La Quinta, CA CPA / The Practice Accountancy Corporation
 

 

After owning an accounting practice specializing in consulting, bookkeeping and income tax preparation, Elisa worked for 3 years  at Peterson Slater & Osborne.  She became a CPA after an illustrious 18-year career with Marriott International. Over the years, Elisa held several accounting positions in properties from New York to California, including stints as Director of Finance at the Marina del Rey Marriott and LaGuardia Marriott Hotel.

During her time with Marriott International, she was responsible for properties grossing as much as $30 million annually. Her duties, over the years, included: production of financial statements, forecasting and budgeting, operational analysis and trend reporting, development of pricing and business strategy, capital planning, control and budgeting, and labor management.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, University of Denver
Graduate studies toward Masters in Business Administration, Pepperdine University
Continuing Education as required by the State Board of Accountancy

Community Involvement

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
California Society of Certified Public Accountants
Temple Sinai Special Projects Chair
American Red Cross Board Member Riverside County
Palm Desert Chamber of Commerce Golf Cart Parade Judging & Hospitality Chair
Indian Wells Golf Resort Clubhouse Committee

Specialties

Accounting and Tax Research
Financial Reporting
Personal Income Tax
Business Income Tax
Restaurant and Hospitality Accounting
Homeowner Association Accounting
Life Insurance Agent