https://www.copperabacus.com/blog daily 0.75 2020-06-28 https://www.copperabacus.com/blog/blog-post-title-three-eylhb monthly 0.5 2019-07-10 https://www.copperabacus.com/blog/blog-post-title-one-9r6lz monthly 0.5 2019-07-10 https://www.copperabacus.com/blog/blog-post-title-four-bdh8j monthly 0.5 2019-07-10 https://www.copperabacus.com/blog/blog-post-title-two-jwn9j monthly 0.5 2019-07-10 https://www.copperabacus.com/blog/xb83uenmijvrjtqn6v8yjfzfe9rqvk-NRh10 monthly 0.5 2020-08-10 https://www.copperabacus.com/services daily 0.75 2020-06-28 https://www.copperabacus.com/qualifications-resume daily 0.75 2020-06-28 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5ec522ba07eef231ef75abfa/1589977808721/IMG_9881.jpeg Qualifications + Resume - Qualifications. I have a wealth of Management Accounting experience with a focus on the service industry. While the majority of my work has been for architects and designers, my skill set can be translated to many industries. Relationships to owners and other stakeholders are very important to me and I take my role very seriously. I work diligently to see to it that only positive change comes to an organization through my engagement. The financial success of an organization I work with becomes part of my personal story. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5ec959e1d6d7ad4f6cf7aa11/1590254051506/photo+4.png Qualifications + Resume https://www.copperabacus.com/contact-1 daily 0.75 2020-06-04 https://www.copperabacus.com/why-copper-abacus daily 0.75 2020-06-03 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5ec51d434af64e3d06637ee8/1589976403436/IMG_9351.jpeg Why Copper Abacus? - Why Copper Abacus? The abacus is the obvious choice for symbolizing an accountant's work. It represents classic, time-tested traditions in the field that should serve as a foundation for any accounting practice. The symbol is also a humbling gesture, as at their core, accountants are really just bean counters after all. Copper as a color is warm and neutral and able to be nicely paired with other colors. Copper as a material is strong, flexible and economical. Copper is a wonderful conductor of electricity and the Copper Age predated the Bronze Age. Copper is also used in the smallest denomination of currency in the United States, the penny. And as we all know, every penny counts. Tying these two elements together to create a Copper Abacus expresses my Management Accounting style: Blending classic and universal concepts with those of reliability, adaptability and innovation. All organizations evolve and I plan to evolve alongside you. https://www.copperabacus.com/notforprofit daily 0.75 2020-07-08 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5ec5198a8ab9be3fcb23cc16/1589976158314/photo+2.jpeg Not-for-Profit - The World is a Beautiful Place. Volunteering with and otherwise supporting not-for-profits has become a very important part of both my personal and professional lives. The world is a beautiful place, rich with culture and biodiversity, a lot of which needs help in order to be preserved. This takes many forms, which is why I support a wide range of missions around the world. It is important that the organizations I work with and support have no political or religious agenda. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5ec9532fab61810adcbc478f/1590252440340/photo+3.jpeg Not-for-Profit - Experience. (in alphabetical order) AIDS WALK New York An annual fundraiser walk that benefits HIV/AIDS research. Every year, I serve as a Route Delineator in an official capacity and “crowd cheerer” in an unofficial capacity. Bronx Opera An organization that strives to broaden the audience of the opera experience. I served as a board member. GO Campaign An organization that creates partnerships to improve the lives of children worldwide. I recently partnered with the Go Campaign to begin mentoring partner program staff in the areas of accounting and bookkeeping fundamentals. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5ec94f3de3d0ce7bf2babce2/1590251337862/IMG_3698.jpg Not-for-Profit KIWOCE A secondary school near Moshi, Tanzania that empowers disadvantaged youth and community members. I have spent extensive time at the school teaching English, Computer Science, and Mathematics. I have also worked with school educators and administrative staff in creating budgets and bookkeeping practices. Smithsonian National Zoo I served as a Keeper's Aide in the hippopotamus exhibit where I fed the hippos and cleaned their environments. Species Unite An organization that showcases individuals who work on behalf of animal rights worldwide. I have set up the accounting and have ensured proper registration and compliance. Spring of Hope School A school in Svay Khleang, Cambodia that teaches children English and Computer Literacy. I am a co-founder of the school and I serve as Board Treasurer. I am actively involved in fundraising and program management and have spent extensive time teaching at the school. