Pedro Ravelo
Spartanburg
Summary
Dynamic former Big 4 CPA with over 8 years of expertise in M&A, technical accounting, and operational finance across public, private, and PE-backed companies. Proven track record of facilitating over 20 acquisitions within multi-entity environments, specializing in ASC 805 business combinations, purchase accounting, and fair value assessments. Strong capabilities in corporate budgeting and forecasting, with a demonstrated ability to deliver insightful executive and investor reporting. Skilled in collaborating with auditors, valuation experts, tax professionals, and operational teams in high-pressure, Excel-driven environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Controller
Springline Advisory
05.2025 - 02.2026
- Led month, quarter, and year-end close, delivering GAAP-compliant reporting aligned with internal controls and deadlines.
- Prepared, reviewed, and posted complex journal entries; performed detailed general ledger analysis to validate accuracy and completeness.
- Managed intercompany accounting, reconciliations, and eliminations; resolved discrepancies and improved close and reporting workflows.
- Consolidated and reviewed monthly and quarterly financial statements for executive leadership and private equity reporting.
- Supported M&A integrations, including opening balance sheets and post-close accounting activities.
- Oversaw debt accounting, covenant compliance, and lender reporting; identified control gaps and implemented corrective actions to strengthen data integrity.
- Remote
Operational & Corporate Technical Accounting Manager
Integrated Power Services
12.2023 - 05.2025
- Facilitated month-end close process, including processing journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting, while overseeing day-to-day accounting operations & supervising invoicing, payables, job costing, payroll, etc., at two service centers.
- Collaborated with Area General Managers and regional teams throughout the month to support business decisions, drive process improvement, and profitability in the financial & operating value streams.
- Participated in due diligence, coordinated inventory observations, statutory reporting, purchase accounting, and opening balance sheets for the Company as acquisition(s) closed. Researched and interpreted accounting guidance for purchase/acquisition accounting while handling various tax, audit, and valuation matter(s).
Senior Corporate Financial Analyst & Investor Relations
Denny’s
07.2022 - 11.2023
- Orchestrated financial planning and analysis, delivering insights for forecasting, budgeting, and investor communications, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Tracked and analyzed industry performance, benchmarking company metrics against peer companies and industry indices to inform decision-making.
- Managed investor relations materials, preparing earnings call scripts, financial presentations, and reports for investor conferences, roadshows, and shareholder meetings.
Senior Mergers and Acquisitions Accountant & Finance Integration
AmeriLife
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Spearheaded the financial integration for 23+ acquisitions, assessing earnings quality, working capital risks, and ensuring GAAP compliance by identifying and reporting related party transactions.
- Managed accounting migration for acquired entities, overseeing AP/AR integration, reconciling 36+ commercial bank accounts, and facilitating communication between corporate finance and local teams.
- Conducted financial reporting, including month-end close, variance analysis, and pro forma forecasts, utilizing Oracle and QuickBooks to maintain accurate corporate and affiliate account records.
Media & Entertainment Associate Consultant
Ernst & Young
09.2018 - 09.2020
- Led and supported operational compliance audits for media measurement companies, ensuring alignment with industry requirements and documented evidence across digital, television, radio, and print audience measurement.
- Collaborated with business process owners to develop and refine risk assessment documentation, templates, and process flowcharts, implementing change management for systems, processes, and controls.
- Partnered with the assurance team to perform risk assessments, create testing plans, and coordinate scheduling with internal audit, strengthening overall compliance and control frameworks.
Education
Certified Public Accountant -
Florida Board of Accountancy
01-2020
Master of Science - Accountancy - Financial Transaction Services
Wake Forest University - School of Business
Winston-Salem, NC05-2018
Bachelor of Science - Finance & Accounting
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05-2017
Skills
- Proficient in ERP systems, including SAP, Oracle, and NetSuite, as well as Microsoft Excel, VBA, QuickBooks, Oracle Cloud, Hyperion Essbase, and SmartView
- Financial statement preparation, planning & forecasting
- Audit preparation & Statutory reporting
- Multi-Entity Month-end Close & Consolidations
- Cash flow and debt management
- Proficient in purchase accounting and valuation analysis
- Proficient in Technical Accounting Memos and Standards, including: Stock-Based Compensation (ASC 718), Business Combinations (ASC 805), and Lease Accounting (ASC 842)
- Internal control management & development
- IFRS and GAAP requirements
- Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance
Certification
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Portuguese
Professional Working
Italian
Professional Working
Timeline
Assistant Controller
Springline Advisory
05.2025 - 02.2026
Operational & Corporate Technical Accounting Manager
Integrated Power Services
12.2023 - 05.2025
Senior Corporate Financial Analyst & Investor Relations
Denny’s
07.2022 - 11.2023
Senior Mergers and Acquisitions Accountant & Finance Integration
AmeriLife
10.2020 - 06.2022
Media & Entertainment Associate Consultant
Ernst & Young
09.2018 - 09.2020
Certified Public Accountant -
Florida Board of Accountancy
Master of Science - Accountancy - Financial Transaction Services
Wake Forest University - School of Business
Bachelor of Science - Finance & Accounting
Florida State University