1. ROBERT A. LEVINE
25502 Durant Place, Stevenson Ranch, CA 91381
661-287-9899 (main and fax) 661-993-2512 (cell)
bobbycat1439@yahoo.com
WORK EXPERIENCE
EMCOR Government Services, Inc., Jet Propulsion Laboratories, Pasadena, CA
Accountant / Business Office Manager Apr 2012 - Present
Coordinates and oversees the technical and office administrative duties in support of the Program
Manager and Project staff, including the provision of varied and complex office duties. Has direct
oversight and management responsibilities for office support staff, and performs other duties as
assigned.
Software Mainly Used: JD Edwards Enterprise One, Maximo, MS Office (Excel, Word, Access)
Audits account financials and administer financial aspects of the project and assists in
formulating and administering policies and procedures for the management of the project.
Answers correspondence and prepares financial information as assigned. This may include
the preparation of financial reports for analysis by management.
Organizes and reviews rejected invoices with site and contacts vendors for corrective actions.
Has oversight responsibilities’ for payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable activities
normally performed by clerical accounting personnel. Reviews payroll records submitted by
project to check and verify time card entries for hours worked, leave, overtime, and job coding;
tracks vacation and leave usage.
Keeps official account records and executes administrative policies determined by or in
conjunction with the Program Manager and Corporate guidance: Prepares memorandums
outlining and explaining administrative procedures and policies to account staff. Directs
preparation of records, such as notices, minutes, and resolutions for meetings. Acts as
custodian of account documents and records. Directs preparation and filing of account
documents with customer and local government agencies to conform to statutes and business
requirements.
Responsible for maintenance Local Operating Procedures.
Responsible for creation and maintenance of site budget.
Management of Business Office and it’s personnel including annual reviews, etc.
Responsible for the maintenance of accurate records and accountability of all client owned
property assigned to the company for performance in executing the contract.
Responsible for oversight of Site Specific Human Resources programs and records as well as
the focal point for interfacing with corporate office HR.
Responsible for site subcontract administration and interfacing with corporate office Contracts
department. Generates/creates site specific Purchase Order based on approved requests
received from Operations.
Creation and maintenance of general correspondence, memos, charts, tables, graphs,
business plans, etc. Requires attention to detail in composing, typing and proofing materials.
Coordinates and schedules travel plans, conferences and meetings.
Performs information collection, analysis, evaluation, and report writing activities. Performs
related and other work as required to include, but not be limited to: Preparing operational
reports based on site feedback and various reporting tools; Generating work order analysis
reports through reporting tools such as Crystal Reports or other software and compiling for
review by Site Managers.
Prepares monthly financial reports for our customer.
Assures subcontractor vetting documents are valid and maintained per company policies.
H2scan Corporation, Valencia, CA Dec 2010 – Jan 2012
Controller (Accounting / Human Relations Manager)
Manufacturing, Research and Development, and Distribution of hydrogen detection devices
Software Mainly Used: QuickBooks Pro, Excel, ERPlite, Word, ADP Total Source
Complete management of company’s Accounting Payroll, and Human Relations departments
2. Maintenance of general ledger, internal controls, and reporting functions
Supporting annual budget preparation, qualitative analysis, quantitative analysis, gross profit
analysis and respective quarterly forecasts and variance reporting
Preparation of advanced Excel Spreadsheets as needed
Manage and prepare customer invoicing, accounts receivable, customer credit and
collections, cash receipts and bank deposits, accounts payable and preparation of vouchers,
cash disbursements and company checks, maintenance company cash flow and liquidity.
Assist with operations management
Maintain fixed asset records, including monthly depreciation.
Maintain awarded and pending patents, trademarks, including monthly amortization
Manage bank accounts balances, transfers, wire transfers (in and out), ACH transactions, etc.
Month-end and year-end close procedures including bank reconciliations, journal entries,
general ledger reconciliations, variance analysis and financial and managerial reporting and
financial statements
Routinely correspond with vendors and customers.
Ensure efficient preparation of monthly and annual financials and annual review
Ensure completeness of records and reports to ensure successful audits by government
agencies and external CPA firms
Prepares and reviews sales tax and property tax returns. Reviews income tax, payroll tax
returns.
Manages accounting functions using QuickBooks Pro and ERP Lite
Manages payroll, human relations and benefits functions mainly using ADP Total Source.
Prepared and Managed Complete Company Payroll, Bi-weekly, using ADP Total Source
Manages employee profit sharing plan
Knowledge of federal and California labor and employment laws
Experience with employee relations, diversity, labor law, compensation, talent acquisition,
benefits, Workers Compensation, COBRA, and performance management
Proven ability to work and be successful in a fast paced environment
Able to work effectively with all levels of management and in a team environment
Ability to manage sensitive issues in a confidential manner
MCTSP, Certified Public Accountants, Beverly Hills, CA Mar 2010 - Aug 2010
Account Manager / Bookkeeper (Temporary)
Business Management / Accounting / Bookkeeping for various high-profile entertainment industry clients
Accounts Payable / Cash Disbursements / Credit Card Reconciliation
Cash Receipts / Bank Deposits
Bank Reconciliation / Journal Entries
Client Vendor Issue Resolution, Mail Screening, File Maintenance and miscellaneous duties
Proficient using Datafaction Accounting Software
Tule River Tribal Council,Porterville, CA Jun 2009 - Nov 2009
Chief Financial Officer (Temporary)
Temporary Management of a Native American Tribe’s Fiscal Department managing 10 employees
Advanced deployment and operation of Sage MIP Fund Accounting
JKL Components Corporation, Pacoima, CA Oct 1990 - Jun 2009
Chief Financial Officer / Accounting Manager / Human Resources Manager / Payroll Manager / Computer-
MIS Manager
Light Manufacturing and Wholesale Distribution (domestic, import and export) of miniature lighting products
Software Mainly Used: Epicore Prophet 21, Crystal Reports, Excel, Word, Best Abra Payroll and HR Suite
Key Accounting and Management responsibilities at JKL Components included:
Maintenance of general ledger, internal controls, and reporting functions
Supporting annual budget preparation, qualitative analysis, quantitative analysis, gross profit
analysis and respective quarterly forecasts and variance reporting
Complete Advanced Management and Maintenance, Support, External Reporting, Training and
Operation of Company’s Accounting and ERP system: Epicor (Activant) Wholesale
Distribution Prophet 21ERP/Distribution/Accounting Software, Excel, Crystal Reports and SQL
