CRISTINA C. ASH
Granbury,TX
Summary
Finance professional with expertise in accounting, financial reporting, human resources, payroll, and compliance. Experienced in business financing, grant writing, program management, and process improvement across private and public-sector organizations. Demonstrated ability to manage complex and evolving responsibilities with a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and adaptability, while consistently delivering thorough and reliable results. Currently pursuing an MBA with an expected graduation date of May 2027.
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Finance
Granbury Door and Window
10.2022 - Current
- Directed all accounting and financial operations, including budgeting, payroll, invoicing, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting.
- Optimized financial performance through contract negotiations, risk mitigation, and continuous analysis of expense trends.
- Provided financial analysis and strategic recommendations on profitability, cash flow, pricing, and operational performance.
- Developed and enforced policies and procedures related to accounting systems, internal controls, quality assurance, and purchasing.
- Coordinated audit activities with external agencies, ensuring timely and precise completion of audits.
- Oversaw billing, lien waivers, pay applications, and cost tracking for commercial projects, ensuring accurate financial documentation.
- Created detailed bid proposals and cost estimates for commercial construction projects including labor, materials, equipment and subcontractor costs.
- Participated in post-construction reviews and evaluations to assess overall success and profitability.
- Conducted site visits to assess potential challenges and incorporate risk assessments into project estimates.
- Trained and mentored employees in accounting, customer service, and materials management, enhancing team capabilities.
- Managed payroll, benefits administration, onboarding, compliance, and HR functions, supporting a workforce of 15 to 20 employees.
- Led financial and administrative aspects of business ownership transition, including payroll and software migration and regulatory compliance.
Youth Development Volunteer
Peace Corps Ukraine
03.2016 - 05.2018
- Designed and executed youth leadership programs focused on career development and healthy lifestyles.
- Planned and coordinated 12 youth camps, serving as head director for three.
- Developed English language education programs for youth and adults.
- Organized community service initiatives that provided support and resources for orphaned and underserved children.
- Created professional development training for educators, enhancing teaching skills and fostering better learning environments.
- Facilitated community events promoting cultural exchange and engagement.
- Collaborated with local organizations to enhance resources available for youth programs, increasing accessibility and engagement.
- Coordinated fundraising events to support program operations.
Program Specialist
South Plains Association of Governments
03.2012 - 02.2016
- Wrote and administered federal and state grant programs across 15-county region, ensuring alignment with community development and economic goals.
- Implemented community projects and coordinated resource sharing to advance regional collaboration on diverse initiatives.
- Developed annual Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for the region.
- Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies on economic development initiatives.
- Originated, underwrote, and closed SBA 504 and revolving loan fund financing for small businesses.
- Managed portfolio of 87 active loans exceeding $39.6 million in value.
- Supervised development and distribution of program materials, ensuring quality, accuracy, and community awareness.
Education
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Texas Permian Basin
Odessa, TX05-2027
Master of Science - Forensic Science
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX12-2011
Bachelor Science - Multidisciplinary Science
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX12-2009
Skills
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Cost accounting
- Risk management and mitigation
- Mergers and acquisitions support
- Internal controls management
- Business process improvement
- KPI tracking
- Project management
- Contract negotiation
- Strategic planning
- Human resources
- Grant writing and administration
- SBA lending programs
- Take-offs and proposals
- Controls implementation
- Policy development
- QuickBooks Desktop and Online
- Office and G Suite
- CRM: Service Fusion, Jobber, Zoho
Honors | Memberships
- Granbury Citizen’s Police Academy, Alumni
- Lake Granbury Master Gardener, Member
- Horatio Alger Association, Alumni
- Mirabeau B. Lamar Award of Excellence
- Bill Gates Millennium Scholar
- Returned Peace Corps Volunteer
Certification
- Quickbooks Certified
- OSHA 10
- Notary Public
Timeline
Director of Finance
Granbury Door and Window
10.2022 - Current
Youth Development Volunteer
Peace Corps Ukraine
03.2016 - 05.2018
Program Specialist
South Plains Association of Governments
03.2012 - 02.2016
Master of Business Administration (MBA) -
University of Texas Permian Basin
Master of Science - Forensic Science
Texas Tech University
Bachelor Science - Multidisciplinary Science
Texas Tech University