LACO AssociatesFinance Manager
Jul. 2022 - Mar. 2023California, United States- Managed and oversaw all aspects of Accounts Payable, Payroll, and Accounts Receivable functions as a Project Accountant, including the implementation of policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and ensure proper segregation of duties.
- Completed monthly journal entries, including accruals (payroll, PTO, 401k, etc.), WIP analysis and adjustments, prepaid insurance, and overhead allocations.
- Ensured accurate and timely financial closings and reporting on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, including the preparation of Income Statements, Balance Sheets, year-to-date comparisons, and month-over-month analysis, as well as additional ad hoc reports.
- Led the development of the annual operating budget and conducted thorough reviews and analyses of budgeted versus actual expenses and revenues.
- Maintained and enforced write-off protocols, ensuring accurate logging and compliance.
- Managed fixed assets, including depreciation, capitalization, and amortization, to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Oversaw office and leasing contract management to maintain compliance and cost-effectiveness.
- Advised executives on the impact of accounting policy decisions, contributing to the strategic direction of the organization.
- Continuously pursued professional development to keep the organization updated on the latest accounting changes and industry trends.
- Executed special projects assigned by the President and/or Business Manager, such as cloud and software conversions, Project Manager training sessions, and the creation of training.