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Overview
Work History
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Ginger Waddell

Smyrna,GA

Summary

Dynamic financial leader with extensive experience at Waddell Leather, specializing in financial reporting and tax compliance. Demonstrated success in optimizing cost management strategies and enhancing cash flow. Skilled in inventory control and ensuring regulatory compliance, merging analytical expertise with strong interpersonal skills to propel organizational success.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Controller

Waddell Leather
Smyrna, GA
10.2016 - Current
  • Managed purchasing processes to optimize cost of goods sold (COGS).
  • Prepared monthly and annual financial statements for accurate reporting.
  • Executed yearly tax preparation to ensure compliance with regulations.
  • Conducted sales tax reporting and submission to maintain financial integrity.
  • Oversaw yearly tax reporting and payments to meet deadlines efficiently.

Part Time Controller

Party Explosions
Austell, GA
08.2016 - 03.2020
  • Executed month-end closing procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting.
  • Prepared comprehensive financial documents for stakeholder review and compliance.
  • Conducted physical inventory assessments and variance analysis to identify discrepancies.
  • Managed fixed assets, depreciation schedules, and capital expenditures effectively.
  • Analyzed cost of goods sold (COGS) to optimize pricing strategies.
  • Processed accounts receivable and payable entries, ensuring timely payments.
  • Performed bank and credit card reconciliations to maintain accurate cash flow records.
  • Administered payroll and human resources functions to support employee management.

Kason Industries

Senior Accountant
Newnan, GA
08.2014 - 08.2016
  • Prepared financial documents to support organizational reporting and compliance.
  • Conducted full balance sheet analysis for eight locations, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
  • Executed intercompany reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Completed bank reconciliations for 15 accounts, aligning discrepancies effectively.
  • Facilitated month-end and year-end closings to ensure timely financial reporting.
  • Assisted with external audits, providing necessary documentation and support.
  • Managed volume rebates, optimizing cash flow and revenue recognition.
  • Supported operations generating 100 million in sales annually.

Controller

SealMaster Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
12.2010 - 08.2014
  • Executed month-end closing procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting.
  • Prepared comprehensive financial documents for stakeholder review and compliance.
  • Conducted physical inventory assessments and variance analysis to identify discrepancies.
  • Managed fixed assets, depreciation schedules, and capital expenditures effectively.
  • Analyzed cost of goods sold (COGS) to optimize pricing strategies.
  • Processed accounts receivable and payable entries, ensuring timely payments.
  • Performed bank and credit card reconciliations to maintain accurate cash flow records.
  • Administered payroll and human resources functions to support employee management.

Asst Controller/Controller

HMS Host/Aldeasa
Atlanta, GA
05.2005 - 11.2010
  • Established first US-run duty-free operation for 200-300 employees, managing multiple currencies.
  • Facilitated US Customs and FBI clearance processes to ensure compliance.
  • Executed inventory management and operations reporting to improve efficiency.
  • Conducted reconciliations while maintaining stringent cash control measures.
  • Prepared financial statements for accurate reporting across three duty-free stores.
  • Managed financial preparation for 39 shops within Atlanta Airport.
  • Oversaw payroll for over 1,500 employees, ensuring timely processing.
  • Supervised cash room operations, handling $76 million in annual sales.

Education

General Business/Accounting - Accounting

Volunteer State College
Tennessee
05-2001

Skills

  • Financial reporting and analysis
  • Tax compliance and preparation
  • Cost management strategies
  • Inventory control
  • Cash flow optimization
  • Regulatory adherence

Accomplishments

  • GPA 3.98 Summa Cum Laude Graduate
  • Member of Phi Beta Cappa

Certification

  • ADP Certification

Timeline

Controller

Waddell Leather
10.2016 - Current

Part Time Controller

Party Explosions
08.2016 - 03.2020

Kason Industries

Senior Accountant
08.2014 - 08.2016

Controller

SealMaster Atlanta
12.2010 - 08.2014

Asst Controller/Controller

HMS Host/Aldeasa
05.2005 - 11.2010

General Business/Accounting - Accounting

Volunteer State College

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