Experience

Genovese Joblove & Battista, P.A.
• United States
• Legal Services
• 1 - 100 Employee
• CFO

  • Oct 2013 - Present


Brinkley Morgan

• United States
• Law Practice
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Controller

  • Apr 2012 - Oct 2013

  Fort Lauderdale, Florida



Ken Forrest and Associates - Law Firm Accounting and Management Consultants

• Consultant/President

  • Apr 2011 - Apr 2012

  Coral Springs Florida Financial Management: Whether you're a new firm just starting out or a seasoned professional looking to upgrade, I can assist you with your internal accounting systems and I will recommend areas for improvement and profitability. I can assist you by providing a range of services including: •Setting up an accounting system that works for your firm •Training your office team on how to operate the accounting system •Providing you a complete turn key service by coming to your office… Show more Financial Management: Whether you're a new firm just starting out or a seasoned professional looking to upgrade, I can assist you with your internal accounting systems and I will recommend areas for improvement and profitability. I can assist you by providing a range of services including: •Setting up an accounting system that works for your firm •Training your office team on how to operate the accounting system •Providing you a complete turn key service by coming to your office for a few hours each week •Managing your time entry, billing, vendor payables, and accounts receivable •Developing customized reports to show you what you need to know: budgets, cash flow, strategic plans, profit and loss statements, and balance sheets •Preparing all necessary analysis for year end tax reporting Technology: I can assist you by providing a range of services including: •Evaluation and identification of needs •Creation of a technology plan •Creation of Request for Proposal (RFP) •Identification of specific hardware and software •Location of vendors and analysis of vendor proposals •Negotiation of pricing and contract terms •Project implementation Human Resource Management: I can guide you in the selection of support staff as well as an analysis of current staffing, policies and procedures. •Creation of job descriptions •Interviewing or pre-screening applicants •Reference checking •Creation of a staff handbook •Analysis and improvement of benefits Insurance and Risk Management: I can assist you in identifying the types – and proper amount – of coverage you need. I can identify brokers, assist in completing your application, and help your firm save premium dollars by seeking competitive bids for your coverage. Areas in which I can provide assistance include: •Professional liability •Business contents and liability •Employee benefits •Employment practices liability Show less


fullerton law group
• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee
• consultant

  • 2010 - 2012

Astigarraga Davis
• United States
• Legal Services
• Firm Administrator

  • Mar 2010 - Mar 2011


Ampco Products Inc

• United States
• Restaurants

• CFO

  • 2000 - Feb 2009

  Responsible for strategic planning, development and leadership of entire finance function of 5 location manufacturing company. Oversee 7 direct reports as well as worked closely with divisional general managers in identifying operational opportunities and weaknesses Achievements: Developed and executed a successful plan to wind down a non profitable business division saving the company from the brink of bankruptcy Worked very closely with our lenders during a period of rapid… Show more Responsible for strategic planning, development and leadership of entire finance function of 5 location manufacturing company. Oversee 7 direct reports as well as worked closely with divisional general managers in identifying operational opportunities and weaknesses Achievements: Developed and executed a successful plan to wind down a non profitable business division saving the company from the brink of bankruptcy Worked very closely with our lenders during a period of rapid growth which needed additional funding outside the parameters of our existing loan agreement Negotiated and obtained lower cost insurance coverage saving in excess of $150,000 Designed executive and management reporting systems and tailored financial and operating reporting systems to meet requirements of all management personnel From May 2004 through January 2007 also served as the Operation Manager for the $6 million Krieger Kitchens division where I was responsible for 15 including quoting, drafting, order processing, customer service, field management and installation. Reorganized and properly prioritized all office and field personnel to work more efficiently I was instrumental in turning around a division which was losing the majority of its customers in 2004 to having record revenue and earnings in 06 Show less



Cohen Berke Bernstein and Kondell

• controller

  • 2000 - 2000

  Responsible for overall financial operation of the firm including financial reporting, general ledger, billing, accounts payable and receivable. Achievements: Revised monthly reporting to include balance sheet and account analysis. Assisted in the coordination and due diligence in merging two law firms



SYPRETT, MESHAD, RESNICK & LIEB

• ADMINISTRATOR/CONTROLLER

  • 1991 - 1999

  Responsible for all administrative functions of the firm including MIS, personnel, accounting and a staff of 15. Conducted and prepared the agenda for bi-monthly executive committee meeting where financial information was presented Achievements: Successfully eliminated a accounting staff of three employees, at a savings to the firm of approximately $100,000 per annum, while increasing efficiency Eliminated the need for a full time runner, facilities manager and marketing… Show more Responsible for all administrative functions of the firm including MIS, personnel, accounting and a staff of 15. Conducted and prepared the agenda for bi-monthly executive committee meeting where financial information was presented Achievements: Successfully eliminated a accounting staff of three employees, at a savings to the firm of approximately $100,000 per annum, while increasing efficiency Eliminated the need for a full time runner, facilities manager and marketing coordinator by reorganizing the firms’ structure at a savings to firm of approximately $75,000 per annum Implemented firm brochure, client surveys and casual “summer Friday’s” thereby improving client exposure and firm morale Converted all computer applications from a DOS operating system to a Window 98 Novell network Show less


White & Case
• United States
• Alternative Dispute Resolution
• ASSISTANT CONTROLLER

  • 1989 - 1991

homedco - n.y.
• controller

  • 1986 - 1989

SWINGLINE INC.
• United States
• Real Estate
• Accounting Manager

  • 1983 - 1986