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Gordon Acuna

@gordonacuna

I build stronger, more reliable financials through accounting, audit, and CPA-led analysis.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to create stronger and more reliable financials for companies big and small, applying my CPA background in accounting, auditing, financial reporting, and client communication.

I'm currently building stronger, more reliable financials as an Accountant at Pacific West Land, backed by CPA and MBA credentials.

At PBMares, I progressed from Accounting Associate to Senior Accountant - Audit, preparing workpapers and financial statements and supervising audits, reviews, compilations, AUPs, governmental single audits, and EBP audits.

I've worked across construction, not-for-profit, manufacturing, and healthcare engagements, with experience in GAAP, GAAS, revenue recognition, lease liability, PTET, and financial statement disclosures. I also mentor staff and communicate engagement progress and complex accounting issues with clients and management.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Pacific West Land logoPL
Current

Accountant

Mar 2025 - Present (1 year 6 months)

Worked as Accountant at Pacific West Land.

PBMares, LLP logoPL

Senior Accountant - Audit

Jul 2023 - Jun 2024 (11 months)

Applied accounting principles to analyze financial information and prepare accurate workpapers and financial statements for accounting and auditing engagements under the direct supervision of a partner, manager, or supervisor.

Effectively communicated complex information and responded to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Upheld the firm’s expectation

PBMares, LLP logoPL

Staff Accountant

Feb 2022 - Jun 2023 (1 year 4 months)

Auditor focusing on mid-sized businesses and non-profit entities to perform audits, reviews, compilations, AUP’s and EBP audits.

Experience in auditing cash, accounts receivable (AR), inventory and inventory observations, PP&E, accounts payable (AP), debt, revenue, expenses and drafting financial statements and disclosures.

Experience with implementation of 606 revenue recognition, ASU 842 Lea

CB

Relocation

Career Break

Mar 2020 - Dec 2020 (9 months)

Military spouse related move to Virginia two weeks before Covid-19 pandemic shutdown. Spent time transitioning career from marketing/communications to accounting which included taking additional classes at local community college to obtain CPA eligibility.

City of Mill Creek, Washington logoCW

Interim Director of Communications and Marketing

Aug 2019 - Feb 2020 (6 months)

Worked as Interim Director of Communications and Marketing at City of Mill Creek, Washington.

Gordon Brink Consulting logoGC

Owner - Consultant

May 2017 - Feb 2020 (2 years 9 months)

Provided social media marketing consulting to mid-sized firms looking to expand brand presence and reach in the digital space.

City of Mill Creek, Washington logoCW

Marketing and Communications Coordinator

Apr 2018 - Aug 2019 (1 year 4 months)

Managed social media, event flyer design, media relations and other PIO work. Organized and executed internal United Way fundraiser. Created press releases, articles and web content.

Mercer Estates logoME

Tasting Room Assistant Manager

May 2017 - Apr 2018 (11 months)

Provided “front of house” management for wine associates. Performed weekly inventory counts and sale reconciliations. Trained employees on proper techniques for pouring wine and customer service.

Candor-AGS, Inc logoCI

Digital Marketing Specialist

Aug 2014 - May 2017 (2 years 9 months)

Managed US digital marketing for three companies under the Candor AGS umbrella: Bellucci, Cynara and Caro Nut.
• Created and executed digital brand strategy for US & Canada markets in conjunction with sales and ecommerce.
• Created and maintained digital marketing budget.
• Co-managed international social media strategy, development and execution for Spain, Italy, Mexico and Peru.
• Created an

Seattle City Light logoSL

Marketing and Communications MBA Intern

Jan 2014 - Aug 2014 (7 months)

• Managed, developed and executed marketing and communication plans in alignment with “Strategic Plan.”
• Executed social media strategy and content creation.
• Developed social media relationship management guidelines.

Crowley Maritime logoCM

Southern California Accounts Receivable Specialist

Jul 2013 - Nov 2013 (4 months)

Created and logged invoices for over 100 customers in California. Each customer had a different rate that needed to be calculated and billed. Attention to detail was extremely important in billing the correct customer at the correct rate.

Crowley Maritime logoCM

Executive Assistant

Sep 2012 - Sep 2013 (1 year)

Assisted VP of West Coast, VP of Legal Counsel for West Coast and GM of Harbor and Marine Services with administrative tasks that required precision, accuracy of information and research. Strategic writing, financial analysis and collaboration were some of the main skills used to accomplish tasks and be an effective Administrative Assistant.
 Applied for and won Environmental Business of the Yea

Metia logoME

Digital Marketing Undergraduate Intern

May 2012 - Sep 2012 (4 months)

Worked with the Director of Marketing to research new client possibilities. Helped research and gather preliminary meeting data about potential clients marketing tactics. Managed Social Media sites and gathered analytics for Metia.
 Created blog posts for Metia.com.
 Created tweets and posts for Facebook and Twitter accounts for Metia.
 Compiled marketing research for trending companies, topi

Associa - EMB Management logoAM

Front Desk Assistant

Jul 2010 - May 2012 (1 year 10 months)

First response for emergencies at condominium and would handle any immediate crisis communication or issue. Customer service for 170 units. Managed signage and common space reservations. Updated databases and helped coordinate move-ins and move-outs. .
 Created computer and printer manual for the condominiums office space.
 Brought in plumbers and construction crew for leaks and handled commun

Krista Foundation for Global Citizenship logoKC

Administrative Assistant

Jan 2010 - Sep 2010 (8 months)

Work study position that dealt with mass emailing, graphic design and database updating. Much of my time at Krista was focused around finding a new Krista Colleague class for 2010, finding new contacts with colleges for potential candidates, creating brand recognition, and creating hype about the program.
 Worked with donors and volunteers to help create a better network for Krista Foundation.

Swedish Medical Center logoSC

Administrative Assistant - Medical Staff Services

Jul 2009 - Dec 2009 (5 months)

Volunteer Service

Swedish Medical Center logoSC

Administrative Assistant - Marsha Rifkin Cancer Foundation

Jul 2009 - Dec 2009 (5 months)

Volunteer Service

Aspen Town Homes logoAH

Front Desk Assistant

Sep 2007 - May 2009 (1 year 8 months)

Maintained a clean work environment.
Checked guests in and out of units.
Regulated Spa & Hot tub.

Rowlies Food Farm logoRF

Cashier Assistant

Oct 2006 - Jun 2007 (8 months)

Ran cash register.
Stocked shelves.
Cleaned meat processing machines.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

WA

Washington State Board of Accountancy

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Issued Jun 2024

SU

Seattle University

Bridge MBA, Business Administration and Management, General

2013 - 2014

SU

Seattle University

Bachelor's degree, Strategic Communications

2009 - 2013

RS

Roberts Public School

HS Deploma, College Prep

1996 - 2009

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