Experience

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  ChagaRoot

  • Las Vegas, NV

  • Director of Finance

    • Jun 2024 - Present
    • Las Vegas, NV

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  Beasley Media Group

  • Las Vegas, Nevada

  • Market Controller/Director of Human Resources

    • Apr 2016 - May 2024
    • Las Vegas, Nevada

    Maintain and journalize monthly revenue and expenses for P&L's. Cash Management, application to AR, Adjustment, Collections, Bad Debt and processing AP. Human Resources maintain payroll, process new hires, terminations, transfers, and personal improvement plans. Capital Projects, depreciation and close out of projection placing in-service. Maintain Tax Filing for MBT (QTR), Sales & Use (MTHLY) and Commerce Tax (Annually).

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  Manheim

  • Las Vegas, Nevada Area

  • Staff Accountant

    • Nov 2014 - Apr 2016
    • Las Vegas, Nevada Area

    •Prepared, balanced and posted daily Holds Balancing to record daily sales for history/vehicle, cash, adjustments, voids, dummy deposits, returns, flooring and A/R to the G/L. •Processed and balanced dealer ACH payments daily to ensure accurate and timely payments (24-48 hours) using system reporting from AS400. Prepared and posted journal entries as needed for non-vehicle payments for month-end balancing. •Performed weekly sales close process balancing vehicles vs. history. Analyze applicable G/L accounts balancing to the Operating System and posting final journals to G/L system. Provided reporting to Controller, Assistant Controller and A/R Accountant.•Prepared and calculated monthly reconciliations by day 2, resolving discrepancies and posting journal entries for: fixed assets, amortization, prepaid, payments due to consignors, exchange #1, inventory, 1006 cash audit, petty cash and gift cards. •Performed weekly cash reconciliation/verification for preparing and reporting cash transactions to the IRS, Form 8300. •Processed arbitration requests resulting in adjustments between buyer/seller for buyer bought and buyer withdrew sales. Processed stop payments and voids in the Operating System and Bank.•Processed dealer disbursement requests to pay buyer/seller for adjustments, lost checks or stale dated checks.•Processed intercompany sales related transactions using AGIS system to other auctions and Corporate Office.•Timely responding and resolving banking discrepancies for check drafts presented to bank with coding errors.•Manage auction’s records to ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures by providing guidance and training to staff.

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  Las Vegas Coffee Investors

  • 650 S. Main Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101

  • Senior Accountant

    • Jun 2013 - Jun 2014
    • 650 S. Main Street, Las Vegas, NV 89101

    Prepared, journalized and reconciled 40+ bank statements. Tracked, reconciled and paid franchise fees, rent, royalties, management fees, auto allowance and support/overhead monthly. Reviewed and reported sales to all landlords monthly with annual audit certifications. Reviewed and stored contracts for rent and cam adjustments. Prepared accounts receivable invoices and collected on past due accounts. Reviewed, audited and journalized casino accounts receivable room charge transactions for discounts, credit card fees and payments vs. bank/sales. Weekly review and verification of payroll reports against timesheets before transmission. Reviewed and saved payroll registers for reasonability, journalized payroll expenses by category, benefits and payroll taxes to GL. Payroll backup for processing due to vacation or illness. Prepared and posted accruals for management fee, percentage rent, payroll, company credit cards and COGS. Tracked and paid all business, liquor license, Southern Nevada Health District permits, City of Henderson, City of Las Vegas, Los Angeles County, State of Nevada and State of California. Reviewed, reconciled and published bi-weekly cash flow to management. Reported flash sales daily with week to date and this year vs. last year comparisons. Managed, reconciled and paid Company Credit Card invoices (AMEX & Bank of America). Statement distributed weekly to team, collecting expense reports/receipts and coding expenses to the GL. Assisted accounts payable for back log, vacation and illness. Developed processes for collection and storing electronically W9, 301C (non-profits), leases, permits & payroll reports. Prepared, distributed, stored and filed annual 1099-Misc to IRS. Developed system to track, report and resolve stale dated checks for both the Operating and Payroll accounts for Unclaimed Property yearly reporting. Mentored and interacted daily with senior staff, accounts payable and human resources/payroll accountants.

