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Alexander Schmitt, CPA Candidate

Rogers

Summary

Plant accountant with experience in financial reporting, variance analysis, and cost accounting within the manufacturing industry. Skilled in analyzing production costs, improving reporting accuracy, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive operational and financial efficiency.


Aspiring to transition into a controller role by expanding expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and financial strategy. Passionate about leveraging data-driven insights to enhance profitability, streamline operations, and support executive decision-making.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Accountant

Tyson Foods
12.2024 - Current
  • Managed financial reporting and analysis for production orders and process orders, ensuring accuracy in cost tracking.
  • Analyzed variances in manufacturing costs, investigating discrepancies in Work in Progress (WIP) inputs and actual production costs.
  • Collaborated with operations and finance teams to improve cost control measures and enhance reporting efficiency.
  • Identified and resolved a $40,000 unfavorable variance, implementing process improvements to prevent future errors.
  • Utilized SAP and Excel-based models for tracking and analyzing manufacturing performance metrics.
  • Supported process improvements and automation initiatives, streamlining reporting accuracy and efficiency.
  • Worked cross-functionally with plant managers and corporate finance to ensure adherence to budget and forecast targets.

F&A Tax Accounting Intern

Tyson Foods
11.2022 - 12.2024
  • Prepared Federal tax returns for multiple legal entities using tax software such as one-source
  • Prepared all North Carolina, Philadelphia, and Pennsylvania tax returns including over 50 returns combined
  • Responded to and quickly resolved State and IRS Notices, specifically related to tax returns
  • Calculated state extension and estimated payments across multiple tax jurisdictions for over a whole fiscal year

Team Captain

Chick-Fil-A
07.2020 - 10.2023
  • Developed team members through structured training methods
  • Trained over 100 employees
  • Uplifting team by bringing a hardworking and positive attitude
  • Improved QIV Scores by 7%
  • Earned Employee of month July 2022 - is voted by over 80 employees determine is most deserving for award

Financial Advisor Intern

Strategic Financial Partners
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Learn key Financial decision making while building good rapport with clients
  • Meet with 1 client everyday to see what goals are and guide in right direction
  • Manage over 10 Clients portfolios
  • Understand how to retain clients while building financial freedom for clients

Education

Masters of Science - Finance

Purdue Global University
08-2026

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Arkansas, Sam M. Walton College of Business
05.2024

Skills

  • Accounting Skills
  • Management
  • Problem Solving skills
  • Ability to communicate
  • Analytical thinking
  • Tax Compliance
  • Tax Research
  • One Source Experience
  • Microsoft office Suite
  • Power BI
  • Powerpoint
  • Excel

Extra-Curricular Activities

Special Olympics, Started volunteering for in 2015 - developed a passion for serving and leading these kids. Teach about sports, procure a positive attitude and guide in right direction in life. Member: Alpha Kappa Psi, 2020 - 2022 A Co ed Business fraternity catered towards developing future business leaders of world. Weekly guest speakers from various fortune 500 companies at various positions teach us key strategies in business world. Chess Club, First place at local chess club tournament.

Timeline

Associate Accountant

Tyson Foods
12.2024 - Current

F&A Tax Accounting Intern

Tyson Foods
11.2022 - 12.2024

Financial Advisor Intern

Strategic Financial Partners
10.2022 - 12.2022

Team Captain

Chick-Fil-A
07.2020 - 10.2023

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Arkansas, Sam M. Walton College of Business

Masters of Science - Finance

Purdue Global University

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