Steven Kuzmenko

Experience

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  Adesa Brasher's Auto Auction

  Mar 2019 - Jan 2020

  Account Manager

  • Coordinated with banks and finance institutions on a daily basis to sell used and new vehicles to dealers. • Handled phone calls ranging from redemption customers to dealers and banks, and acted accordingly • Utilized and excelled at auction based computer systems and various automotive programs pertinent to managing vehicle inventory, utilizing incoming knowledge about vehicles on a daily basis.• Charged, audited, and verified expenses on all vehicles according to contractual fees put forth by banks and financial institutions. Show less

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  Gergun Transportation Inc

  Jan 2020 - Jan 2021

  Accounting Specialist

  • Processed payroll for owner-operators, drivers, and office employees. (W2 and 1099 wages)• Recorded all company expenditures ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations• Proficiently reconciled diverse financial registers ensuring accuracy and consistency across multiple accounts.• Delivered precise financial reports to management detailing daily expenditures associated with the company's fleet of trucks.• Audited expenses meticulously to verify receipt submission and documentation compliance from individuals with company cards and asset access.• Oversaw office operations to ensure prompt task completion, supervised staff interactions with customers, provided assistance and training as needed, and enhanced staff punctuality and performance. Show less

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  Rampart Transportation Inc

  Jan 2021 - Jul 2022

  Corporate Controller

  • Oversaw and managed all day-to-day financial transactions ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations. • Cultivated an efficient and profit-retaining environment inter-departmentally in day-to-day operations. • Actively drove the establishment and continuous updates to employee handbooks, company policies, SOPs, and software programs.• Sought out and developed new revenue streams for the company to increase YTD revenue by at least 20% in comparison to the previous year.• Headed the HR department, taking part in recruiting, onboarding, and offboarding efforts. Built the benefits structure offered to employees by the company. Show less

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  Red Folder Research, LLC

  Aug 2022 - Jan 2023

  Corporate Controller

  -Managed financial reporting process, overseeing preparation of monthly financial statements, resulting in a 15% reduction in reporting errors.-Provided strategic financial guidance to senior management, facilitating informed decision-making and driving business growth.-Processed various kinds of payroll (piecework, salary, hourly, etc.)for 20+ employees alongside being responsible for day-to-day HR and IT duties. -Oversaw and managed all day-to-day financial transactions ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations. Show less

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  Intelligent Design Mechanical Solutions

  Jan 2023 - Mar 2024

  Corporate Controller

  -Developed and led the finance/administrative team, consisting of 6 personnel who directly reported to me. -Oversaw all day-to-day financial activity, ensuring accounting personnel had the proper training to record company financial transactions in compliance with GAAP and other financial/tax regulations.-Implemented cost-saving initiatives, leading to a 10% decrease in operational expenses within the first fiscal quarter.-Enhanced HR procedures to align with regulatory standards and accommodate company expansion, ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout organizational growth.-Overhauled the company's IT infrastructure, enhancing daily operations and reducing expenses. Show less

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  Grace Dougan Consulting

  May 2024 - now

  Account Manager

  Providing hands-on accounting and financial services to businesses, seamlessly integrating into their company, and acting as the financial pillar of their organization.