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  Wirtz Beverage Nevada

  • 1849 W. Cheyenne Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89032

  • Accounting Manager

    • Aug 2012 - May 2013
    • 1849 W. Cheyenne Avenue, Las Vegas, NV 89032

    Lead and manage Accounting Staff – (1) Staff Accountant, (5) Accounts Payable Inventory Specialists, (1) Accounting Assistant, (1) Pricing Specialist and (1) Accounting Assistant Temp. Ensure team is focused and on target with financial closing deadlines. Educate and train Accounting Team to create accurate and timely financial statements. Review and analyze current processes and develop Best Practices in Accounting Department. Inform and interface with Warehouse Team on invoices issues, inventory issues and interface with Trade Development on pricing issues. Reconcile inventory period end balances from Physical Inventory to GL Inventory. Account code vendor invoices and ensure timeliness of bill payments to avoid late payments and/or interest from suppliers. Provide extensive forecasting and projection responsibilities for daily and monthly cash budgeting. Review general ledger each month end, create entries journal entries for expense accruals based on expense forecast. Produce and review monthly financial statements for (3) distributorships, review entries for accuracy, provide explanations for variances both MTD and YTD, attend and participate in Departmental Financial Reviews. Prepare individual ledger trackers reflecting YTD vs. Budget activity to provide VP and Directors insights during monthly financial reviews. Provide additional reporting as requested by VP and Directors to provide additional insights to manage business. Manage team to ensure accurate and timely 1099 Misc submitted to Internal Revenue Service and Suppliers by due date. Complete US Census Reporting, Wholesale Trade Reports and Unclaimed Property are timely and correctly submitted. I was intimately involved in the yearly budgeting preparation with Finance and Executive Teams. Interface with State Auditor, County Auditor, Internal Auditor and External Auditor Teams to provide financial backup and explanations on financial data during any audits and Fiscal Year End.

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  ARAMARK

  • UNIVERSITY OF LAS VEGAS NEVADA

  • SENIOR CONTROLLER

    • Sep 2011 - Jun 2012
    • UNIVERSITY OF LAS VEGAS NEVADA

    Supervise, plan, direct, organize the accurate and timely reporting for all financial statements and reporting requirements, fixed asset management for both tangible and intangible assets, lead and control market accounting functions and human resources administration. Provide financial analysis and prepare projections for operations. Support and implement internal controls/audit procedures to ensure integrity of all financial reports. Weekly, monthly and quarterly close performed to adhere to Corporate Policy and Sox Compliance. Prepare appropriate information for presentation at meetings with Managers, Supervisors, District Managers, Regional Vice President and employees. Assure all Corporate, normal business and ethical standards are closely adhered to and correct any deviations encountered. Maintain continuous focus on providing outstanding customer service (both internal and external). Direct and supervise the office staff, coach to improve subordinates performance and hold employees accountable for meeting District goals. Recruit, select, train, develop and motivate a qualified personnel staff. Conduct performance evaluations on subordinate staff providing specific and detailed feedback on their skills and attainment of activity, district, revenue and profit plans. Assists in the training of others in the District who need to be aware of appropriate accounting, financial and administrative matters. Maintain compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws. Comply with Federal Regulations and Company safety policies and practices to promote safety awareness in the District. Support an environment of continuous improvement by making suggestions and implementing where possible.

