- Name: Eric
- Surname: Lane
- Location: Arizona
- About Me: I have been actively involved in the management and performance of audits, reviews, business valuations, litigation and consulting engagements throughout my career in public accounting and consulting. In 1996, I became a Certified Public Accountant in California. In 2004, I became certified as a valuation analyst.
I've performed the following types of assignments: numerous audits and reviews of manufacturing, distribution, construction, healthcare and SEC clients; merger and acquisition consultation; business and stock valuations; economic damage calculations; post-acquisition purchase price allocation appraisals; goodwill and intangible impairment assessments; forensic accounting analyses; as well as accounting systems consulting.
Co-authored comments to the Financial Accounting Standards Board on behalf of the Construction Financial Management Association and written several articles related to business management, financial reporting, and tax planning.
I acquired manufacturing operations in the capacity of Chief Financial Officer and supported the prospective sale of operations as a Controller.
Previous Experience:
After school I spent over eight years with the Singer Lewak LLP and progressed to Senior Manager; held CFO and Controller positions in manufacturing and construction industries as well as a Senior Manager position with an affiliate of Moore Stephens International Ltd.
Education:
• Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting, California State University at Fullerton (1993)
• Fundamentals Technique & Theory sponsored by National Association of Certified Valuation Analysts (2004)
Memberships:
• American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA)
• California Society of Certified Public Accountants
• Business Valuation, Forensic, and Litigation Services Section of the AICPA
• Association of Certified Fraud Specialists, LA Chapter Board Member (2007-2009)
• Construction Financial Managers Association (CFMA) (2004-2008)
CFMA Orange County Treasurer (2006-2007)
CFMA National Accounting and Reporting Committee (2006-2008)
Industries and Projects:
Financial Reporting Audits, SEC Reporting, Forensic Accounting and Tax Matters for Construction Contractors; Job Shops; Food Processors/Distributors; Real Estate Developers; Medical Practices, Clinics, and IPAs; Telecommunications and Network Hardware; Aircraft Components; Aluminum Extruder; CD and DVD Wholesaler; Commercial Mortgage Lenders; Commercial Wall Systems Contractor; Digital Surveillance Manufacturer; Data Processing Business Units; Footwear Distributor and Manufacturer; Incentive Travel Services; Insurance Claims Administrator; Landfill Treatment Technology; Metal Working & Machine Shops; National Laundromat Chains; Network Solutions Contractor; PC Peripheral Components; Residential Plastering Contractor; Retail Furniture Store; Sound Systems Manufacturer/Distributor; Software Developers; Surgical Services and Equipment