Chris Shaw

Hi, my name is Christopher, I’m an experienced professional with a strong background in accounts payable, accounts receivable management and a passion for optimizing financial processes. My expertise spans core areas including construction management, billing management, collections, financial reporting. I have a proven history of implementing strategies that improve cash flow and enhance overall efficiency in the accounts receivable function.  below are my Listed working ethics I have developed over the years.

1. I’ve developed a deep understanding of credit risk assessment, invoicing, and collections. My experience ranges from working with small businesses to managing accounts for large corporations, which has honed my ability to adapt strategies to different business needs.

2. I excel in identifying inefficiencies and implementing improvements. In my previous role, I led a project that automated the invoicing process, which reduced the time to generate and send invoices by 30% and decreased overdue payments by 25%. I’m adept at using Sage systems and accounting software to streamline processes and ensure accuracy.

3. Leading a team is one of my strong suits. I’ve managed teams of varying sizes, focusing on mentoring, and developing staff to reach their full potential. I believe in fostering a collaborative environment where team members feel valued and motivated to contribute to the company’s success.

4. I understand the importance of aligning accounts receivable functions with broader business goals. I’ve successfully worked with cross-functional teams to ensure that receivables are to support overall financial health and growth. My strategic mindset helps in forecasting cash flows and managing working capital efficiently.

5. Building strong relationships with customers is key to successful collections and credit management. I’ve developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to address issues proactively and ensure timely payments, while also overseeing escalations effectively.

6. I have strong analytical skills that allow me to assess accounts receivable data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions. My ability to interpret financial reports and metrics helps in crafting strategies to improve receivables performance.

I am excited about the opportunity to bring my skills and experience to your team. My background aligns well with the responsibilities, and I’m eager to contribute to the continued success and growth of your organization. My commitment to excellence and passion make me a strong candidate for this role.

Sincerely,

Christopher Shaw

EXPRIENCES

Petretti And Associates Construction and Design – Manhattan NY

Accounting Manager / Project Accountant Contract Position March 2023 – August 2024

• Collaborated with the project manager to develop a detailed, cost-effective budget for the project.
• Performed accounting duties throughout the project, estimating cash flow, and signing off on purchase orders.
• Analyzed all transactions and working unforeseen costs into the budget.
• Performed client, vendor and job setup.
• Kept a record of all project finances for internal/external auditing and tax purposes.
• Prepared cost analyses by interpreting projects' financial data and information.
• Reported any financial risks and budgetary discrepancies to management for review.
• Analyzed project variances and provide causes for variances and insightful solutions to capture variance or prevent potential variances.
• Monitored Subcontractor AIA Billing, Lien Waivers, Accounts Payable, Account Receivables Client billing and Cash receipts.
• Developed and supporting strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.

STV Incorporated - Manhattan NY 

Construction Billing Manager October 2022 – March 2023

• Managed billing revenue team in their day-to-day performance.
• Proactively drive the billing process for the team and prepare analyses as needed.
• Ensured invoices are prompt, correct, and complete by the customer’s guidelines and expectations.
• Overseeing accuracy of job cost for assigned business units to ensure billing accuracy.
• Distributed weekly Job Cost, Retention, AP/AR/CM reports and address follow-up questions/requests.
• Monitored subcontractor AIA payments and retainer within the assigned business unit.
• Generated prompt invoices by NY School Construction Authority requirements. 
• Found and implemented process improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency. 
• Promoted development and growth with subordinate staff members. 
• Provided financial reporting, on an as needed basis, for a range of client deliverables including monthly accrual reporting.
• Participated in related interdepartmental projects and NY School Construction Authority Government agency meetings.

Atlas Construction and Development, Manhattan NY 

Construction Project Accountant – Contract Position April 2022 – October 2022

Monodock Construction Brooklyn NY 

Construction Project Accountant – Contract Position February 2022 – April 2022

RXRRealty Construction and Development - Manhattan, NY

Construction Project Accountant Manager July 2016 – April 2021

• Supervised six staff personnel on a day-to-day basis, prepared midyear, and annual review.
• Prepared monthlyproject reforecasts for Controller and Operations ProjectManagement for 350 projects.
• Ensured prompt and exact processing of all AP/AR/CM/GL transactions.
• Monitored receipt of all income and financial commitments.
• Evaluated and made proper improvements to accounting processes ensuring that practices are efficient and effective. 
• Managed process for proper coding of construction invoices (payment applications) and lien releases for contractor and vendor invoices.
• Developed, implemented, and supported construction management system, including setting up projects (jobs), budgets, job costs, cost codes, contracts, change orders,purchase orders, and various construction progress reports.
• Ability to read and interpret construction contracts both Guaranteed Maximum Price and Lump sum along with other pertinent construction documents.
• Monitored Cost management, includingproject profitability.
• Assisted Controller and SVP of Finance with other tasksas needed.

Two TreesManagement Co. - Brooklyn, NY

Sr. ProjectAccountant February 2014 – July 2016

• Reviewed Contracts and AIA billing Change Orders; entered Job Cost and Prepared lien waivers. Monitoring of construction expenditures compared to budget. Reviewed proper coding applying input of accounts payable at the properties, ensuring that fiscal policies implemented. Prepared an accounts payable listing at closing each month, check agreement to the accounts payable account on the trial balance and then supply a copy to the proper staff accountant for inclusion in the monthly entity files. Supplied the necessary data to the Controller about invoices processed and checks written for them to support proper cash control. Managed other A/P related administrative responsibilities as assigned on the team. Prepared summary draw schedules, and assembly of the draw package for review by management. Reconciled the drawrequests to GL including Project Costs to date monthly.

Hudson Meridian Construction Group,LLC, Manhattan, NY

Project Accountant October 2011 – January 2014

• Ensured budget plans and agreement are complying. Prepared month-to-month billing aid documents to customer for payment. Applied miscellaneous payment; client's settlements to C/M, A/R posting. Prepared and examined regular monthly work costs reports. Refined weekly AccountsPayable, sub-AIA's and invoices for repayment. Managed contract management process collaborated with Senior Management with Financial Reporting as well as Analysis and Forecasting in keeping an eye on project spending. Used existing accountancy systems to automate processesas well as reporting were proper. Helped in preparingannual budgets as well as regular forecasts. Special projects and other responsibilities as needed. Evaluated agreements and aid assessed the proper audit.

Anlar Construction, LLC — Manhattan, NY

Project Accountant July 2007 - October 2011

• Prepared monthly AIA progress invoice to Lenders for financing part for guaranteed project cost of general conditions. Entered and given Invoices to A/P after the Project Manager reviews and approve. Assisted Project Manager with check requests, AIA’s, to ensure costs proved agrees with thecontract, and proper cost coding. Assisted Project Manager with the implementation and adjustments of signed contract change order applications. Reviewed job cost estimate and setup in Timberline to track the actual progress of the job against the original estimate. Maintained project budget and estimate needs by analyzing on both a short and long-range basis including projecting levels of support from multiple sources of funding. Aided and advised the Project Manager in the development of project budget projection and estimate control. Assisted Project Manager in supporting up to date and correct records in tracking Contemplated Change Notices evaluate financial processes and systems to decide consistency and accuracy of information. Setup and reviewed contracts and cost codes, in relation to the budget and any later client change orders.

Kaplan University School of Business

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Information Technology – Cum Laude,2012