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  Citadel Broadcasting

  • Accounting Manager

    • May 2008 - Sep 2011

    Managed (9) markets month-end close, reviewing and enforcing General Accounting & Auditing Principles (GAAP), IRS Regulations, Sox Compliance and Corporate Policies and Procedures. Actively participated in resolving accounting problems and deficiencies in the markets. Interacted with Assistant Controller, Controller, Vice President Finance and CFO. Achieved goal driven deadlines under high pressure that required the ability to prioritize workload and multi-task to ensure timely submission of financials to Board of Directors and other departments. Monthly and Quarterly reviews of financial closing packages, required analytical review of balance sheets, income statements and month end schedules for proper revenue recognition. Maintained accurate contract files and update all software for Company assets and contracts.Managed (9) markets month end close financial close include journal entries for intercompany transactions, fixed assets, depreciation & amortization.Assisted in preparing future plans, forecasts, policies and procedures to ensure proper revenue recognitionEducated and enforced GAAP and Sox compliance to market managementResponded to accounting questions from market management and CFOAssisted in the preparation of consolidated reporting schedules for management Actively participated with Internal and External audit departments on a daily basisTraveled to markets to perform mini-audits, educate and interface with Business & General Managers

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  Sprint/Nextel 4G Wireless Project

  • West Region Financial Analyst

    • 2007 - 2008

    Overseen project budget scope, directed all financial related activities, accountable for project budgets, quotations, site action plans, statement of work, purchasing, invoicing, ICA’s, Siterra updates, NTP’s, audits, check requests, new hires, comparison reporting for production of Budget/Actuals/Cost-to-Go and site level tracking reports. Directed and administered controls for procurement, AP and property management. Maintained integrity for all GL coding for AP to ensure required and accurate project accounting. Interfaced with supply chain management to resolve issues with purchasing and corporate accounts payable to ensure accurate approvals and timely payments to vendors. Responsible and accountable for delegating assignments, developing process controls, schedules and administration over financial reporting to upper level management. Communicate daily with clients to define financial scope, address concerns, implement controls and facilitate network deployment scope. Maintained overall company equipment, maintained processes for storing, tracking and detainment of both tangible and intangible company assets.

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  Cingular Wireless LLC

  • Finance Mgr

    • 1999 - 2005

    Developed and maintained project budget, reporting of all financial commitments, actual, cost-to-go and financial exposure schedules by site on a weekly basis to CFO and Directors. Facilitated the bid package system, collection and review of quotations, awarding projects and preparing purchase order requests ensuring property GL coding, implementing terms and conditions for vendors. New vendor set up, collecting W-9’s from vendors, verification of completed vendor applications, licensing and insurance. Managed accounts payable, collection and approval of vendor invoicing, prepared and tracked check requests, conducted vendor audits. Managed staff for Regulatory Compliance with internal and external Federal Agencies, Local Government and Technical staff to protect and prepare projects to commence construction. Responsible for Company Assets: Computer equipment, Vehicles, Access Badges & Camera/Video Equipment.

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  n/a

  • n/a

    • 1900 - 1900

    •Prepared, balanced and posted daily Holds Balancing to record daily sales for history/vehicle, cash, adjustments, voids, dummy deposits, returns, flooring and A/R to the G/L. •Processed and balanced dealer ACH payments daily to ensure accurate and timely payments (24-48 hours) using system reporting from AS400. Prepared and posted journal entries as needed for non-vehicle payments for month-end balancing. •Performed weekly sales close process balancing vehicles vs. history. Analyze applicable G/L accounts balancing to the Operating System and posting final journals to G/L system. Provided reporting to Controller, Assistant Controller and A/R Accountant.•Prepared and calculated monthly reconciliations by day 2, resolving discrepancies and posting journal entries for: fixed assets, amortization, prepaids, payments due to consignors, exchange #1, inventory, 1006 cash audit, petty cash and gift cards. •Performed weekly cash reconciliation/verification for preparing and reporting cash transactions to the IRS, Form 8300. •Processed arbitration requests resulting in adjustments between buyer/seller for buyer bought and buyer withdrew sales. Processed stop payments and voids in the Operating System and Bank.•Processed dealer disbursement requests to pay buyer/seller for adjustments, lost checks or stale dated checks.•Processed intercompany sales related transactions using AGIS system to other auctions and Corporate Office.•Timely responding and resolving banking discrepancies for check drafts presented to bank with coding errors.•Manage auction’s records to ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures by providing guidance and training to staff.