Patrick G. Zeller, C.p.a.

Highly accomplished Financial Controller with extensive experience in financial management across diverse industries. Able to deliver strong and sustainable financial gains through cost reduction, cash flow improvement, and asset management. Outstanding analytical, problem solving, leadership, technology, and communication skills.

Expertise in introducing and implementing accounting systems, practices, and processes. Bottom-line-oriented with a consistent record of exceeding standards and expectations in making a favorable impact on financial performance. Proven track record for delivering strong financial results.

CONTROLLER-REMOTE - CHANNEL 9 AUSTRALIA, INC. - Los Angeles, CA

(2018-01)

CONTROLLER - CHANNEL 9 AUSTRALIA, INC. - Los Angeles, CA

(2004-01 - 2018-12)

Oversee and direct the day-to-day financial operations for an international television company. Compile / review financial statements and perform financial analysis to ensure compliance with GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley. Administered complete HR functions, insurance, and benefits, including the company's 401(k) plan.

Formulated year-end reports for a foreign holding company, which required knowledge and calculation of foreign tax and exchange loss. Developed forecasts, projections, and budgets based on current trends. Performed monthly variance analysis.

• Exercised keen negotiation skills to reduce potential insurance increases by 33%
• Implemented new UK financial procedures to properly reflect all UK financial transactions
• Implemented new procedures significantly increasing overall administration and finance efficiency

CFO/CONTROLLER - CONSCIOUS ENLIGHTENMENT, LLC - Los Angeles, CA

(2006-01 - 2008-12)

Direct the overall financial management, strategic planning, and forecasting for a multi-media production company, encompassing four offices. Serve as the firm's expert in all aspects of financial operations and cash management. Introduced standard procedures for purchases, credit sales, and employment hiring / review / termination.

Compiled / reviewed consolidated financial statements and performed financial analysis to ensure compliance with GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley. Oversaw the company's HR functions, including administration of benefits and insurance. Devised forecasts, projects, and budgets based on current trends.

Developed and oversaw budget production of video distribution and the overall process that included job costing, WIP, distribution, and royalty reports, as well as timely reporting labor, unit, and projected cost analysis reporting.

• Negotiated contracts that effectively reduced insurance and payroll costs by 30%
• Negotiated and Drafted contacts with employee and vendors
• Developed job costing and inventory systems for production and distribution of several product lines
• Established and Enforced appropriate accounting procedures, practices, and systems

ASSISTANT CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER - BORG PRODUCE - Los Angeles, CA

(2003-01 - 2004-12)

Collaborated with CFO in managing the accounting practices for a produce distribution company. Drafted and reviewed contracts with farming entities providing produce. Composed corporate documents such as operating / partnership agreements, corporate minutes, and organizational by-laws.

Negotiated with vendors to obtain the best rates on equipment and insurance policies. Supervised a staff of 10. Analyzed financial trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses.

Completed month-end financials. Mediated employee conflicts. Utilized proprietary software to create financials for a subsidiary in Fresno.

• Introduced a GPS tracking system for drivers, creating more efficiency in product delivery
• Negotiated Loan Contracts reducing risk by 50% with vendors

STAFF ACCOUNTANT - JOHN HOWARD & ASSOCIATES - Albuquerque, NM

(1998-01 - 1999-12)

Prepared broad range of tax returns for diverse clients of a CPA firm, with emphasis on trusts and estates. Communicated with staff responsible for quickly and efficiently reviewing returns to finalize documents. Drafted reports for assessment of closely-held corporations for valuations of trust returns. Completed work papers for all financial reports and tax returns based on information provided by clients. Researched tax ramifications of various transactions.

• Garnered in-depth knowledge of all applicable tax laws and GAAP practices
• Established strong working relationships with clients, gaining a high level of trust and confidence

STAFF ACCOUNTANT - DEBORAH DOUGLAS, CPA - Houston, TX

(1990-01 - 1998-12)

Analyzed financial information and prepared reports to determine or maintain records of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, and other financial activities of various manufacturing, real estate, and professional organizations. Supervised two employees responsible for compilations for monthly / quarterly financial reports. Prepared and reviewed individual, partnership, corporate, franchise, sales, payroll, and estate returns.

Developed depreciation schedules. Participated in auditing a manufacturing client. Administered HR functions, including insurance and benefits administration. Negotiated insurance plans and equipment leases.

• Employed strong business development skills in bringing in new clients
• Created timely reports for proper cross footing of all types of financial and tax reporting

SEASONAL TAX ACCOUNTANT - XYZT MEDIA, LLC - Marina del Rey, CA

(2005-01)

J D - Southwestern University (2002-12)

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting - University of Houston (1998-12)