Christy Pounders
Joshua
Summary
Results-driven Accounting Manager with strengths in financial reporting, variance analysis, and budget compliance. Proven ability to implement cost-control measures and streamline processes for operational efficiency.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Manager
Alpha Oil Tools
Fort Worth, TX
12.2018 - Current
- Led financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Oversaw budget preparation and forecasting, aligning departmental goals with organizational strategy.
- Developed internal controls to mitigate financial risks and safeguard company assets.
- Analyzed and reported on financial data to support business decisions.
- Optimized cash flow management through careful analysis of accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory levels, and working capital requirements.
- Conducted detailed variance analyses to identify areas of improvement in financial performance.
- Implemented efficient budgeting processes to forecast expenses and monitor actual performance against projections.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with financial institutions, securing favorable terms for financing.
- Improved team productivity with introduction of new accounting software, leading training sessions for staff.
- Played key role in strategic decision-making, offering financial analysis that supported major company initiatives.
- Reduced outstanding accounts receivable through more effective communication strategies with clients.
- Oversaw payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution of employee payments.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
- Evaluated accounting software systems, recommending enhancements to improve functionality and user experience.
- Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees.
- Streamlined month-end closing procedures resulting in reduced processing time without compromising accuracy or completeness of the reports generated.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
- Coordinated efforts between the accounting team and other departments to ensure accuracy in interdepartmental transactions recording and proper cost allocation.
- Monitored budget allocation and expenditures to enforce compliance with company policies.
- Created and maintained financial databases for data entry, tracking and reporting.
- Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
Production and Inventory Coordinator
Weatherford USLP
Fort Worth, TX
06.2008 - 12.2018
- Coordinated production schedules to optimize workflow and meet delivery timelines.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring accurate stock replenishment and minimizing shortages.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced waste.
- Trained new staff on inventory management systems and best practices for production coordination.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends and recommend adjustments for capacity planning.
- Led cross-functional teams in implementing initiatives aimed at improving supply chain efficiency.
- Participated in regular meetings with upper management to provide updates on production efficiency, inventory levels, and overall department performance.
- Assisted in the development of annual budgets for both production and inventory departments, monitoring expenses throughout the year.
- Reduced lead times for client orders by proactively coordinating with cross-functional teams on production schedules.
- Enhanced production efficiency by identifying bottlenecks, analyzing root causes, and recommending solutions.
- Streamlined production processes by implementing efficient scheduling and inventory management techniques.
- Evaluated demand forecasts to determine optimal levels of safety stock and reorder points, minimizing stockouts while controlling carrying costs.
- Enforced workplace safety protocols within the production facility, conducting regular inspections to identify hazards and mitigate risks.
- Overcame supply chain disruptions by effectively managing backorders, expediting shipments when necessary, and communicating updates to stakeholders in a timely manner.
- Coordinated with production team to support productivity targets and deadline management.
- Assisted with budgeting and accounting of production-related tasks.
- Reviewed in-house stock to determine materials availability for production jobs.
- Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
- Reviewed documentation such as invoices and shipping paperwork for accuracy and compliance.
- Built relationships with customers and managed accounts to drive revenue and profit.
- Increased customer satisfaction and grew business by maintaining close relationships with customers.
Education
Real Estate
Champion School of Real Estate
Fort Worth, TX05-2018
Real Estate
Purvis Real Estate
Fort Worth, TX05-2016
Skills
- Journal entries
- Bookkeeping
- Financial reporting
- Bank reconciliation
- AP and AR management
- General ledger accounting
- Invoicing
- Bank account reconciliations
- Payment collection
- Payroll administration
- Finance
- Project management
- Payroll management
- Budget compliance
- Accounts receivable management
- Variance analysis
- Trend forecasting
- Cash flow management
- ERP systems expertise
- Inventory auditing
- Tax documentation
- AP/AR supervision
- Budget forecasting
- Human resources
Timeline
Accounting Manager
Alpha Oil Tools
12.2018 - Current
Production and Inventory Coordinator
Weatherford USLP
06.2008 - 12.2018
Real Estate
Champion School of Real Estate
Real Estate
Purvis Real Estate