Juanita Mitchell, CPA - CFO/Controller, Royalty Accounting Services

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Work Background

Self-employedBusiness Owner

Nov. 2014Consulted with various TV production companies, small budget Producers and manufacturing companies, construction companies, talent agents, and lawyers to handle Accounting and Bookkeeping needs. Included tasks: Major reconciliations of accounts for Network audits, entering project costs and payroll to produce cost reports. Handle compiling financial statements for CPA for past and current years. Production accounting for Cable, Web-based, Netflix, BET, National Geographic and other independent studios for scripted and non-scripted projects – on and off set/studios. Controller consultant for film projects both US and Canada based, compiled, analyzed, and reviewed ultimates for multiple films. Handled all back end calculations for Executive Producers, actors, and JV arrangements. All production accountants reported directly and reported all data to me for consolidation purposes and final approvals. Worked with Sales Executives for all contributions and distributions for territory sales Client needs range from setting up company, accounting records, payroll systems, and training. With my governmental experience, work with small construction companies in order to get them certified for federal, state, and local work. Role is to be their remote back end office for administrative and accounting needs.

Antelope Valley Community ClinicInterim CFO

Sep. 2018 - Nov. 2018Lancaster, CaliforniaDirected and trained 5 employees in all financial and operational functions of the Billing, Accounting and Registration. Manage financial compliance reporting to several state and federal governmental agencies, and $13M Medicare/Medicaid/Other Payers claim processing. • Implemented a revised chart of account for fund accounting, accounting/budgetary structural change and staff efficiency/effectiveness enhancement; Developed corporate procedures within accounting department to facilitate structured environment, in addition to training accounting staff. • Improved the utilization of Great Plains system - including training • Managed preparation and Issuance of financials to the CEO and Board in a timely standard manner • Handled external audits with State (Change in Scope, Rate increases, PPS Reconciliations), Federal Grants, and CPAs for FY16-FY18 • Worked closely with the Registration Team and outsourced billing contractor to extract accurate information from eClincal Reporting (EHR) system for proper revenue recognition; implemented aging by payer in financial system • Implemented proper fund accounting requirements within department to support federal and grant covenants - revised records for proper presentation from FY17 to date • Reconciliations of over $2.5M aged accounts payable for accuracy • Consolidated several external reporting mechanisms in order to streamline and produce an efficient and effective accounting department.

Workaholic ProductionsController

May. 2016 - Aug. 2018Encino Maintained “hands-on” full accountability for overseeing all aspects of day-to-day financial activities for multiple companies (3) and multiple projects simultaneously on and off set locations. Instrumental in initial budgeting phase and contractual agreements reviews regarding deliverables, financial deal terms, and executions. Applied strategic planning, prioritization, and project management skills toward consistently achieving critical deadlines while maintaining high quality standards. Interfaced directly with executives, creative and production teams, and networks to ensure proper budgetary allocations in order to ensure budget limitations and creative needs. Prepared monthly and quarterly financials for CPA. • Supervised/processed weekly payroll involving 100+ non-union production crew and corporate • Supervised/processed operational components of accounting: Accounts Receivables, Payables, Cash Flow, and Multiple Bank Reconciliations, Intercompany transactions and allocation of direct and indirect job costs • Major duties included preparing monthly WIP reports, proficiently develop financial reports, providing dynamic forecasting, trending and result analysis tools integral to company's short- and long-term strategic business planning, capital budgeting. Handled all financial reporting for corporate and production needs.

Brian Catalina EntertainmentController

Apr. 2012 - May. 2015Maintained “hands-on” full accountability for overseeing all aspects of day-to-day financial activities for multiple companies (3) and multiple projects simultaneously on and off set locations. Worked closely with other executives and legal team in the initial budgetary phase pertaining to contractual agreements, profitability, and planning. Interfaced directly with executives, creative and production teams, and networks to ensure proper budgetary allocations in order to ensure budget limitations and creative needs. Prepared monthly and quarterly financials for CPA. • Supervised/processed weekly payroll involving non-union production crew and corporate • Supervised/processed operational components of accounting: Accounts Receivables, Payables, Cash Flow, and Multiple Bank Reconciliations, Intercompany transactions and allocation of direct and indirect job costs • Responsible for the execution, financial review, and consolidation of the company’s forecasts including annual operating plans • Start-up production company; Managed and organized initial set-up of company with state and federal government agencies, banks, and payroll company.

Schweet EntertainmentController

Mar. 2012 - Jan. 2013Maintained “hands-on” full accountability for overseeing all aspects of day-to-day financial activities for start up production company. Handled multiple projects simultaneously on and off set locations. Worked closely with other executives and legal team in the initial budgetary phase pertaining to contractual agreements, profitability, and planning. Interfaced directly with executives, creative and production teams, and networks to ensure proper budgetary allocations in order to ensure budget limitations and creative needs. Prepared monthly and quarterly financials for CPA.

