PATRICIA MCEACHERN

Maplewood NJ 07040
862-438-1729 * pm10453e@westpost.net

MAJOR ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Learned three accounting software systems simultaneously. Successfully converted
entire Legacy general ledger accounts to Oracle-Hyperion general ledger account
system within nine months. Ensured all staff members were properly trained for
applicable use of the new accounting/timekeeping systems and all manual procedur
es / processes were re-tooled and streamlined in accordance within three months.
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Corporate Accounting Manager
2006 to 2008
Tetra Tech EC, Inc., Morris Plains, NJ
Managed the financial reporting, general ledger, payroll, tax reporting and time
keeping areas for multiple companies. Responsible for coordination and monitorin
g of monthly financial close. Prepared the company's trial balance, balance shee
t, profit and loss statements and other significant spreadsheets - revenue over
$500M. Provided flux analysis on a quarterly basis to corporate headquarters. Mo
nitored general ledger, monthly accrual and prepaid expenses. Maintained interna
l financial records for Sarbanes -Oxley compliance. Provided guidance to the sub
sidiaries in accounting treatment decisions. Worked closely with AP, AR and proj
ect accounting during account reconciliation process. Reviewed and analyzed bala
nce sheet account reconciliation to include inter-company accounts and P/L accou
nt variance analysis. Handled audit requests. Maintained and updated Sarbanes-Ox
ley narratives. Participated in annual budgeting and forecasting; prepared and a
nalyzed actual vs. forecast for expenses and gross margin analyses for the contr
oller. Provided coaching, mentoring and continuous feedback to staff members as
part of the company's performance appraisal process and personal development pro
gress. Provided proactive interactions with management team. Converted entire Le
gacy general ledger accounts
to Oracle-Hyperion general ledger account system. Ensured all staff members were
properly trained for applicable use of the new accounting/timekeeping systems a
nd all manual procedures / processes were re-tooled and streamlined in accordanc
e. Served as administrator for the international subsidiary's software system.

Accounting Manager
2003 to 2005
Westfield Corporation, Paramus, NJ
Supervised accounting assistant in cash posting, billing, gross sales reporting,
account reconciliation and A/P functions. Maintained accurate A/R reporting. Pr
epared bad debt write downs, reversals and manual billings. Prepared monthly and
year-end journal entries. Reconciled petty cash and gift card bank statements.
Handled payroll and employee benefits for 30. Completed paperwork for new hires
and terminations. Responsible for collection of monthly rent roll for all tenant
s - permanent and temporary tenants at $80M per year as well as percentage rent
calculations. Responsible for abstracting new leases reviewing relevant clauses.
Ensured that all departments kept abreast to their specific clauses. Prepared a
ll calculations for operating and tax year-end adjustments and escalations for a
ll stores within the mall. Assisted general manager with monthly reforecast and
yearly budget.
Senior Accountant
1998 to 2002
Covanta Energy, Rahway, NJ
Handled all accounts receivable and billing functions. Invoicing totaled 3M per
month. Reconciled cash receipts and aging to the general ledger. Handled wire tr
ansfers of funds from trustee accounts; performed bank reconciliation. Reviewed
journal entries and accruals for preparation of financials in addition to balanc
e sheet analysis. Assisted with preparation of yearly revenue budget and monthly
cash forecasting. Served as the administrator for the scalehoue system; maintai
ned its integrity. Assisted with implementation of a lockbox interface with the
financial institution and PeopleSoft software.

Manager of Accounts Receivable, Credit & Collections

1996 to 1998
Regent Lighting Corporation, Burlington, NC
Supervised and assisted a staff of three. Administered sound and practical credi
t policies and procedures. Reviewed new credit applications and established limi
ts and terms. Conducted an aggressive collection program. Maintained company DSO
at an acceptable level - 32 days. Reconciled cash and sales daily to the A/R fo
r sales at 10M per month. Monitored the profitability of accounts and brought ar
eas of concern to the attention of management and sales personnel. Maintained re
bate and allowance schedules / monitored customer accruals. Performed quarterly
analysis of provisional requirements. In the event of bankruptcies - filed claim
s with courts.

Accounting Manager
1994 to 1996
Modern Concrete Company, Greensboro, NC
Managed the financial area of the company including in-house payroll and filing
of federal, state and local taxes. Responsible for recording, analysis and repor
ting of accounting data. Approved A/P vouchers, purchase orders
and expense reports. Reviewed all receivable postings and controlled all cash po
stings to the sub-ledger. Revised the accounting system through implementation o
f a new accounting software system, procedures and detail record keeping.

EDUCATION
Rutgers University
Newark, NJ
Bachelors of Science (BS) Accounting
New York Institute of Technology
Old Westbury, NY
Master of Business Administration (MBA) Accounting
KEYWORD SUMMARY
Oracle, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards, Excel, Word, Powerpoint and Outlook