Paul Noriega

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ABOUT PAUL NORIEGA

I am a Benefits Accounting Manager with a Master\'s in Business Administration in Corporate Finance and over 20 years of experience administering overall accounting and benefits operations. Throughout my career, I have successfully managed a $300M medical benefit plan for 30K employees, resulting in significant cost savings of $70M through implementing the Unlimited Paid Time Off policy. I am known for my expertise in facilitating international employee benefits and coordinating financial audits while effectively managing an overall benefits budget of $600M+.My strengths lie in collaborating with cross-functional teams, reconciling financial statements, and identifying risks associated with accounting. I excel in financial analysis, project management, budgeting, forecasting, and optimizing operations to drive efficiency. Additionally, I have a proven track record of successful stakeholder management and ensuring regulatory compliance.As a Benefits Accounting Manager at Jacobs Engineering Group, I oversee various accounts, including California Voluntary Disability Insurance Trust and San Francisco City Option accounts. I utilize ERP systems, such as Oracle HR and Oracle R12 Finance, and manage medical benefits, 401k match, PTO/sick/holiday budgets, and overhead functional expenses. I monitor financial operations, identify risks and opportunities, and forecast fringe plans.During the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic, I provided leadership, direction, and operational assistance to sustain business operations. I also collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to develop a structure for a Captive Insurance Plan, ensuring compliance with federal law and regulations.In my previous roles as a Controller at Compass Group - Campus Dining Services and a Senior Revenue Accountant at FedEx Supply Chain and Expedia Inc, I gained extensive experience in financial reporting, auditing, revenue analysis, and operational troubleshooting. I have a strong technical proficiency in Oracle HR, SAP Business Objects Reporting Tool, Microsoft Office, Oracle Cloud, SAP, and Hyperion.I am driven by a passion for delivering excellence in benefits accounting management and creating efficient financial processes. With a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and strategic decision-making, I consistently achieve positive results. I am now seeking new opportunities to leverage my expertise and contribute to the success of an organization.Feel free to contact me at P••••••••@Live.Com or (81••••••36