Stardust VisionsController

May. 2010 - Jan. 2012Beverly Hills, CAHands-on position supervising office and accounting staff for multiple companies (5), bi-coastal offices, and simultaneous projects. Researched, implemented, and trained staff on system conversion to better accommodate the various reporting and operational needs. • Processed local, state, and federal reporting i.e. Business 571L, 1099’s, City Licenses • Supervised and processed payroll for corporate staff and production crew for union and nonunion projects. • Supervised and processed all operational components of accounting: Accounts Receivables, Payables, Cash Flow, Intercompany transactions/reconciliations and Multiple Bank Reconciliations • Major duties included analytical reporting, budgeting, and allocation of direct and indirect costs, consolidated financial reporting to owners, banks and CPA.

Stardust VisionsController

Jan. 2010 - Jan. 2012Manage full accounting for high end commercial production company.

44 Blue ProductionsController

Aug. 2007 - May. 2010Studio City, CA Maintained “hands-on” full accountability for overseeing all aspects of day-to-day financial activities for multiple companies (7) and multiple projects simultaneously on and off set locations/studios.. Instrumental in initial budgeting phase and contractual agreements reviews regarding deliverables, financial deal terms, and executions. Applied strategic planning, prioritization, and project management skills toward consistently achieving critical deadlines while maintaining high quality standards. Interfaced directly with executives, creative and production teams, and networks to ensure proper budgetary allocations in order to ensure budget limitations and creative needs. Handled all the reporting and accounting for Co-Production arrangements in Joint Venture with company, distributors, and agency to produce syndicated judge show and early learning project. Handled ultimate calculations for projects. Prepared monthly and quarterly financials for CPA. Applied strategic planning, prioritization, and project management skills toward consistently achieving critical deadlines while maintaining high quality standards. • Supervised/processed weekly payroll involving 200+ non-union production crew and corporate • Supervised/processed operational components of accounting: Accounts Receivables, Payables, Cash Flow, and Multiple Bank Reconciliations, Intercompany transactions and allocation of direct and indirect job costs • Major duties included preparing monthly WIP reports, proficiently develop financial reports, providing dynamic forecasting, trending and result analysis tools integral to company's short- and long-term strategic business planning, capital budgeting, • Optimized performance by system conversion to Sage Software / Star Projects and integrating an efficient new system to align production and corporate needs

Youbet.comAccounting Manager

Aug. 2006 - Aug. 2007For division of United Tote strategically planned and coordinated key accounting projects to ensure on time, budget-compliant completion. Effectively analyzed accounting processes to define inefficiencies and provided expert recommendations to maximize performance and streamline workflow. Directly managed full cycle accounting process under General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley. • Proficiently handled all aspects of the month-end close process, as well as analyzing journal entries, maintaining the general ledger, performing consolidations, preparing financials statements, and conducting financial analysis, further illustrating exceptional multitasking abilities. • Monitored a broad range of internal transactions, foreign currency transactions, joint venture accounting, fixed assets, and inventory. • Played an integral role in supporting monthly financial audits and SEC reporting. • Trained, mentored, and supervised staff members in compliance with company policies and procedures

Holmes Mechanical IncController

Jul. 2004 - Sep. 2006Bremerton, WashingtonHands-on Controller overseeing office and finance staff in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment requiring superior strategic planning, organization and leadership skills. Worked with project managers and owner in all bidding/budgeting of government contracts for profitability and subcontractor inclusive. •Successfully led the conversion of accounting data to Computer Ease, optimizing corporate goals and integrating CPA recommendations. • Diligently processed staff payroll for 45+ non-union field and office employees, as well as certified payrolls for HMI and all subcontractors for weekly review and approval. • Ensured the accurate performance of accounting initiatives regarding federal and state contracts, DCAA audits, and external CPA requirements. • Prepared and executed Monthly WIP reports and analyzed budgets to effectively forecast real-time profit base of wholesale and retail contracts.

National UniversityManager of Finance

May. 2002 - Jul. 2004Greater San Diego AreaTrained, mentored, and led a 9-member team of at three different locations for not-for-profit university. Fully responsible for all accounting for the College of Oceaneering program at the college. Played a key role in executing financial components of merger with privately held technical school in San Diego and new campus in Hawaii; as well as Wilmington and San Diego Campuses. Actively collaborated with Financial Aid Department in streamlining disbursement and returns of Title IV funds. Worked closely with VP of Finance to prepare and distribute information to the Board of Trustees in regards to the strategic alignment and future potential of my division within the National University System.

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