Management Accounting

ELIZABETH MARTINEZ

***** *.*. **** *******

Miami, FL 33183

Cell: 305-***-**** 305-***-****

Email: acp9cp@r.postjobfree.com

Seeking an executive financial position with a company that will benefit from my solid financial, management and leadership experience; a company that will offer the ability to grow and to become a successful key management executive; a company that is searching for the ideal leader with the ability to influence and implement change, through both personal character and professional competence.

CHARACTER & OBJECTIVE

A bilingual (Spanish/English) accounting executive possessing over 20 years of financial and management experience. Fluent in both languages.

Former “Big 8” international public accounting firm experience with Deloitte, Haskins & Sells 1986-1988. Versatile experience in industries such as: Governmental, Non-Profit, Health Care, Manufacturing, Construction, Venture Funds, Public and Private Corporations.

Extensive experience with contract and grant negotiations; with Federal, State and Local Government agencies; Dept. of Defense, Small Business Association, Dept. of Children & Families, Dept. of Corrections, F.B.O.P. & SFPC, F.I.U., Homeless Trust, Health Foundation, HCN, Managed Care Organizations MCO’s, HMO’s, Medicaid, Medicare, and Private insurances.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to work with all levels of management. Energetic and capable of operating in fast-paced, results oriented environment; Commitment to excellence; highly organized and extremely detailed.

Proven leadership and business acumen skills; team-builder attentive to developing future talent and leadership. Creative and strategic thinker with strong organizational, negotiating and management skills.

EDUCATION & TECHNICAL SKILLS

Pepperdine University: Malibu, California

B.S. In Business Administration (Major:Accounting Minor:Finance) 1986

Proficient in many computer applications; SHMS, CMS, Knight Integrated Software (KIS), Deltek, Quickbooks, Lacerte, Mas90, BNA, ProSystems, Caseware, Lotus123, Compu-tax, Ultra-tax, Peachtree, Oracle, Timberline, Great Plains and other audit and tax compliance software applications including MS Excel, MS Word, MS Outlook, and Power Point.

Currently working on CPA Certification.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Univita Health, Inc. July 2014-Present

Director of Finance – Miramar, Florida

Engaged to organize, staff, train and supervise the accounting, finance, treasury, payroll and TPA claims department of 3in1 Home Health Agency provider. Lead the efforts to transition various departments’ responsibilities from prior corporate offices located in Minnesota to new corporate offices in Miramar, Fl. Successfully transitioned the Treasury, Payroll, Accounting and Administrative departments setting policies and procedures, training, recruitment, hiring and implementation of systems. Ensure that the systems, controls and infrastructure are properly implemented. Supervise the Managers of the Payroll, Treasury, Accounts Payable, TPA Claims, and Accounting departments. Drive initiatives to implement processes for correct TPA claims payment recordation as well as HMO Capitated and Fee For Service Revenues. Responsible for risk management, insurance negotiation, consolidation, and overseeing chart of accounts management, inter-company reconciliations and daily cash management. In charge of all internal and external financial reporting, Oversee the FPA department in the Budget preparation process. Key member of the Executive Management Team.

• Establish and implement appropriate internal controls, policies and procedures to support financial and business operations consistent with the company’s reporting requirements while verifying the integrity of all systems, data and processes.

• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements on a GAAP basis.

• Supervise the TPA Claims department insuring that proper systems are in place to pay providers correctly and timely.

• Direct and coordinate the recording of Capitation and FFS revenues from various health plans.

• Review IBNR and Medical Costs for the 3 different product lines (Nursing, Durable Medical Equipment and Pharmacy).

• Supervise the preparation of audit schedules needed in conjunction with the annual external and regulatory agency audits.

• Managed, trained and mentored payroll, claims, treasury, and accounting staff to further develop skills and knowledge in the areas of A/P, procurement, payroll, banking, claims, risk management for related entities.

