Eric Demas, CFE, MBA

Experience

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  Town of Hollis New Hampshire

  Jan 1997 - Jan 2002

  Finance Director

  Performed and supervised all accounting and finance functions, including preparation of annual budget, general ledger management, payroll, purchase orders, accounts payable, accounts receivable, grant and capital asset management. Processed monthly accruals; prepared checks, production of documentation and financial schedules; managed investments, and reconciled bank statements. Coordinated annual audit, prepared monthly and annual financial reports for Board of Selectmen and Budget Committee. Prepared and filed all financial reports required by the IRS and State of New Hampshire. Regularly attended Board of Selectmen and Budget Committee meetings. Assisted Board of Selectmen with all aspects of union contract negotiations.Key highlights:• Implemented enhanced windows based complete accounting system from outdated DOS based system. • Expanded chart of accounts in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).• Addressed and resolved all prior audit management letter comments.• Developed accounting policies and procedures manual, investment policy, purchasing and bid policy, Capital Improvement policy, and assisted in the update and expansion of the employee handbook. Show less

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  Melanson Heath

  Jan 2002 - Nov 2015

  Forensic Accountant / Auditor

  Conduct and or assist with all aspects of fraud and forensic investigations, including, but not limited to determination of existence of fraud, conduct interviews, document amount of loss, report writing and litigation support. Fraud and forensic experience includes investigations which have led to criminal indictments and convictions, employment actions, restitution, insurance recovery, arbitration, civil litigation and contract dispute resolution. Areas include employee theft, conflicts of interest, diverted funds and violations of laws and regulations.Manage and supervise municipal financial statement audits in accordance with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards (GAAS) or Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS), including annual A-133 federal single audits. Assist clients with preparation of financial statements including Management’s Discussion and Analysis (MD&A), as well as required footnotes and supplementary information. Review all audit related workpapers for partner approval; prepare audit reports and compose management letters. Prepare and provide formal presentation of audit results to management and governing body. Provide continuing advice to clients regarding accounting, budget, risk assessment, internal controls, and finance issues throughout year. Key highlights:• Worked with Massachusetts Inspector General’s Office, Massachusetts and New Hampshire’s Attorney General’s Office, U.S. Attorney General’s Office, Federal Bureau of Investigations, and multiple District and County Attorneys in Massachusetts and New Hampshire.• Provided fraud, internal control, and risk assessment training to staff and clients.• Frequent speaker to various professional organizations on the subjects of Fraud Prevention, Internal Controls, and Risk Assessment.• Provided testimony in both criminal and civil trials related to Fraud Investigations conducted. Show less

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  City of Everett, Massachusetts

  Nov 2015 - now

  Chief Financial Officer / City Auditor

  Oversee and direct the Office of Municipal Finance, which includes the Auditor's Office, Budget Office, Collector's Office, Treasurer's Office, Assessing Office, the Purchasing Department, and the DPW Business Manager. The Office of Municipal Finance is responsible for all daily financial operations of the City, with a mission to support the City and its departments by providing high quality financial, accounting, and administrative services, so that they can perform their missions more efficiently and effectively.Massachusetts Gaming Commission Subcommittee on Community Mitigation MemberMassachusetts Water Resource Authority MemberEverett Retirement Board MemberEverett School Finance Review Commission Vice ChairmanEverett School Building Committee Chairman Show less