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5f05e99eb7eaa807a6773d83/1594223048133/cnap%2Bbadge.jpg Not-for-Profit https://www.copperabacus.com/work-together daily 0.75 2020-06-14 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5ec51323d48c515251de7037/1589973828200/IMG_8908.jpg Work Together - Start Ups. If you are an organization that is just starting out, I can set up your books, recommend good accounting practices for moving forward, and train staff on how to perform accounting tasks (or perform those tasks myself). As I am also well-versed in general business and compliance issues, I can help ensure that you have the proper registrations and insurance in place. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5ec512fb2c21217a74b63bcf/1589973773021/IMG_5368.jpg Work Together - Small Organizations. If you are an organization that is already established, but small, I can provide general controllership services on a part-time basis if you do not have the capacity to employ a full time CFO or Controller. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5ec51510844f0175123c4c25/1589974463896/IMG_5377.jpg Work Together - Organizations Experiencing Growth and/or Change. If you are an organization that is experiencing a growth spurt or other change, I can help you navigate that change. I will lead the way in the development of a more sophisticated accounting department. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5ec94e8cb4f8de1f77300795/1591913849312/IMG_5018%2B2.jpg Work Together - Organizations Struggling Financially. If you are an organization that is struggling financially, I can perform diagnostics to help you understand why. We can work together to address problems and institute new procedures to get you back on track, while maintaining your organization’s integrity. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5ee2b008ecd7ca65e1ac67b5/1591914533051/IMG_1346.jpeg Work Together - All organizations evolve and I plan to evolve alongside you. https://www.copperabacus.com/about-me daily 0.75 2020-06-14 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5eaeeb6c00716962b141d2ac/1588794171791/photo+1.jpeg About Me - Welcome! I am Keith Lavit, the founder of Copper Abacus. I have a wealth of experience and passion for the Management Accounting services that I provide. Raised in a small town in the Adirondack Mountains of Upstate New York, I return frequently to visit family and to get my doses of fresh air, either by hiking or doing landscape work. My dog Bama always joins me and he loves to help me in the yard by digging up what I've just planted. I have a pretty severe travel bug that began when I studied abroad in Denmark for my junior year of high school. Since then, I have been lucky to visit over 45 countries and territories, as well as 49 US states (Michigan, I'll get to you some day!). My recent travels have included volunteerism, which has become very important for me personally and professionally. Creative pursuits include writing, painting, mosaics, and even knitting. I also enjoy riding my bicycle. I believe that the reason I have so many outlets is that I work extremely hard. I have passion for what I do and how I do it. I am incredibly loyal to who I work with, and I consider my role as one who protects an organization’s owners and their interests. https://www.copperabacus.com/resume-1 daily 0.75 2020-06-28 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5ec31dd8832b9c269efe6f4b/1589845345061/photo+4.png Full Resume https://www.copperabacus.com/home daily 1.0 2020-06-14 https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5ec4430bc7dc7f297d45d296/1590257362458/IMG_5169.jpg Home Management Accounting is the analysis of an organization's financial standing for the purpose of improving the decision-making process by managers and owners. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5ec4430bc7dc7f297d45d299/1590257371834/IMG_0079.jpg Home The abacus represents classic, time-tested traditions in the accounting field that should serve as a foundation for any accounting practice. https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5eab536dbc72821f6bb3805c/t/5ec4430bc7dc7f297d45d29c/1590245080264/IMG_5096.jpg Home I am incredibly loyal to who I work with, and I consider my role as one who protects an organization’s owners and their interests.