Susan Romano
Cottonwood,CA
Summary
Started in the Business in 1979 and I've worked all the desks in the Dealership and loved everyone of them. Started as a receptionist and moved up over the years. Also, helped in the sale of one dealership within the Stead Automotive Group and maintained the books until the Auditors did the final Business Tax Return and Maintained the books of another closed dealership within the company ABMS.
At the Hilltop Stores : Controller/Assistant G.M.
That consisted in Assisting the G.M. in duties submitting COOP documents, Monitoring the open RO's, Monitoring the open cases on the factory website for compliance and handling the day to day when the G.M. was on vacation or days off including customer concerns. Talented financial leader well-versed in accounting principles and regulations. Motivated to keep company financial operations compliant, accurate and cost-effective. Ready to bring 45+ years of experience and take on challenging new role.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Hilltop Chrysler Jeep Dodge/Hilltop Ford Kia
01.1999 - 06.2023
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by managing the timely preparation and filing of all required returns.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving collaboration between departments.
- Streamlined annual audit process, working closely with external auditors to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Increased cash flow by diligently managing accounts receivable and implementing effective collection strategies.
- Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
Outside Contract Work: Automotive Accounting
ABMS (Self Employed)
12.1997 - 01.1999
- Successfully achieved helping dealerships in need of cleaning of schedules, Bank Reconciliations, Receivable follow-up and reconciliation of accounts, Accounts Payable reconciliation and payments to vendors, Warranty and Service Contract Receivable collections and Sales and Payroll Tax Returns.
- Filled in for Business Managers Maternity Leaves and Disability Leaves.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tennyson High School
Hayward, CA06.1969
Skills
- Payroll Processing
- Preparing financial statements
- Cash Flow Management
- Staff Management
Timeline
Controller
Hilltop Chrysler Jeep Dodge/Hilltop Ford Kia
01.1999 - 06.2023
Outside Contract Work: Automotive Accounting
ABMS (Self Employed)
12.1997 - 01.1999
High School Diploma -
Tennyson High School
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