strategic management to the reorganization and training of staff to effectively resolve issues and concerns • Recipient of the Rookie of the Year award and two bonuses in first year for exemplary performance, dedication, and efficiency

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  JDA Software Group

  • Scottsdale, AZ

  • Vice President / Controller

    • 1990 - 2007
    • Scottsdale, AZ

    • Tactical administration of the daily accounting functions within company, including payroll, accounts receivable, accounts payable, billing, and general ledger• Hands-on supervision to the quarterly reviews and annual year-end audit with independent auditors.• Extensive experience in evaluating company’s financial processes and implementing changes that improved policy-based procedures and system• Management of the audit requests/timing as well as staff to meet and exceed performance expectations in association with regional controllers regarding• Comprehensive knowledge in the current organizational policies and procedures, federal and state policies and directives, and accounting standards• Instrumental in the successful acquisition of software/technology companies, easing transition period through hand-on management• Distinction for administering numerous enhancements for accounting and reporting systems resulted in improved productivity • Promotion to vice president for exemplary performance and high degree of personal commitment • Appointment to key committees, including 401 (k) Investment Committee; as well as project lead of the team responsible for converting the worldwide accounting system to PeopleSoft to improve reporting, costs, and timeliness and accuracy of data• Known for remarkable performance in 10 acquisition projects by administering due diligence, integration, and reporting• Success in minimizing costs and improving accuracy/timeliness of data upon the consolidation of Canadian Accounting Team• Substantial contribution in reducing headcount by three associates and centralizing property and casualty insurance procurement to improve coverage and rates • Integral role as part of the team accountable for transitioning the organization from private to public company

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  Talley Industries

  • Phoenix, AZ

  • Senior Internal Auditor

    • 1989 - 1990
    • Phoenix, AZ

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  U-Haul International

  • Phoenix, AZ

  • Senior Accountant

    • 1987 - 1989
    • Phoenix, AZ

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  Touche Ross & Company (Deloitte)

  • Phoenix, AZ

  • Senior Auditor

    • 1985 - 1987
    • Phoenix, AZ