• Work in unison with Provider Networks, Credentialing, Account Management and Executive Management to achieve a more effective operations process regarding contracts, compliance, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, etc.

• Negotiate annual renewal of insurance policies including, general liability, workers compensation, medical, dental and auto insurance.

HealthSun Health Plans, Inc./Wellmax Medical Centers Nov.2010- July 2014

Corporate Controller – Miami, Florida

Engaged to organize, staff, train and supervise the finance department of an HMO, Medical Centers and Pharmacy. Lead the efforts to ensure that the systems, controls and infrastructure are in place to support high growth and multiple entities. Manage the monthly, quarterly and annual closing process for the HMO plan as well as the related entities and medical centers. Drive initiatives to implement processes for correct recordation of CMS premiums received as well as the allocation to various MSO’s. Ensure timely and proper provider payments, specialist capitation payments, benefit agent commission payments. Responsible for overseeing the monthly accounts payable, including massive provider check runs, payroll, risk management, insurance negotiation, consolidation, chart of accounts management, inter-company reconciliations and daily cash management. In charge of all internal and external financial reporting, including NAIC and Reinsurance. Key member of the integration process related to new MSOs and new Providers. Provide technical accounting guidance and oversight as part of the management team.

• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements on a statutory and GAAP basis.

• Direct and coordinate the monthly premium recording from CMS as well as the allocation to MSO’s for capitation and administrative fee.

• Oversee the bi-weekly check run process to pay providers/hospitals for claims. Review claims transactions, electronic billings, 1500’s EDI claims, etc.

• Report IBNR, MEF, marketing, and capitations for MSO’s.

• Preparer of audit schedules needed in conjunction with the annual external and regulatory agency audits.

• Managed, trained and mentored the accounting staff to further develop skills and knowledge in the areas of A/P, procurement, payroll, balance sheet and profit and loss for various medical centers, pharmacy and related entities as well as the HMO plan.

• Preparation of external reinsurance reports and claims process.

• Coordinate, plan and report on the agencies provider operations process regarding contracts, compliance, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, etc.

• Negotiate annual renewal of insurance policies including, general liability, workers compensation, medical, dental, auto insurance and reinsurance.

• Responsible for the monthly closing process of the plan, pharmacy, medical centers and other related entities.

• Manage relationships with Senior and Executive Management, Financial Institutions, External Auditors, MSO executives and Providers.

• Assist department heads to prepare, develop and implement cost center budgets. Provide cost saving and cost containment reviews.

• Establish and implement appropriate internal controls, policies and procedures to support financial and business operations consistent with the company’s growth and reporting requirements while verifying the integrity of all systems, data and processes.

• Served as a Human Resources Manager implementing hiring, counseling, payroll and termination policies and procedures according to DOL and company guidelines.

GOLDSTEIN, SCHECTER KOCH, CPAS. Jan. 2010 – Nov. 2010

Independent Contractor (Temporary Audit & Tax) – Miami, Florida

• Worked for a very reputable public accounting firm, as an independent contractor on a per diem basis; providing tax, audit and accounting services for different types of clients.

MIAMI BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & SPECTRUM PROGRAMS Sept.2006- Sept 2009

Vice President of Finance – Miami, Florida

Responsible for the agency’s financial planning and administration including the management of accounting systems; development of financial policy and implementation; negotiation of governmental grants and contracts; implementation of electronic billing to federal, state, Medicaid, Medicare, HMO’s, and private insurances; contract compliance; forecasts, budgets and strategic planning: for non-profit Mental Health and Substance Abuse agencies, with a combined budget of $35million, who provide in/out patient behavioral health services to persons in need of psychiatric, therapeutic and physical health.

• Manage relationships with Senior and Executive Management, Financial Institutions, External Auditors, Contract Managers, and Board of Directors.

• Responsible for creating an environment and culture attaining established and departmental financial goals.

• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures and mission.

• Exert leadership by clear communication, training, and motivation of staff to consistently improve performance.

