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Craig Jolly

Huntsville,AL

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Cumulus Media New Holdings
06.2021 - 11.2024
  • Provided general accounting procedures for client and other tasks as assigned by management
  • Managed and processed over 1,000 monthly invoices with 98% accuracy, ensuring timely billing and collections for a diverse client portfolio
  • Reduced outstanding receivables by 25% within six months by implementing proactive follow-up strategies with delinquent accounts
  • Reconciled accounts for over 50 clients monthly, achieving a 95% resolution rate for discrepancies

Assistant Business Manager

Cumulus Media Nashville
06.2018 - 06.2021
  • Provided general accounting procedures for client and other tasks as assigned by management
  • Managed and processed over 1,000 monthly invoices with 98% accuracy, ensuring timely billing and collections for a diverse client portfolio
  • Reduced outstanding receivables by 25% within six months by implementing proactive follow-up strategies with delinquent accounts
  • Reconciled accounts for over 50 clients monthly, achieving a 95% resolution rate for discrepancies
  • Assisted by coding and uploading accounts payable invoices so vendors could get paid in a timely manner

Executive Producer & Broadcaster

SSPN, LLC
06.2023 - Current
  • Produced and directed over 50 hours of live and pre-recorded broadcasts annually, achieving a 25% increase in viewer engagement through compelling content and innovative storytelling techniques
  • Spearheaded the development of new programming strategies, resulting in a 15% growth in audience reach across multiple platforms within one year
  • Optimized production workflows by implementing advanced broadcasting technologies and streamlined processes, reducing production time by 20%

Executive Producer & Broadcaster

National Collegiate Roller Hockey Association
04.2013 - Current
  • Directed and produced over 150 live and recorded broadcasts annually, increasing event viewership by 35% through engaging commentary and dynamic visual presentations
  • Developed and implemented strategic content plans that expanded digital platform reach by 20% and enhanced fan engagement through targeted social media campaigns
  • Streamlined production operations by introducing cutting-edge broadcasting tools, reducing setup time by 25% and ensuring 100% on-time event coverage
  • Trained and mentored a team of 10 broadcasters and production staff, improving team performance by 30% and delivering consistent, high-caliber coverage across all events

Board Operator and Producer

Cumulus Media Nashville
03.2010 - 11.2024
  • Produced and ran the board for live broadcasts and events

Summary

  • Organized Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist with 6 years of experience in accounts receivable and accounting fields. Highly skilled leader in training and leadership of team members to accurately process payments using credit cards, checks, and cash. Detailed manager of accounting processes with clarity and deliberation despite heavy workloads.
  • Experienced Business Manager skillful in monitoring and managing daily business operations with focus on continuous improvement. Transforms underperforming operations into successful enterprises using resourcefulness and high-level business acumen. Decisive and analytical with 6-year history of successful industry performance.
  • Innovative Producer with 12 years of experience in all aspects of video production. Visionary creator, editor, storyteller and business operations manager with demonstrated to take an idea from concept to delivery to produce entertaining and inspiring pieces. Collaborative in working closely with strategic and creative teams to develop and produce quality video content. Expertise in preproduction logistics, planning, production, custom graphics composition, special effects, and asset management.

Education

MBA - Finance, Business Administration, & Accounting

South College
Knoxville, TN
03.2018 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcasting & Electonic Media Communication

Middle Tennessee State University
Murfreesboro, TN
08.2004 - 08.2006

Associate of Science - Accounting

Columbia State Community College
Columbia, TN
08.2002 - 08.2004

High School Diploma -

Columbia Central High School
Columbia, TN
08.1998 - 05.2002

Skills

  • Logistics organization
  • Production leadership
  • Talent engagement
  • Editorial content management
  • Digital media
  • Post-production experience
  • Pre-production
  • Staff supervision
  • Creative vision implementation
  • Producing special events
  • Audio production
  • Research skills
  • Broadcast operations
  • Copyediting skills
  • Talent acquisition
  • Leading shoots
  • Project planning
  • Creative direction
  • Schedule coordination
  • Month-end closing
  • Dispute resolution
  • Financial statement preparation
  • Bank reconciliation
  • GAAP
  • Invoice processing
  • Accounts receivable management
  • Credit risk assessment
  • Auditing procedures
  • Payment reconciliation
  • Cash application
  • Investigative research
  • Aging reports analysis
  • Accurate payment posting
  • Payment management
  • Bill processing
  • Credit and collections
  • Codes reviewing
  • Adjustment posting
  • Statement issuing
  • Audit procedures
  • Data entry and management
  • Payment posting
  • Data inputting
  • Bookkeeping
  • Financial reporting
  • Spreadsheets and journal entries
  • Information gathering and analysis
  • Customer service support
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Financial management
  • Accounts receivable expertise
  • Statement preparation
  • Finance
  • Generally accepted accounting principles
  • Invoicing proficiency
  • Financial records and reporting
  • Month-end closing procedures
  • Account reconciliation
  • Process improvements
  • Research and due diligence
  • Invoice preparation
  • Cross-functional team collaboration
  • Strong client relations skills
  • Payment coding
  • Expense tracking
  • Purchase order management
  • Vendor relations
  • Statement reconciliation
  • ERP systems proficiency
  • GAAP principles
  • Report preparation
  • Statement review
  • Payment processing
  • Payment scheduling
  • Transaction reviewing
  • Entry recording
  • Account resolution

Work Availability

monday
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wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments

  • Achieved improved graphics and game introductions by introducing Final Cut Pro & Adobe After Effects for multiple national roller hockey tournaments.
  • Supervised team of 25 staff members.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Documented and resolved aging discrepiences which led to cleaner accounts.
  • Achieved accurate cash posting and reconciliation by completing multiple checks with accuracy and efficiency.

Software

Microsoft Office

Adobe Applications

Final Cut Pro

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Executive Producer & Broadcaster

SSPN, LLC
06.2023 - Current

Accounts Receivable Specialist

Cumulus Media New Holdings
06.2021 - 11.2024

Assistant Business Manager

Cumulus Media Nashville
06.2018 - 06.2021

MBA - Finance, Business Administration, & Accounting

South College
03.2018 - 09.2019

Executive Producer & Broadcaster

National Collegiate Roller Hockey Association
04.2013 - Current

Board Operator and Producer

Cumulus Media Nashville
03.2010 - 11.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Broadcasting & Electonic Media Communication

Middle Tennessee State University
08.2004 - 08.2006

Associate of Science - Accounting

Columbia State Community College
08.2002 - 08.2004

High School Diploma -

Columbia Central High School
08.1998 - 05.2002
Craig Jolly