FLORENTINO A.

LOPEZ
869 Dulce Tierra Drive Mobile: (915) 256-0836
El Paso, Texas 79912 fla7ab54@westpost.net Residence: (915) 845-2926

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Detail-oriented, solutions-focused accounting professional with expanded years o
f experience in diverse, multi-functional operational environments applying gene
rally accepted accounting principles; areas of expertise include general account
ing, cost accounting, planning and compliance, and analysis of complex and diver
se financial reporting. A respected professional that responds to operational an
d financial challenges with confidence, determination, and focus; driven by chal
lenge and the opportunity for development, growth, and expansion opportunities.
A change agent acknowledged for balanced judgment and stability, with the capaci
ty to manage within a broad spectrum with the strategic vision to conceive and e
xecute concepts and expertly manage the execution of diverse projects.
FINANCIAL AND ACCOUNTING COMPETENCIES
ERP Accounting / MFG Systems Financial Management / Reporting Strategic Plan
ning
Human Resource Management Cost Standard Maintenance Budget Management
Accounting Controls/ Trend Analysis Cost Volume Profit Analysis Mergers and
Acquisitions
Variance Analysis / Controlling SOX Compliance Government Contract
s
SEC Reporting Internal Auditing Policy & Procedures
Proficient in Microsoft Office, customized software, and advanced accounting sof
tware implementation
(SAP, MFGPro, JD Edwards, AS400 (IBM), BPCS, BANN and Bar Coding Applications)
RECORD OF ACHIEVEMENTS
Generated $600K in cost savings annually with reduced cost of scrap associated w
ith new model change over "pilot line" concept recommended and implemented in op
erations (Thomson RCA).
Successful search and selection of merger partner for market expansion, manufact
uring operations consolidation, and efficient supply products sourcing (TMC and
Dial Corp.)
Completed and participated in major system implementations to include MFG Pro (E
pson), BPCS (Eaton), and SAP (at Thomson RCA). This achievement yielded improved
controls and reporting.
Provided justification, planning, and execution of operations transfers to Mexic
o from U.S and China for a major product to extend life of selected models and a
llow for improved competitive position in the market place (First Alert).
Identified and corrected for significant inventory losses approximating $400K an
nually with the implementation of sound inventory reconciliation and control pro
cedures with materials management and operations. The results was sound inventor
y cycle counting and inventory control (at Thomson RCA).
Designed and implemented Balanced Scorecard performance reporting for level of m
etric reporting sensitive to management decision making as provided by managed p
roduction and accounting data (Accellent, Inc. and First Alert).
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
First Alert Inc., El Paso, Texas and Juarez, Mexico
2006 - 2008
Operations Controller
Managed and coordinated all general and cost accounting functions for manufactur
er of emergency response products; managed balance sheet reconciliation's, produ
ct costing, standards controls, cost variance analysis, major projects financial
analysis, and balanced scorecard reporting weekly and monthly to local and divi
sion management.
Accellent Endoscopy , El Paso, Texas and Juarez, Mexico
2005 - 2006
Controller
Oversaw and coordinated all general and cost accounting functions for manufactur
er of medical industry products; operations reporting, budget control, product c
osting, cost standard controls, cost variance analysis, overhead application rat
es, managed balance sheet account reconciliation's, and information technology c
ontrols and improvements.
Epson El Paso, El Paso, Texas and Juarez, Mexico
2003 - 2005
Operations Director of Professional and Corporate Services Division
Provided senior level leadership, technical expertise, and oversight of key area
s to improve the operation; developed, presented, and recommended effective and
viable solutions and courses of action regarding operational issues in Human Res
ources, Information Technology, Legal, and Accounting. Implemented cost transfer
process and managed inventory valuation.
Thompson Multimedia Inc. (RCA), El Paso, Texas and Juarez, Mexico
1997 - 2003
Plant Controller
Oversaw and coordinated all general and cost accounting functions for high volum
e manufacturer of electronics industry products with 6,000 employees; financial
reporting, operations metrics reporting, budget control, cost savings improvemen
ts, facilities security, and inventory management. Set up cost control systems,
review and update cost standards, and analyzed operating results for material va
riances, efficiency variances and spending performance.
Eaton Corporation, Brownsville, Texas and Matamoros, Mexico
1994 - 1997
Plant Controller
Controlling responsibility included implementation of BPCS software modules and
major products consolidation. Major cost accounting for process cost systems to
include standard costs, overhead application, variance analysis, and inventory v
aluation. Responsibility included financial reporting and capital expenditure ju
stification.
Transportation Manufacturing Corporation (Dial Corp.), Roswell, New Mexico
1990 - 1994
Vice President / Controller
Division level responsibility provided strategic planning, and accounting manage
ment for three subsidiaries. Supervised each location controller, foreign and d
omestic, reporting to this position. Financial statement preparation, operations
reporting, variance anlaysis, cash flow control, cost standards, budget, foreca
sting, fixed asset accounting, capital expenditures, payroll, fringe benefits, c
ost and general accounting. Key member of joint venture and merger evaluation te
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EDUCATION
Masters in Business Administration - Global Management
University of Phoenix, Santa Teresa, New Mexico
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Arizona State University, Tempe, Arizona