Detail-oriented, highly motivated Accountant with expertise in accounts payable and receivable management, financial reports, budgets, and administration. Skilled at identifying and correcting errors for impeccable accuracy. Committed to enhancing company productivity through reliable, high-quality work.Proactive communicator with a solid foundation of trustworthy and dependable performance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant (100%) 1 Year Fixed Term Contract
GAM Investment Management (Switzerland) AG
ZURICH
07.2023 - 07.2024
Assisted in the preparation of financial statements according to IFRS and the Swiss OR.
Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, SC/PO, and assisted in month-end closing.
Reviewed employee expense reports for compliance with company policies and reconciled workers' credit cards.
Calculated and billed clients' annual, quarterly, and monthly performance fees, management fees, as well as followed up on outstanding receivables.
Monitored cash flow and prepared cash projections, payment runs, and ad hoc payments.
Provided support for bank reconciliations and intercompany reconciliations.
Facilitated communication and collaboration between domestic and international subsidiaries, banks, clients, and suppliers.
Supported efficient accounting operations with high-quality administrative and leadership support.
<ul><li>Directed 5 locations generating $14.5M+ in annual sales.</li><li>Delivered highest company metrics, with measurable gains over previous years:</li><li>Top 2 highest grossing stores ($4.3M and $3.8M)</li><li>Gross margin: 48.7%, a 6% improvement over prior year</li><li>Net income: $2.5M; EBITDA: 17.2%, up 4.5% year-over-year</li><li>Oversaw recruiting, development, and coaching for 30+ managers and team leaders.</li><li>Implemented district-wide retention strategy, reducing turnover significantly.</li><li>Ensured all units passed federal/state audits and maintained 100% compliance.</li><li>Mentored future leaders, facilitating internal promotions and long-term career growth, including 1 General Manager promoted to District Manager, 3 Assistant General Managers promoted to General Managers in other districts, and 4 Shift Leads advanced to AGM roles.</li><li>Partnered with local schools to provide food during sporting events and teacher appreciation days.</li><li>Launched community-focused promotions including free breakfast sandwiches for educators and 5% lunch discounts for local hospital nurses.</li><li>Maintained an average Wendy’s Done Right Visit (WDRV) score of 96 across all locations.</li><li>Achieved an average score of 95 on ECO/FSA food safety assessments with zero critical violations across the district.</li></ul> at Wendy’s (Arizona Restaurant Co. LLC)<ul><li>Directed 5 locations generating $14.5M+ in annual sales.</li><li>Delivered highest company metrics, with measurable gains over previous years:</li><li>Top 2 highest grossing stores ($4.3M and $3.8M)</li><li>Gross margin: 48.7%, a 6% improvement over prior year</li><li>Net income: $2.5M; EBITDA: 17.2%, up 4.5% year-over-year</li><li>Oversaw recruiting, development, and coaching for 30+ managers and team leaders.</li><li>Implemented district-wide retention strategy, reducing turnover significantly.</li><li>Ensured all units passed federal/state audits and maintained 100% compliance.</li><li>Mentored future leaders, facilitating internal promotions and long-term career growth, including 1 General Manager promoted to District Manager, 3 Assistant General Managers promoted to General Managers in other districts, and 4 Shift Leads advanced to AGM roles.</li><li>Partnered with local schools to provide food during sporting events and teacher appreciation days.</li><li>Launched community-focused promotions including free breakfast sandwiches for educators and 5% lunch discounts for local hospital nurses.</li><li>Maintained an average Wendy’s Done Right Visit (WDRV) score of 96 across all locations.</li><li>Achieved an average score of 95 on ECO/FSA food safety assessments with zero critical violations across the district.</li></ul> at Wendy’s (Arizona Restaurant Co. LLC)
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