Jared Poling
Grove City,Ohio
Summary
Dedicated controller with a robust history of delivering precise and timely financial statements, specializing in month-end processes, reconciliations, and financial planning & analysis (FP&A). Proven expertise in overseeing Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions, with a track record of effective team management. Seeking opportunities to contribute my financial acumen and leadership skills in a dynamic professional environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
AdVon Commerce
09.2023 - Current
- Responsible for developing the accounting function within the brand to be both highly functional within an entrepreneurial environment
- Oversee all aspects of financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Responsible for month end close, reporting and integration into Ascential’s shared services and corporate ERP systems
- Spearheaded the Collections Department as head, leading the implementation and creation of comprehensive reporting mechanisms for enhanced performance tracking and strategic decision-making
- Managed all accounting operations including Billing, A/R, Sales Tax, A/P and GL Accounting
- Perform/Review/Evaluate all balance sheet account reconciliations, investigating unusual or unexpected account balances, account relationships, and account flux explanations
- Coach team on their work including process improvement and new business models.
- Five direct reports
Controller
Aramark Uniform Services
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Plan, direct, and organize the accurate and timely reporting and forecasting of financial information for our Columbus and Pittsburgh locations including month end closing, preparing, and reviewing account reconciliations, and analysis
- Supervised all market center office staff
- Two in Columbus and two in Pittsburgh
- Drive contract compliance, billing accuracy, and timely/comprehensive collection of outstanding A/R balances
- Oversee AP analysis by making sure purchase orders are created properly and invoices are paid
- Assist in researching and resolving accounting issues and projects passed down from Regional Finance Director
- Work closely with the Market Center's General Managers and other market center and finance management
- Oversee the reviewing and approval of payroll weekly
- Oversee the monthly inventory process and auditing of inventory variances.
- Four direct reports
Accounting Manager
Custom Glass Solutions
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Monthly general ledger closing process via preparation of accounting journal entries, performing analysis of accounts and accruals, and posting journal entries into the system
- Develop monthly business plan to forecast and budget financials for our Fostoria Plant
- In charge of month end closing and financial reporting for our Fostoria plant
- Perform monthly account reconciliations for assigned accounts, including research, preparing any correcting entries for approval, and posting
- Lead the A/P and A/R team processes
- Work closely with the Controller and CFO to perform other special projects and tasks as needed
- Was apart of a team project that surrounded the Cost Accounting of our manufactured goods at our Fostoria plant and where we can create better margins.
Staff Accountant
Custom Glass Solutions
11.2020 - 10.2021
- Analyzed and reconciled various accounts, including accounts receivable, accounts payable and inventory
- Prepared and reviewed journal entries, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information
- Assisted accounts payable and accounts receivable, resulting in improved cash flow and reduced overdue payments (processed 500 invoices monthly on average)
- Assisted Accounting Manager with month end closing for our Fostoria Plant.
ERP Intern/Accountant
Kalmbach Feeds
09.2019 - 07.2020
- Assisted with the implementation and testing of the new ERP software
- Provided step by step documentation for new accounting & operation onboarding for new ERP software
- Conduct regular audits of financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations (Truck mileage)
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial records, including accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Process Vendor Invoices at high volume.
Education
Bachelors in Accounting -
Ohio Northern University
12.2019
Skills
- Month-End and Year-End Closings
- Management Accounting
- Collections Understanding
- Executive Leadership Advisement
- Financial Strategy Management
- Balance Sheet Management
- Cost Accounting
- Financial Planning
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Inventory Reconciliation
- Inventory Reporting
Timeline
Controller
AdVon Commerce
09.2023 - Current
Controller
Aramark Uniform Services
03.2022 - 09.2023
Accounting Manager
Custom Glass Solutions
10.2021 - 03.2022
Staff Accountant
Custom Glass Solutions
11.2020 - 10.2021
ERP Intern/Accountant
Kalmbach Feeds
09.2019 - 07.2020
Bachelors in Accounting -
Ohio Northern University