Melissa El Awil
Controller @Government Contractor
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WORK HISTORY
Controller @Government Contractor
Managed a team of 5 direct reports while holding ultimate responsibility for the performance and compliance of 4 accounting centers (totaling 17 staff). • Completed the seamless migration of payroll data from Paycom to Paylocity for 500+ employees, ensuring the accuracy of data transferred between systems was correct and compliant with zero disruptions to pay cycles. • Ensure 100% SCA prevailing wage compliance across four contracts to include over 450 employees.• Manage daily cash flow and a four-month forecast, improving financial visibility and decision-making.• Spearheaded updates to the credit card entry process across four contracts, saving over 20 hours of manpower weekly and improving efficiency. • Monitored California meal break compliance for over 100 employees, to reduce late-break occurrences.• Gathered and supplied all data for the annual financial statement, 401k, and health plan audits, ensuring timely submission and supporting the achievement of unqualified (clean) audit opinions.• Ensured adequate cash flow during the government shutdown.
EDUCATION
Strayer University
Bachelor's Degree, Accounting
Strayer University
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Strayer University
Associate's degree, Accounting
ABOUT MELISSA EL AWIL
Highly analytical and results-driven Controller with twenty-four years of experience in government contract accounting. Hands-on leader who believes in creating a team environment through training and mentoring. Extensive management experience in operational analysis, financial reporting, month end close, external audit management and process improvement. Specializing in the following: • Financial Statement Analysis• External Audit Management• Revenue Recognition and Accrual• Cash Flow Management and Forecasting• Developing Policies and Procedures• P&L Management• GAAP, CAS and FAR • Team Leading and Development• System Implementation• Unbilled/Billed Reporting • Process Improvement• Unanet
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