Experience

J Curve LLC

• United States
• Staffing and Recruiting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Accounting Manager

  • Apr 2022 - Present

  I am a accounting professional seeking a position that allows me to utilize all of my skills to help move your business forward. I have extensive project experience and a solid working knowledge in all areas of accounting related to process improvement and internal controls as well as process streamlining and SOP documentation. I am self motivated and eager to make an impact. I am a accounting professional seeking a position that allows me to utilize all of my skills to help move your business forward. I have extensive project experience and a solid working knowledge in all areas of accounting related to process improvement and internal controls as well as process streamlining and SOP documentation. I am self motivated and eager to make an impact.



Newell Brands

• United States
• Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Accounting Analyst (Contract/Consultant)

  • Apr 2022 - Mar 2023

  Streamling processes, identifying gaps and creating resolutions using my cross functional experience.  Support General Accounting Team during work transition. o Stepped in to cover Builder commission, fixed asset and Account reconciliation roles o Documented a comprehensive commissions process for use by new accountant.  Process Identification, Improvement and SOP Documentation projects o Identified 37 process gaps of varying impact.  Formally documented and closed 15 major processes with related workflow charts.  Documented requirements for the remaining 22 process gaps to be addressed by the permanent team. o Evaluated banking activity, cleared the 1+ year backlog and streamlined the daily process. o Created and implemented new workflows and Standards of Procedure for:  Daily cash (AR, AP, PR)  Outstanding checks, Positive pay, Payment replacement and Escheatment reconciliations  Builder Commissions Show less



TE Connectivity

• Switzerland
• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Manager, Finance / Accounting

  • Jun 2010 - Nov 2021

   Manage the full mo/yr end cycle including journal entries, allocations, intercompany, payroll, bonus, commissions, prepaid, accruals, insurance.  Reconciliation of balance sheet, P&L variances, accruals, AP/AR, inventory, fixed assets, prepaids, commissions, T&E, contracts allowances, allocations and intercompany.  Program management for all facets of online store (e-commerce), credit card reconciliations, relocation, bonus, intercompany and leases.  Reporting and schedule prep relating to sales, P&L variances, SEC schedules, due diligence for M&A, internal and external audit, Fed/State tax packages, Sales and Use tax, government schedules, unclaimed property/escheat, vendor claims, 1099’s, customer refunds, received not vouchered and inventory balances.  Maintain and manage controls for segregation of duties, audit risk compliance, internal controls compliance including FASB, GAAP, SEC, Sox, ASC606, ASC842, record retention and delegation of authority and AP issues including pricing, contract discrepancies and open receivers.  System management including Streamline and maintain the GL structure and accounting instructions in CEA, BPCS, SAP and HFM; Liaise with IT to design, test and implement upgrades to the ERP system and onboarding of new systems resulting from acquisitions.  Support, Train and Backup the Controller position at Medway plant. Projects Completed in this Role 1. Reduced balance of Maquiladora payable from $1.7MM to >$300K. 2. Resolved issues on Received not Voucher report reducing it from $50B to $300K 3. Created/Implemented Delegation of Authority (DoA) utilized in 5 systems and 13 locations. 4. 30% reduction in audit findings by walking auditors through mitigating controls testing. 5. Spearheaded ERP changes to automate processes and shorten the close process by 1.5 days. 6. Developed an Onboarding Policy Requirement for new hire training of 123 policies. 7. Recovered ~ $300K pending credits from Vendors for returned material. Show less



Tyco Healthcare Retail Group (acquired by First Quality in 2008)

• Accounting Manager

  • Mar 2007 - Jun 2010

   Maintain fixed asset database for all new assets, disposals, depreciation, and reporting.  Review and track capital projects for taxability, completion and tagging.  Calculate monthly accruals and annual settlements for character licensing and royalties.  Maintain unclaimed property files; perform due diligence and file returns for all required states.  Prepare, review & file Sales & Use tax returns for PA, CA and GA.  Manage financial aspects of leases for buildings and equipment after execution.  Preparation of schedules relevant to Audit, Tax, Quarterly and Year-end requirements.  Prepare, review and coordinate submissions for independent audit.  Assist in system conversion from Tyco E-One & BPCS systems to First Quality E-One  Liaise with IT to develop reporting tools to support management’s reporting needs  Assess and test Sarbanes Oxley control activity compliance  Prepare and review account reconciliations including cash. Show less



Tyco Healthcare Retail Group

• United States
• Personal Care Product Manufacturing

• Accounts Payable Manager

  • May 2003 - Mar 2007

   Managed accounts payable department staffs across multiple AP locations.  Established processes and procedures to enhance the versatility and reliability of AP results.  Negotiated settlements of disputed AP items, provided comprehensive feedback.  Reduced Travel & Entertainment violations by 66%.  Analyzed various general ledger accounts.  Assessed Sarbanes Oxley control activity compliance for all AP.  Central contact for AP support relating to E-One processes, testing and implementation.  Managed 3 leases for rent, NNN and step ups including annual NNN/CAM settlement.  Managed audits and provided support.  Responsible for assessing sales and use tax requirements on all purchases.  Month and year end close process. Show less