3. Query Analyzer.
Preparation of advanced Excel Spreadsheets as needed
Preparation of advanced Crystal Reports as needed
Managed and prepared customer invoicing and maintained accounts receivable.
Managed all customer credit and collections
Managed and prepared cash receipts and bank deposits
Managed accounts payable and preparation of vouchers, cash disbursements and company
checks (paid all company bills).
Maintained company liquidity.
Assist with operations management, including contracts with vendors and customers
Maintained fixed asset records, including monthly depreciation.
Managed bank accounts balances, transfers, wire transfers (in and out), ACH transactions, etc.
Did month-end and year-end close procedures including bank reconciliations, journal entries,
general ledger reconciliations, variance analysis and financial and managerial reporting and
financial statements
Routinely corresponded with domestic and international vendors and customers.
Ensure efficient preparation of monthly and annual financials and annual compilation
Ensure completeness of records and reports to Ensure successful audits by government
agencies and external CPA firms
Prepare and Review income tax, payroll tax and sales tax returns.
Work on company’s owners’ and other managers’ computer projects as needed
Key Human Resources and Payroll Management functions at JKL Components included:
Complete Management and Operation of all company Human Relations functions.
Complete Management and Operation of all company Payroll functions.
Prepared and Managed Complete Company Payroll, Bi-weekly, using Sage Abra HR / Payroll
Prepared Bonus and various Manual Checks as needed
Prepared and Reviewed quarterly and annual payroll tax returns.
Prepared and Reviewed and distributed W-2’s and 1099’s
Maintenance of Employee Files
Complete Administration of all Employee Benefits
Authored and Maintained Employee Handbook, Safety Manual, and Injury and Illness
Prevention Plan
Managed employee profit sharing plan
Knowledge of federal and California labor and employment laws
Experience with employee relations, diversity, labor law, compensation, talent acquisition,
benefits, Workers Compensation, COBRA, and performance management
Proven ability to work and be successful in a fast paced Human Resources environment
Able to work effectively with all levels of management and in a team environment
Ability to manage sensitive issues in a confidential manner
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and internet recruiting/applicant
tracking tools
Experience working with various HRIS systems
Efficient use of internet and traditional and non traditional recruitment methodology and
Recruiting and staffing logistics
Performance management and improvement systems
Employment and compliance to regulatory concerns and internal reporting
New hire employee orientation
Policy development and documentation
Employee relations and investigations
Employee safety, welfare, wellness and health
Exit interviews
Pro-actively evaluated HR metrics and make recommendations to improve organizational
effectiveness
Recommended tools, processes, and programs that support the business needs of business
owners.
4. Key Computer Network Management and Systems Engineering functions at
JKL Components:
Complete Maintenance, Operation, Configuration and Installation of all computer networks,
servers, and Workstations
Complete Maintenance, Operation, Configuration and Installation of MS SQL Server Database
System
Computer system engineering management experience: MS Windows Server and MS SQL
Server MS Windows 7/XP/Vista and Macintosh OS, Novell Networks, LINUX, UNIX, and
XENIX
Advanced deployment, operation, training and maintenance of the following software programs:
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, and PowerPoint)
Activant Wholesale Distribution (Prophet 21) ERP/Distribution/Accounting Software
Sage Abra HR / Payroll
SAP Business Objects (Crystal Reports)
QuickBooks and Quicken
Various other software including (but not limited to): WordPerfect, R&R Relational Report
Writer, MAS 90 Accounting System, Unicode Accounting System, HTML Markup, Lotus 123,
Advanced computer hardware Installation, repair, operation and maintenance
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Economics (Plus many classes in Accounting Theoryand Practice),
California State University, Northridge
Associate of Arts, Accounting, Los Angeles Pierce College, Woodland Hills, CA
Microsoft Certified Systems EngineerTraining
COMMUNITYLEADERSHIPEXPERIENCE
Elected Los Angeles County Central Committee 38th
Assembly District - 2012-16
Elected Calif. State Central Committee 38th
Assembly District - 2009-16
Appointed Finance Committee Calif. State Central Committee - 2009-12
Elected Member Tulare County Central Committee 2009
Elected Chairman Hart High School District Bond Measure Oversight Committee 2010-11
Elected Prophet 21 Worldwide Users Group Vice-President 2007-08, Treasurer, 2004
Member Renaissance Executive Forums – Leadership Training – 3 years