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Michael Torres

Accountant

Profile

CPA with 6 years of experience in general ledger accounting, month-end close and audit preparation. Shortened month-end close from 10 to 5 days and managed reconciliations for $80M in annual revenue. Expert in NetSuite, Excel and GAAP compliance.

Experience

Senior Accountant

Desert Logistics Inc. · Phoenix, AZ
2021 – Present
  • Lead month-end close for 4 entities with $80M combined annual revenue
  • Reduced close cycle from 10 to 5 business days by automating reconciliations in NetSuite
  • Prepared audit schedules resulting in zero material findings for 3 consecutive years
  • Built Excel cash-flow forecasts used by the CFO for weekly planning

Staff Accountant

Grant & Cole CPAs · Phoenix, AZ
2018 – 2021
  • Managed bookkeeping and tax preparation for 40+ small-business clients
  • Identified $150K in missed deductions across client portfolio
  • Prepared financial statements in compliance with GAAP

Education

B.S. Accounting

Arizona State University · Tempe, AZ
2014 – 2018

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Profile

CPA with 6 years of experience in general ledger accounting, month-end close and audit preparation. Shortened month-end close from 10 to 5 days and managed reconciliations for $80M in annual revenue. Expert in NetSuite, Excel and GAAP compliance.

Top skills for this role

GAAPMonth-end closeReconciliationsNetSuiteQuickBooksAdvanced ExcelAudit preparationFinancial reportingAccounts payableTax preparation

Writing tips for this role

  • Mention the scale of what you manage (revenue, entities, accounts).
  • Show time saved in close or reporting.
  • Put CPA or CMA credentials next to your name.

Experience: Senior Accountant

  • Lead month-end close for 4 entities with $80M combined annual revenue
  • Reduced close cycle from 10 to 5 business days by automating reconciliations in NetSuite
  • Prepared audit schedules resulting in zero material findings for 3 consecutive years
  • Built Excel cash-flow forecasts used by the CFO for weekly planning