Ete Adote, MS, CTP, MBA
Web Folio: http://webprofile.info./eadote/
M: 203-809-3182
Hamden, CT 06514
T: 718-434-2326
email: etead2@yahoo.com
ACCOUNTING / FINANCIAL EXECUTIVE
Operations Manager, Fund Accounting Manager, Controller, Treasurer
Drive performance improvements, ROI, and stakeholder value through experience and rich knowledge of finance,
accounting, operations, risk management, treasury, and cash management. Valuable depth of experience in financial
statement analysis, cash flow processing, and PL/NAV computations. Keen understanding of technology, strategies,
and processes that deliver bottom-line results. M.B.A. in International Business and Masters in Global Financial
Analysis. Thrive in challenging, fast-paced organizations dedicated to quality of service through expertise in:
 Integrating Technology & Business Solutions/High-V
 Business Process Improvement / Metrics
 Team Development / Deployment / Motivation
 Complex Funds Analysis & Accounting
 Product & Portfolio Definition / Cost Analysis
 Optimizing Financial Performance / ROI
 Multi-functional Collaboration / Leadership
 Customer / Broker / TPA Relations
EXECUTIVE PERFORMANCE
Credit Renaissance Partners, LLC, New York, NY
2007–2011
Multi-strategy registered investment advisor/hedge fund that focuses investments in Distressed Assets and Structured
Products, averaging 20% YOY growth since inception in 2000 with $400+ million in AUM.
VP Operations & Fund Accounting
Managed all accounting functions, ensuring proper internal controls with accountability for month-end processes for
three funds. Prepared and released P&L calculation, attribution, and NAV distribution. Approved investors’ statement
prior to distribution. Liaised and coordinated year-end audit of KPIs for accuracy. Mentored junior analyst. Worked
with Portfolio Manager to establish hedging.
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$80 million growth of new fund realized by defining operational and financial management requirements.
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Cut month-end processing more than 66% through implementation of automated system and setting up data
collection process that also improved reporting accuracy.
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Protected $400 million in three funds after conducting due diligence leading to selection of fund administrator.
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Recouped $2+ million in undistributed cash as result of designing reconciliation sheet that captured funds’
discrepancies.
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Reduced indirect personnel cost almost 3% by analyzing opportunities for cost control; developing
recommendations; and upon approval, implementing track and control procedures.
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Supported 30%+ improvement of team efficiency and individual value-added contributions through
assessment, recommendation, and implementation of software solution.
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Achieved 83%+ performance, meeting key delivery deadlines while improving internal/external communication
by implementing team training program and setting clear objectives.
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$25 million fund launched as result of developing/managing investment criteria and collaborating with legal
department to structure regulatory-conforming documentation.
OpHedge Investment Services, Rye Brook, NY
2006–2007
Full-service fund administrator that provides comprehensive, adaptable, middle and back office infrastructure to
alternative asset management industry with complementary SMEs to provide complete consultative service to clients.
Senior Fund Accountant
Provided daily P&L and NAV computations and allocations. Assisted controller in preparing financial statements.
Trained and assisted junior staff. Liaised with internal IT department.
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Reached necessary operational efficiency to complete complex accounting concept assignments within two
months by leveraging industry knowledge and applying rapid learning ability.
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Eliminated more than 80% of process duplications and implemented key process changes to accelerate their
completion after taking over controller functions.
Ete Adote, MS, CTP, MBA
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Abatement Industries Group, Inc., West Haven, CT
Providing environmental solutions to facility managers across CT since 1992.
2004–2005
Assistant Controller
Provided financial leadership across all accounting functions including payroll forecasting and banking relationship.
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15% ROI increase delivered by assessing project costs and finding ways to reduce costs.
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Increased department capability to handle up to 300% of demand after implementing interfacing software.
CVS Pharmacy, Fairfield, CT
2002–2005
Second largest pharmacy chain in U.S. (after Walgreens), with 7,000+ stores in 41 states and Puerto Rico.
Assistant Store Manager
Oversaw store inventory, POs, staff training, and customer service.
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100% of corporate customer satisfaction guidelines achieved by defining rules, guidelines, and actions as well
as developing process for enforcing standards.
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Decreased excess inventory 30% through implementation of inventory management system to handle
seasonal order variations that improved product and inventory control.
Additional Career Position
Accountant, Yale University, New Haven, CT
EDUCATION
M.B.A., International Business, Bentley University, Waltham, MA
M.S., Global Financial Analysis & Investment, Bentley University, Waltham, MA
B.S., Finance, Southern Connecticut State University, New Haven, CT
CERTIFICATION
CTP (Certified Treasury Professional), Association for Financial Professionals
AFFILIATION
Association for Financial Professionals, Member