FRANK J.

BASILICO, MBA
3400 Preakness Place, New Bern, North Carolina 28562
252.633.5599
nicholas1125@suddenlink.net

QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
Highly analytical and exceptionally skilled professional powered with excellent
problem-solving abilities, offering broad-based years of experience in accountin
g, finance, and sales, complemented with strong educational background. Demonstr
ate competency in financial reporting, accounts payable and receivable, general
ledger accounting, and accounts reconciliation, coupled with extensive knowledge
in payroll preparation and discrepancy detection. Equipped with excellent writt
en and oral communication skills, along with innate relationship-building qualit
ies. Motivated, detail-oriented, and extremely capable to multitask effectively
in fiercely competitive and fast-paced environment.

CORE STRENGTHS
- Financial Analysis and Reporting
- General Accounting and Financial Auditing
- Regulatory Affairs Compliance
- Time Management and Prioritization
- Continuous Process Improvement
- Financial Restructuring and Budgeting
- Leadership, Training, and Team Building
- Superior Interpersonal and Presentation Skills
- Problem Resolution and Decision Making
- Outstanding Customer Service and Relations

EDUCATION
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, Concentration in Accounting and Finance: GPA:
4.0
~ American InterContinental University, Hoffman Estates, IL (Online): 2008–2009
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN ACCOUNTING, GPA: 3.38 ~ St. John's University, Queens, NY
: 1986–1990

SUMMARY OF EXPERIENCE

FINANCE AND GENERAL ACCOUNTING

- Generated and analyzed accounting records to assess accuracy, completene
ss, and conformance to reporting and procedural standards
- Processed payroll, handled journal entries, submitted invoice to clients
, and conducted research for pricing models
- Administered corporate budget activities to fund operations, maximize in
vestments, and increase efficiency
- Evaluated financial statements, sales reports, and other performance dat
a to measure goal achievement as well as to determine areas needing cost reducti
on and improvement
- Compiled detailed accounting records of business income and expenses inc
luding equipment depreciation
- Ensured strict compliance with GAAP in implementing financial controls a
nd accounting procedures
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS
- Expertly managed overall aspects of self-owned business for seven succes
sive years focusing on accounting, marketing, sales, inventory, and data process
ing
- Developed and implemented innovative action plans toward fulfillment of
corporate goals and objectives
- Determined staffing requirements: coordinated hiring and training of up
to 30 employees to enhance overall efficiency
- Facilitated training to team members to develop their competencies and a
chieve the highest level of performance
CUSTOMER SERVICE AND RELATIONSHIP BUILDING
- Solidified profitable relationships with clients by updating them on the
status of debits and credits of their accounts
- Provided superior customer service by providing innovative solutions and
addressing clients’ concerns regarding billing and equipment issues under time cons
traints

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

OWNER / OPERATOR ~ TIMES SQUARE DJ SERVICE, NEW BERN, NC 2003–PRESENT

ACCOUNTANT / MANAGER ~ MORRIS AUTO BODY SHOP, NEW BERN, NC 2008–2010
SOLUTIONS REPRESENTATIVE ~ EMBARQ, NEW BERN, NC 2008–2009
SENIOR WIRELESS CONSULTANT ~ ALLTEL COMMUNICATIONS, NEW BERN, NC 2000–2008
ACCOUNTING CLERK ~ AVCO, HAVELOCK, NC 1997–2000
ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE ~ AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCE, NEW BERN, NC 1996–1997
ACCOUNTING MANAGER ~ SHEA AND GOULD, NEW YORK, NY 1991–1996

MAJOR ACHIEVEMENTS
- Promoted to Senior Wireless Consultant position for achieving 125% of qu
ota for three consecutive months
- Obtained the Gold Circle Sales Award in 2003 for demonstration of high d
egree of personal commitment and exemplary sales performance
- Generated an additional $200,000 in cash flow by creating an outstanding
debt collection program

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY
- Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, including QuickBook
s