Daniel Wood
Mena,AR
Summary
Proven financial leader with a track record of enhancing profitability and streamlining financial operations at Nidec Motor Corporation. Expert in budget development, financial forecasting, and implementing robust financial controls. Demonstrates exceptional staff management and strategic planning skills, significantly improving financial performance and operational efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Nidec Motor Corporation
Mena, AR
04.2022 - Current
- Managed the preparation of annual budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections
- Monitored internal controls to ensure compliance with policies
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with suppliers and vendors
- Managed internal systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency in reporting
- Monitored fixed asset activity to ensure proper depreciation expense recording
- Maintained capital equipment and depreciation schedules to preserve conditions
- Analyzed financial data, identified trends, and developed strategies for cost savings and improved profitability
- Handled cash management and forecasting functions to facilitate financial operations
- Prepared and distributed month-end financial statements
Controller
P&P Co
Remote, AR
09.2021 - 04.2022
- Monitored internal controls to ensure compliance with policies
- Negotiated contracts and agreements with suppliers and vendors
- Managed internal systems to ensure accuracy and efficiency in reporting
- Prepared and distributed month-end financial statements
- Supervised staff responsible for preparing quarterly payroll tax filings and payments
- Reviewed monthly sales tax returns prepared by staff accountants for accuracy and completeness
- Ensured compliance with GAAP principles in all transactions and reporting activities
Director Of Finance And Operations
Texas Home School Coalition
Remote, AR
10.2019 - 08.2021
- Delivered complete and accurate financial information to satisfy management, lenders and regulatory agencies
- Maintained relationships with banking partners to facilitate capital needs of organization
- Oversaw accounts payable department ensuring accurate vendor payments in a timely manner
- Directed month-end closing process including journal entries, reconciliations, and variance analysis
- Handled cash management and forecasting functions to facilitate financial operations
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through effective negotiation with vendors and suppliers
- Mentored high-performing team members by instilling best practices across finance
- Coordinated annual audit process by providing timely information requested by auditors
- Developed long-term strategic plans that aligned with organizational goals and objectives
- Designed processes for cash flow management and improved liquidity position of the company
- Managed budgeting process including forecasting, variance analysis, and cost control
- Created monthly, quarterly, annual financial reports for senior management review
- Oversaw accounts payable, receivable activities ensuring accuracy in billing, payment cycles
Ranch Foreman
Circle C Ranch
Mena, AR
04.2018 - 09.2019
- Proficient in using a variety of agricultural equipment including tractors, mowers, balers and combines
- Performed routine vaccinations and administered medications as needed according to veterinary instructions
- Implemented best practices for breeding, calving and weaning programs to maximize cattle production
Project Manager
Powerhouse Retail Services
Crowley, TX
10.2017 - 03.2018
- Provided clear direction to internal teams, setting expectations and due dates for deliverables
- Devised plans and schedules for concurrent projects to meet established deadlines
Commercial Insurance Agent
Arkansas Valley Insurance
Mena, AR
09.2012 - 07.2017
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated successful solutions with internal and external stakeholders
- Coordinated team members to ensure tasks were completed on time and within budget
- Traveled to customer sites to keep projects on schedule while maintaining high quality
- Managed project budget and oversaw expenditures to keep costs controlled and within budget parameters
- Organized and led kickoff and status meetings to communicate project expectations prior to project execution
- Evaluated data and conducted ROI analyses to measure success of projects and programs
- Performed financial analyses of companies seeking commercial insurance coverage as part of underwriting process
- Evaluated customer portfolios on an ongoing basis to identify changes that may affect insurance coverages
- Cultivated strong relationships with existing clients through regular follow-up communication
- Provided comprehensive customer service to ensure clients' satisfaction with products and services
- Identified customer needs to recommend appropriate solutions for their business requirements
- Researched industry trends and market conditions to keep abreast of competitive pricing strategies
- Utilized advanced problem solving skills to resolve complex customer inquiries efficiently
- Developed expertise in commercial insurance policies, including property and casualty coverage
Education
Masters Of Professional Accounting - Accounting
University Of Eastern Washington
05.2024
Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
University Of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR, US05.2019
Bachelors Of Business - Risk Management
University Of Central Arkansas
Conway, AR, US05.2012
Skills
- Staff Management
- Budget Administration
- Budget Development
- Closing Process Management
- Cash Flow Management
- Management of Financial Resources
- Financial Controls Implementation
- Corporate finance
- Preparing financial statements
- Financial strategy management
- Internal control management
- Executive leadership advisement
- Corporate strategic planning
- Financial forecasting
- Expense control
- Budget compliance
- Financial controls implementation
Timeline
Controller
Nidec Motor Corporation
04.2022 - Current
Controller
P&P Co
09.2021 - 04.2022
Director Of Finance And Operations
Texas Home School Coalition
10.2019 - 08.2021
Ranch Foreman
Circle C Ranch
04.2018 - 09.2019
Project Manager
Powerhouse Retail Services
10.2017 - 03.2018
Commercial Insurance Agent
Arkansas Valley Insurance
09.2012 - 07.2017
Masters Of Professional Accounting - Accounting
University Of Eastern Washington
Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.) -
University Of Central Arkansas
Bachelors Of Business - Risk Management
University Of Central Arkansas
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