Ronel Chevalier

About Ronel Chevalier

I am a Finance and Accounting professional with a wide range of experience.My strengths include proven ability in several operational accounting functions. These encompass working with Fixed assets, accruals, expense tracking, lease accounting, variances analysis, revenue recognition, contract analysis, asset management, P&L management, month-end closing, financial reporting, year-end closing as well as regulatory and compliance requirements. I have a vast financial accounting experience across industries such as Technology(SaaS), Banking, Manufacturing, Hospitality, Higher Ed and Investing. Customer/Vendor relationship is a major component of my career backbone. I am equipped with extensive knowledge of GAAP accounting and SOX requirements through the development and implementation of internal accounting controls.I currently oversee revenue, reconcile ledger & bank accounts as well as detailed financial statements on a daily basis which features higher and more efficient results. Skilled at researching and identifying errors resulting in reduced operational risk and substantial cost savings.Experienced at multitasking utilizing keen attention to detail within a deadline-driven environment. Excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and accounting software such as Great Plains, Open Air, Sage Intacct, SAP, Workday and QuickBooks.I have strong academic acumen with two masters degree in Finance and Accounting which empower me with analytical, financial analysis & management skills, embedded with hands-on experiences in auditing and taxation.Level II CFA Candidate and on Track to the CPA exam.

Experience

1. Senior Revenue Accountant Analyst

   Blujay Solutions

   Mar 2019 — Present · Atlanta, GA, US

   Analyse legally executed agreements to understand and recommend the revenue recognition process and comply with the execution of the contracts based on the contractual rights and obligations. Execute and oversee monthly global revenue close, ensuring accurate results are delivered on time for reporting in accordance to US GAAP• Work cross functionally with accounting/Finance, Legal, Sales operations, FP & A, A/R, A/P, Tax etc. to develop scalable processes and drive steady revenue improvements. • Review current revenue recognition processes (ASC 606/IFRS 15), and invoicing procedures to improve efficiency & timeliness of the close and reporting process and calculate Bad Debt Allowances using AR• Provide detailed and analytical explanations of variances in actual financial data both month over month variances and variances between actual results and forecasts• Prepare month-end adjusting journal entries, reconciliations and supporting schedules related to Revenue Segments• Partner with FP & A to prepare revenue forecast and assist in the budgeting process as needed to project future growth • Support external auditors in the annual audits, implement audit recommendations and enhance internal operational procedures and financial control as part of our SOX compliance efforts • Perform reconciliations of B/S&I/S accounts and present account reconciliation summary to management on regular basis• Apply tax laws and regulations of Domestic and International jurisdictions such as VAT, GST using sales tax software applications such as Avalara.

Education

• The Wharton School

  Business Analytics from Data to Insights

  2019 — 2020

• Universidad Tecnológica de Santiago UTESA

  Bachelor’s Degree, Electronic Engineering with minor in Business Administration

  2005 — 2009

• Suffolk University - Sawyer Business School

  Master's degree, Finance and Financial Management Services

  2015 — 2016

• Suffolk University - Sawyer Business School

  Master’s Degree, Master in Science of Accounting

  2015 — 2017