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BRIAN CHADWICK
Hastings,MN
Summary
Staff accountant specializing in accounts payable and financial reporting. Achieved cost reductions and improved compliance through enhanced vendor relations and robust internal controls. Proficient in QuickBooks and NetSuite, facilitating streamlined financial operations.
Overview
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Perkins American Food CoHastings, USA
Kitchen Manager (Accounting & Operations)
04.2022 - 02.2026
Job overview
- Processed and verified AP transactions; ensured accurate financial documentation and coding.
- Analyzed sales, labor, and inventory data to support financial reporting.
- Strengthened internal controls, reducing food cost 5% and food gap 7%.
- Managed vendor accounts, purchase orders, and supply cost tracking.
- Supported audit readiness through accurate record keeping and compliance oversight.
Hy-Vee, IncCottage Grove, USA
Assistant Bakery Manager (Financial & Inventory Support)
10.2021 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Reviewed P&L statements and identified variances to support profitability.
- Conducted inventory analysis, reducing overstock/shortages 1.5%.
- Assisted with monthly/quarterly inventory reconciliation, reducing costs by 1%.
- Maintained purchasing records and ensured cost-efficient procurement.
Coborn’s IncHastings, USA
Bakery Supervisor (AP & Cost Control)
01.2018 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Reduced product costs by 2.3% and improved profit through cost controls 1.45%.
- Managed vendor relationships, streamlined ordering processes, and tracked inventory effectively.
- Facilitated 4.78% sales increase in 2020 through enhanced forecasting methods.
- Processed invoices in Accounts Payable, ensuring accuracy of financial records.
Education
DeVry University / Keller School of ManagementLisle, IL
Master of Accounting & Finance from Lisle, IL
06-2026
University Overview
- 3.96 GPA
- Graduated cum laude
DeVry UniversityLisle, IL
Graduate Certificate from Accounting
01-2025
Rasmussen CollegeEagan, MN
Bachelor’s Degree from Business Management
Eagan, MN
Skills
- Accounts Payable
- Reconciliation
- Journal Entries
- Financial Reporting
- P&L Review
- Accruals
- Variance Analysis
- Budget Monitoring
- Cost Analysis
- Internal Controls
- GAAP
- Excel
- QuickBooks
- NetSuite
- PeopleSoft
- JD Edwards
- Process Improvement
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
Certifications And Memberships
- ServSafe Certification
- CPR Certified
- Alpha Chi Honor Society
- National Society of Leadership and Success
Core Skills
Accounts Payable, Reconciliation, Journal Entries, Financial Reporting, P&L Review, Accruals, Variance Analysis, GAAP, Excel, QuickBooks, NetSuite, PeopleSoft, JD Edwards, HRIS, EDI, POS, Inventory Accounting, Cost Analysis, Budget Monitoring, Internal Controls, Audit Support, Training, Process Improvement, Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridSalary Range
$60000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Kitchen Manager (Accounting & Operations)
Perkins American Food Co
04.2022 - 02.2026
Assistant Bakery Manager (Financial & Inventory Support)
Hy-Vee, Inc
10.2021 - 04.2022
Bakery Supervisor (AP & Cost Control)
Coborn’s Inc
01.2018 - 10.2021
DeVry University / Keller School of Management
Master of Accounting & Finance from Lisle, IL
DeVry University
Graduate Certificate from Accounting
Rasmussen College
Bachelor’s Degree from Business Management