• Coordinate, plan and report on the Financial Activities of the agencies regarding contracts, compliance, internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, banking, tax and audit.

• Establish appropriate internal controls, policies and procedures to support financial and business operations consistent with the company’s growth and reporting requirements.

• Oversee the insurance function to assure company’s assets are safeguarded from all possible exposure.

• Due diligence of organizations with possible growth and expansion.

• Direct and coordinate the preparation of annual functional expense reports.

• Review and monitor the third party billing department activities related to the charges, billing, transmissions, accounts receivable, cash receipts, collections, denials and appeals of Medicaid, Medicare, Managed Care, HMO’s, Commercial and Private Insurances.

PRS INTERNATIONAL, Inc. Nov 2005 – June 2006

Temporary Project Controller – Miami, Florida

• Held a temporary consulting position in an investment advisory company as their Project Controller. Assisted in closing the 2005 year end. Prepared the financial statements for the company and its subsidiaries. Performed due diligence procedures for the company in order to assist in the sale of the company.

KIRA, INCORPORATED Nov 2003 – Aug 2005

Chief Financial Officer/V.P. of Finance – Miami, Florida

Headed the finance operations of a $30 million governmental Military Housing Maintenance company, including Accounting, IT, HR, Contracting, & Inventory. Reported directly to the President and CEO.

• Assured adherence to GAAS, GAAP, DCAA, external and internal audit requirements.

• Responsible for the management of governmental contracts awarded to the agency including; Negotiation of contracts, Overseeing the set up of contracts internally, Participated in developing the start up processes at the program sites, and Monitoring the financial performance of these contracts.

• Created financial strategies by forecasting capital, facilities, and staff requirements; identifying monetary resources; and developed action plans.

• Analyzed and evaluated monthly reports for over 12 programs located nationwide, to improve the Company’s operations and ultimate profitability.

• Coordinated with public accounting firm and government agencies reporting the financial performance for their specific internal and external audits.

• Responsible for overseeing all financial activities and relationships of the company; including treasury, tax, cash management and funding.

• Introduced and implemented the True Time collection system which electronically collected, transmitted, and reported employee labor hours; reducing human error, employee fraud and increased efficiency in reporting payroll.

• Dealt directly with proprietors, financial, government officials, and legal council.

• Managed and supervised the corporate headquarters’ staff which consisted of 8-10 employees in the accounting, human resources, benefits, payroll, contracting and technology departments.

• Participated in the Due Diligence, Merging and Acquisition of other Small Business LLC’s.

SPEAR, SAFER, HARMON & COMPANY, CPA’S Nov 1998 – Nov 2003

Supervising Senior Staff Auditor/Accountant – Miami, Florida

Worked 5 years as a Senior Staff Accountant in a reputable regional public accounting firm.

• Prepared and analyzed financial reports in accordance with GAAP, GAAS, AICPA, & SEC.

• Reviewed and prepared individual, partnership, corporate, payroll, sales, estates, trusts and foreign tax returns.

• Gained practical experience in diverse industries such as manufacturing, construction, wholesale/retail, real estate development, government, non for profit, pension, and venture capitals; coordinating, implementing and testing internal controls.

• Provided SEC reporting; 10Q, 10K, and Management Discussion and Analysis.

• Conducted research of US GAAP, international accounting principles and procedures, foreign exchange and filing requirements, cash flows and consolidations.

• Prepared compilations, reviews, audits of financial statements, tax preparation and tax planning for non-profit, governmental, for-profit and publicly traded companies.

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA Work Experience Dec 1986 – Nov 1998

SELF EMPLOYED BOOKEEPING/TAX CO.(Owner) Oct 1993 – Jan 1998

THE CONCRETE COMPANY (Corporate Controller) Feb 1991 – Oct 1993

DAVID KOVAL, CPA (Staff Accountant) Sept 1988 – Feb 1991

DELOITTE HASKINS AND SELLS (Staff Accountant) Dec 1986 – Sept 1988

References will be furnished upon request.

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