Jose Arturo Cavazos Jr
Pharr,TX
Summary
Professional and dedicated team player experienced in overseeing operations of individual and multi-unit facilities. Develops successful programs to improve profitability. Seeking new position with exciting challenges where great skills will be valued.
Discerning professional with many years of hands-on experience in financial management and program leadership. Familiar with regulatory requirements and optimal approaches for keeping systems current and compliant. Forward-thinking leader responsive to changing demands.
Skilled professional inspired and motivated to help customers build financial independence.
Versatile professional adept in financial analysis, audit support, account reconciliations and collections. Proficient in preparing financial statements, monitoring controls and completing closings. Highly detail-oriented, proactive, and diligent.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Finance
Bert Ogden Buick Gmc
Edinburg, Texas
03.2024 - Current
- Developed and maintained strong banking relationships, securing favorable terms for credit facilities and other financial services.
- Created reports analyzing current projects' profitability against projected targets.
- Mentored junior staff members in accounting practices and principles.
- Evaluated existing systems of control and made recommendations for improvement where necessary.
- Used hedging to mitigate financial risks related to interest rates on company's borrowings.
- Developed and maintained short-term and long-term financial plans.
- Facilitated cross-departmental collaboration to align financial management with operational and strategic objectives.
- Created financial management mechanisms to minimize financial risk to business.
Finance Manager
Linares Auto Center
McAllen, TX
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Implemented a system of internal controls that improved compliance with GAAP regulations.
- Led financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Analyzed competitors and market trends to facilitate business growth.
Maintenance Foreman
Brock Services
Corpus Christi, Texas
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Designed, fabricated and installed upgrades to improve existing equipment.
- Oversaw team in completing job tasks quickly and accurately with appropriate use of instruments and tools.
- Coordinated efficient maintenance schedules to keep systems running at peak levels.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet expected demands without overreaching budget targets.
- Trained new employees on safe operation of machinery as well as basic repair techniques.
- Inspected completed work orders to verify accuracy of repairs or installations.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Documented process improvements that increased productivity while reducing costs associated with repairs or replacements.
- Provided technical advice to staff members regarding mechanical issues related to manufacturing processes.
Branch Operations Manager
World Finance
Brownsville, Texas
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Achieved retention rate of with highly-satisfied client base, exceeding on surveys.
- Complied with company policies and government regulations to prevent and detect rule violations and protect organization from fines and lawsuits.
- Trained assistant managers on all banking and customer service policies.
- Assigned duties to employees and examined work for accuracy, neatness and timeliness.
- Reviewed customer account information for accuracy and completeness.
- Generated daily reports to comply with Bank Secrecy Acts.
- Coached staff on policies, procedures and performance strategies.
- Coordinated customer service initiatives and staff training.
- Prepared monthly reports on branch performance metrics.
- Disciplined employees to encourage compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Coordinated approval or rejection of lines of credit or commercial, real estate or personal loans.
- Elevated customer and vendor satisfaction ratings by resolving worksite damage and product issues for speedy resolutions.
- Worked cross-functionally to plan and establish branch goals, supporting strategic objectives.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Established and built customer relationships through targeted outreach and initiatives.
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by partnering with sales team to reevaluate and ensure peak product placement.
Account Manager
World Finance
Weslaco, Texas
02.2021 - 04.2022
- Operated register, handled cash and processed credit card transactions.
- Monitored competitor activities in order to stay ahead of the competition.
- Conferred with management to offer feedback on operations and promotions based on customer preferences and purchasing habits.
- Monitored industry trends and made recommendations for changes in strategy accordingly.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner.
- Renewed existing accounts by building relationships with clients.
- Replenished and arranged items to maintain appearance.
- Negotiated contracts with clients to maximize profitability.
- Participated in trade shows, conferences, and networking events to represent the company and attract new business.
- Listened to customer needs to identify and recommend best products and services.
- Produced sales documents, finalized deals and filed records.
- Conducted regular business reviews with clients to understand their needs and align products and services accordingly.
- Maintained an in-depth knowledge of industry trends, competitors, and market conditions to provide strategic advice to clients.
- Developed strategies to increase revenue from existing accounts.
- Recognized security risks to properly handle situations.
Finance Manager
McAllen Motorcars
McAllen, Texas
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Implemented a system of internal controls that improved compliance with GAAP regulations.
- Led financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
- Analyzed competitors and market trends to facilitate business growth.
- Approved and qualified applications for financing, closed sales contracts and cross-sold insurance products while complying with state laws.
- Supervised and mentored finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Managed investment portfolios, assessing risk and return to make informed decisions.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and effectiveness in financial operations.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors in order to obtain competitive pricing structures.
- Calculated and prepared checks for utilities, taxes, and other payments.
- Managed relationships with investors, providing updates and addressing inquiries to maintain confidence.
- Recommended new financial and accounting software packages. replacing various non-integrated offerings.
Education
High School Diploma -
PSJA North Early College High School
Pharr, TX07-2020
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
South Texas College
McAllen, TX12-2019
Skills
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Working capital management
- Internal controls
- Investment analysis
- Audit management
- Revenue recognition
- Debt management
- Business partnering
- General ledger accounting
- Financial strategy development
- Financial statement preparation
- Account analysis
- Financial reporting and analysis
Timeline
Director of Finance
Bert Ogden Buick Gmc
03.2024 - Current
Finance Manager
Linares Auto Center
08.2023 - 02.2024
Maintenance Foreman
Brock Services
10.2022 - 05.2023
Branch Operations Manager
World Finance
05.2022 - 09.2022
Account Manager
World Finance
02.2021 - 04.2022
Finance Manager
McAllen Motorcars
01.2020 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
PSJA North Early College High School
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
South Texas College