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Austin Beckett

Finance & Operations Manager
Champaign,IL

Summary

Forward-thinking team leader skilled at operating departments efficiently to meet goals. Successful background matching employees with roles for maximum performance. Proactive and hardworking individual focused on continuous operational improvement.

Experienced with financial operations management, including overseeing budgeting and financial reporting. Utilizes strategic planning to streamline processes and improve financial performance. Track record of effective team leadership and fostering collaborative workplace.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Finance & Operations Manager

Fox Development Corporation
04.2022 - Current
  • Implemented cost-saving measures, identifying inefficiencies and reallocating resources to achieve optimal results.
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
  • Developed comprehensive financial models to support management in forecasting and scenario analysis.
  • Managed budgeting process, aligning departmental budgets with organizational goals and monitoring performance against targets for 15 commercial office buildings.
  • Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
  • Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
  • Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.

Accounting & Human Resource Manager

Tekmill
03.2021 - 03.2022
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
  • Created budgets and forecasts for management group to meet regular accounting deadlines.
  • Implemented performance review and motivational strategies to elevate HR team results.
  • Streamlined HR efficiencies, coordinated new hire orientations and provided onboarding and training for all new employees.
  • Set, enforced and optimized internal policies to maintain responsiveness to demands.
  • Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating and cash and banking reconciliations.
  • Monitored 10-employee team while handling day-to-day accounting processes and financial accuracy

Office Manager

D1 Networks
08.2018 - 03.2021
  • Handled all incoming business and client requests for information.
  • Performed billing, collection and reporting functions for office generating over $4 million annually.
  • Tracked and recorded expenses and reconciled accounts to maintain accurate, current and compliant financial records.
  • Produced high-quality documents, spreadsheets and presentations for internal and customer-facing needs using Excel
  • Kept physical files and digitized records organized for easy updating and retrieval by authorized team members.
  • Oversaw office accounting functions such as AP/AR and payroll to keep finances accurate and current using Quickbooks and Excel.

Branch Supervisor

Commerce Bank
04.2017 - 08.2018
  • Developed an environment in compliance with all Federal and State legislation financial regulations.
  • Assisted front-line staff with handling difficulties, resolving problems and managing large transactions while also contributing to branch activity and reaching 10 of 12 goals to earn “Branch of the Year 2017”.
  • Submitted loan applications to loan underwriter for verification and recommendation.
  • Maintained confidentiality of bank records and client information to prevent mishandling of data and potential breaches.
  • Boosted branch sales by developing and deepening customer loyalty through incentive programs.
  • Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring/termination processes, coaching employees on company protocol and operations.
  • Identified and capitalized on community business opportunities with effective networking.

Personal Banking Associate

Commerce Bank
10.2016 - 04.2017
  • Earned “Top Personal Banking Associate” award (3 out of 6 months) for coaching, manager evaluation, and meeting goals.
  • Completed special procedures for customers such as ordering new checks, stopping payments or investigating identity theft.
  • Upheld strict financial controls by keeping funds secure and accurately transferring monies.
  • Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
  • Assisted customers with setting up or closing accounts, completing loan applications and signing up for new services.
  • Monitored customer behaviors and upheld strict protocols to prevent theft of assets.
  • Checked amount details and fraud markers for transaction papers such as checks and money orders.
  • Promoted products or services to each customer to consistently achieve sales targets.

Education

Associate of Science - Accounting

Parkland College
Champaign, IL
12.2021

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL
12.2016

Skills

    Microsoft Excel

    Accounts receivable

    Accounts payable

    Cash flow management

    Payroll management

    Financial budgeting

    Skilled in Sage 300, Sage Intacct, QBO

    Human resources

    P&L tracking

Software

Quickbooks

Microsoft Excel

Sage 300

Sage Intacct

Timeline

Finance & Operations Manager

Fox Development Corporation
04.2022 - Current

Accounting & Human Resource Manager

Tekmill
03.2021 - 03.2022

Office Manager

D1 Networks
08.2018 - 03.2021

Branch Supervisor

Commerce Bank
04.2017 - 08.2018

Personal Banking Associate

Commerce Bank
10.2016 - 04.2017

Associate of Science - Accounting

Parkland College

Bachelor of Science - Management Information Systems

Eastern Illinois University

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