Chris Ricketts
Nashville,TN
Summary
Results-driven accounting and finance professional with over 7 years of experience across cost accounting, financial reporting, audit, and business management. Proven ability to streamline financial operations, support tax preparation, and manage complex budgeting processes. Adept at working cross-functionally, leading teams, and delivering accurate, actionable financial insights.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Manager
Wiatr & Associates, LLC
10.2022 - Current
- Prepare and issue monthly financial statements for high-net-worth clients and related entities
- Assist with year-end tax preparation and collaborate with the tax team to ensure timely and accurate filings
- Create custom client budgets and oversee daily financial operations
- Perform routine accounting functions, including journal entries and onboarding new clients
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and systems
Cost Accounting Manager
Hunter Fan Company
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Designed and implemented standard costing structures for all inventory SKUs
- Partnered with Supply & Demand to monitor inventory and freight costs
- Collaborated with the overseas manufacturing plant to track and verify raw material costs and ensure accuracy in landed cost calculations
- Worked closely with the Industrial Fan division in Nashville, TN to manage plant-specific inventory costing, production variances, and month-end financial reporting
- Managed all month-end inventory journal entries and account reconciliations
- Trained and supervised a Cost Analyst, ensuring continuity and process improvement
Senior Cost Analyst
Hunter Fan Company
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Worked directly under the Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) team, supporting business leaders with data-driven insights to guide operational and financial decision-making
- Supported quarterly and year-end budget planning across departments
- Analyzed cost projections including freight, currency fluctuations, and purchase price variances
- Assisted in the development of annual fiscal plans
Assurance Senior
Ernst & Young
09.2017 - 10.2020
- Led audits for public and private manufacturing clients, with a focus on inventory-heavy operations and cost accounting processes
- Conducted inventory observations, tested standard costing and cost of sales, and evaluated internal controls over inventory management
- Supervised and trained audit staff, managing workflow and ensuring compliance with professional standards and deadlines
- Collaborated with client finance teams and leadership to resolve complex accounting issues and present clear audit findings
Education
Master of Science -
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05-2017
Bachelor of Science -
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05-2016
Skills
- Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, basic macros)
- Microsoft Word and Powerpoint
- Accounting Systems (Xero, Sage)
- Payroll Systems (Gusto, ADP)
- Financial management
- Customer service
- Project management
- Employee management
Timeline
Business Manager
Wiatr & Associates, LLC
10.2022 - Current
Cost Accounting Manager
Hunter Fan Company
12.2021 - 10.2022
Senior Cost Analyst
Hunter Fan Company
10.2020 - 12.2021
Assurance Senior
Ernst & Young
09.2017 - 10.2020
Master of Science -
Mississippi State University
Bachelor of Science -
Mississippi State University
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