Experience

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  Merit

  • United States

  • Senior Staff Accountant

    • Jun 2022 - Present
    • United States

    As a Senior Accountant, I specialize in government (federal, state, and local) contracts, billing, and financial reporting.Merit is a unique trailblazer in government technology and is changing the way government manages and handles federal emergency services and state wide grant funds for students

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  Modern Visionary Software

  • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

  • Business Development and Operations Manager

    • May 2021 - May 2022
    • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

    While fulfilling, I left this role to pursue bigger and better things! I am proud of the work and projects I had a hand in with MVSoft. Cheers to new and exciting things ahead!

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  Deeplocal

  • Greater Pittsburgh Area

  • Staff Accountant

    • Sep 2019 - Nov 2021
    • Greater Pittsburgh Area

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  Block Media Worldwide

  • Remote

  • BLOG AND SEO WEBSITE CONTENT FREELANCE WRITER

    • Nov 2018 - May 2021
    • Remote

    BLOG AND WEBSITE CONTENT FREELANCE WRITER• Creates relevant and engaging content based on trending social media topics as assigned and pitched for active clients• Provides sourced media images to accompany all copy within WordPress• Works with the editor and client to generate new pitches and seeking out top trending topics • Meets all daily and weekly required deadlines • Acute knowledge of trending topics covering an array of entertainment, food, pets, health, wellness, life, parenting, art, and culture• Completes timely topics in the form of listicles, single topic articles, and fact sets• Possesses a deep personal enthusiasm and interest for trending news and topicsSEO WEB CONTENT FREELANCE WRITER• Creates fresh and valid content for clients websites needed to promote and sell products and services as requested• Creates engaging, easy to follow, enticing and efficient web copy to enhance the customers’ experience• Generates smart and engaging use of keywords for relevant Search Engine Optimization (SEO) • Writes and completes government industry manuals and guides for financial, health, how-to, and legal content for 50 states• Works closely with the editor to ensure quality and timely work, adhering to AP Style guidelines, and accurate placement of SEO content

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  Robert Half Management Resources

  • United States
  • Staffing and Recruiting
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Client Services Director

    • Feb 2015 - Nov 2018

    WHAT I DO: I help small, mid-size and large companies improve profitability, cash flow and process efficiencies through matched professional consultants to achieve a return of investment on their most mission critical projects within accounting, finance and operations.WHY IT WORKS: I have over 10 years of working experience within different industries as an Accountant and true Strategic Business Partner with my clients. As a partner, I am able to integrate my industry knowledge and expertise to create a cost effective and strategic plan to ensure my clients achieve success in their mission critical goals.HOW IT WORKS: The first step to project success is to schedule a 30 minute consultation to discuss your “whiteboard” project initiatives, budget, end goals and challenges. I will recommend a REALISTIC plan and assessment of the required talent needed through each project phase and an overall cost estimate---Based on real-time market data from today’s available talent and comparison of similar projects your peers are completing today.PROJECT RETURN OF INVESTMENTS: Project Management for HRIS implementation: Provided project manager to liaise with Ceridian and internal sponsors. Estimated cost savings of $4,000/week – over $100k total over the course of the project.Business Systems Analyst for SAP Conversion: Provided a local consultant with 20+ years of SAP integration experience saved the client over of $2,800/week plus travel expenses – over $50,000 on a 4 month engagement.READY TO TALK?Contact me to schedule your Business Strategy Session:- Email: [email protected] Phone: 412-338-8790- Website: https://www.roberthalf.com/management-resourcesAREAS OF EXPERTISE:Governance, Risk, Regulatory & Compliance | System Implementations/Enhancements and Processes | Cost Control & Cash Management | Workload Management | Change Management & Turnaround | Mergers & Acquisitions | Due Diligence | SEC and Financial Reporting | Operations Management

  • Staffing Executive - Salaried Professionals Services

    • Sep 2012 - Feb 2015

    Manages the Accountemps Salaried Professionals Services and assists client companies in maintaining a high level of employment stability. Our consultants complete long-term projects, year-end planning, budget and variance analysis, audit preparation and other accounting functions.

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  DiPardo Baldacci & Co., P.C.

  • Greater Pittsburgh Area

  • Staff Accountant

    • Sep 2008 - Sep 2012
    • Greater Pittsburgh Area

    • Possesses a diverse skill set acquired as a result of extensive experience in various realms of public accounting. An accounting professional with 3 years of experience in managing private and commercial tax accounts as well as financial accounting and audit clients. Due diligence is paid when dealing with each individual account to ensure the highest quality of service.• A highly motivated, proficient employee with an incomparable work ethic. Able to effectively process multiple accounts while maintaining efficient use of billable hours resulting in timely completion of tax returns, GAAP financial statements, and other accounting work papers. • Excellent communication skills as demonstrated by consistently developing a high level of rapport with clients of diverse business backgrounds. Committed and driven to providing a personal rapport with each client by assuring loyalty and providing exclusive attention. Consummate professionalism, thoughtfulness, and sensitivity allow clients to feel confident and comfortable during all business interactions.

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  The Valspar Corporation Ltda

  • Greater Pittsburgh Area

  • Accounts Payable Coordinator

    • Apr 2007 - Sep 2008
    • Greater Pittsburgh Area

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  Restaurants Unlimited

  • Greater Pittsburgh Area

  • Director of Marketing and Guest Services of Palomino Restaurant

    • Sep 2000 - Apr 2007
    • Greater Pittsburgh Area