• Detail oriented Professional possessing a Master of Business Administration (MBA), as well as 10+ years of accounting and leadership experience.
• Regarded for strong attention to detail; experienced in analyzing and reviewing financial data to ensure accuracy and quality throughout.
• Possesses dynamic communication skills, key to training team members and forming positive bonds.

Woodmont Charter School, Tampa, FL; Language Arts Teacher 2016-Present

• Demonstrate strong leadership and organizational skills while managing classroom activities.
• Utilize excellent communication abilities to simplify complex concepts and promote student growth.

Thoroughly document student levels and progress.

Charles S. Rushe Middle School, Land O Lakes, FL; Language Arts Teacher 2015-2016

• Created highly effective English and reading curriculums to promote growth and development for middle school students; formed positive relationships with students, parents and administrators.

Athenian Academy, New Port Richey, FL; ESL Teacher/Specialist 2015

• Utilized strong leadership and communication skills to successfully assess students, develop individualized learning plans and monitor progress.

Pepin Academies, Riverview, FL; Reading/Language Arts Teacher 2013-2014

• Collaborated extensively with teachers and parents to promote student growth; compiled data on individual students.

Hillsborough County Public Schools, Tampa, FL; Substitute Teacher 2012-2013

• Managed classrooms for K-12 students as necessary; utilized leadership, organizational and communication skills to perform daily tasks.

The District School Board of Pasco County, Land O Lakes, FL; Bookkeeper 2009-2012

• Fulfilled key bookkeeping position; provided support to Title one Bookkeepers, determined grant allocation and maintained accurate financial records.
• Exemplified a strong attention to detail while reviewing/approving purchase orders, processing payroll and verifying checks.
• Maintained compliance to Title 1 grant provisions.

Metlife, Tampa, FL 2007-2008

Accountant

• Contributed in depth accounting knowledge to complete day to day tasks in a fast paced environment.
• Thoroughly analyzed financial data, reconciled balance sheets and ensured accuracy throughout all account information.
• Associated duties included reconciliation of cash disbursement and the general ledger.
• Maintained SOX compliance and adherence to all regulations/policies throughout all activities.
• Generated detailed monthly financial reports, prepared journal entries and contributed extensively to auditing operations.
• Developed and implemented highly effective training initiatives to increase performance of new associates.
• Heavily involved in company mergers, acquisitions and divestitures.

Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation, Tampa, FL 2000-2007

Accountant

• Performed various accounting functions in a deadline based environment; accrued expenses, created balance sheets, reconciliation of Federal Reserve accounts and database maintenance.
• Utilized strong accounting knowledge to make effective recommendations to increase efficiency.
• Generated detailed financial reports and relayed pertinent information to appropriate parties.
• Collaborated extensively with auditors to validate year end information.
• Thoroughly reviewed compensation, benefits and occupancy expenses.

Church Pension Group, New York, NY 1998-2000

Staff Accountant

• Gained valuable exposure to best accounting processes, with associated responsibilities including balance sheet review, P&L management, reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.
• Successfully posted/adjusted journal entries, monitored expenses, coordinated settlements and analyzed financial information.
• Managed company accounts, ensured accurate documentation of all interactions.

Master of Business Administration, University of Phoenix; 2009

Master of Education, Exceptional Student Education, Saint Leo University; 2016

Reading and ESOL Endorsed

Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Brooklyn College, City University of New York; 1998