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