Famous Software
Open To Work
Jacob Craig
Irvine,CA
Summary
Trusted Accounting Manager with 7+ years of progressive accounting experience in streamlining financial operations and leading team improvements. Expert in financial reporting and accounts receivable management, successfully reducing outstanding receivables. Adept communicator and mentor, skilled at fostering vendor relationships and driving effective process enhancements Drive improvements to accounting operations to support organizational objectives and strategic growth. Well versed in keeping accounts updated and accounting professionals on-task to handle dynamic conditions. Excellent planning, leadership and decision-making abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
Work History
Senior Accountant
Eggs Unlimited
Irvine, California
07.2025 - 12.2025
- Developed new chart of accounts and accounting workflows to facilitate division launch.
- Conducted inventory reconciliation for approximately 1.3 million cases of movement.
- Reduced inventory variance from over 20% to 0.32% by designing automated reconciliation formulas.
- Created and documented Standard Operating Procedures to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
- Contributed to ERP system enhancements, focusing on automation projects.
- Represented company at industry trade show, fostering relationships with over 70 vendors and customers.
- Maintained comprehensive pricing sheet for over 1,000 items, consolidating data from more than 20 vendors.
- Built and coded item master with over 2,000 unique SKUs, ensuring accurate setup and integration.
Accounting Manager
Becles Inc.
Placentia, CA
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Oversaw full-cycle accounting operations using QuickBooks, including payroll, A/P, A/R, financial reporting, and Walmart claims via Retail Link.
- Ensured timely and accurate fulfillment of orders to major retailers including Walmart, Chewy, Amazon, and various independent pet stores.
- Managed procurement of all raw materials for product manufacturing, including PET plastic packaging, chemical components, and other inventory needs.
- Led the hiring process as in-house HR, from candidate screening to interviewing and onboarding, enhancing team capabilities.
- Acted as a key liaison with overseas suppliers in China, maintaining strong vendor relationships to drive new product development.
Accounts Receivable Manager
Gem-Pack Berries
Irvine, CA
01.2023 - 03.2024
- Managed $80M in receivables with less than 1% 90+
- Reduced average days outstanding by 8 days.
- Trained A/R team and implemented policy improvements.
- Created custom Excel macros for daily trend analysis.
- Partnered with Sales and Customer Service to address payment issues.
- Produced cash flow insights and accurate financial reporting.
Accounts Receivable Supervisor
Gem-Pack Berries
Irvine, CA
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Oversaw invoicing and collections for Walmart, Costco, Kroger, and more.
- Navigated customer portals to investigate rejections, short-pays, and slow-pays.
- Worked with freight vendors to gather BOLs and submit claims.
- Made strategic overrides and write-off decisions.
- Streamlined billing preferences and improved cash collections.
- Produced debt covenant reports and facilitated daily reconciliation meetings.
Senior Accounting Associate
Gem-Pack Berries
Irvine, CA
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Processed 5,000+ vendor invoices monthly and $8-10M in weekly ACH payments.
- Reconciled vendor accounts, researched variances, and corrected GL entries.
- Automated invoice uploads and email remittance notices.
- Established paperless vendor workflows including W-9s and payment terms.
- Filed accurate 1099s and supported external audits.
- Ensured proper year-end cost splits and cut-off for audit compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Accounting
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05-2026
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CA05.2023
Associate of Science - Accounting
Irvine Valley College
Irvine, CA05.2020
Skills
- Accounts Receivable
- Financial Reporting
- Internal: Income Statement
- Balance Sheet
- Customer / Vendor Relationship Management
- Accounts Payable
- Bank & Loan Reconciliations
- Microsoft Excel
- QuickBooks proficiency
- Inventory management
- Process improvement
- Training/Mentorship
- Payroll administration
Certification
Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel
Software
QuickBooks
Produce Plan
Billcom
Work Availability
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Timeline
Senior Accountant
Eggs Unlimited
07.2025 - 12.2025
Accounting Manager
Becles Inc.
09.2024 - 07.2025
Accounts Receivable Manager
Gem-Pack Berries
01.2023 - 03.2024
Accounts Receivable Supervisor
Gem-Pack Berries
01.2021 - 01.2023
Senior Accounting Associate
Gem-Pack Berries
01.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Accounting
California State University, Fullerton
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Irvine Valley College
Associate of Science - Accounting
Irvine Valley College