Kristina Hughes
Greater Houston,TX
Summary
Results-driven Financial Controller with over a decade of financial leadership experience and a master's degree in accountancy. Proven expertise in financial reporting, budget management, and strategic financial initiatives. Experienced in implementing innovative systems and tools to enhance efficiency, minimize errors, and automate tasks. Strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and meticulous attention to detail. Proven leadership and successful in leading teams in achieving financial goals. Accomplished in working with executive leaders to develop business, financial and growth strategies.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Industrial Railroad and Civil Services LLC
11.2023 - Current
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 60+ employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Collaborated with other functional areas to develop integrated solutions for complex business challenges related to finance operations.
- Prepared detailed variance analyses on a monthly basis, enabling more effective tracking of actuals versus forecasted figures.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, identifying inefficiencies and reallocating resources to achieve optimal results.
- Projected monthly cash expenditures through efficient budgeting and detailed document reviews.
Financial Controller - Real Estate Development/Construction/Consulting
Urban Genesis
01.2016 - 10.2023
- Ensured precision and timeliness of financial statements, adhering to GAAP and company requirements
- Vigilantly monitored the organization's banking activities, safeguarding financial interests and security
- Developed innovative systems and tools to improve accounting efficiency, minimize errors, automate tasks, and enhance transparency
- Orchestrated the implementation of new financial management systems, enhancing efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting
- Collaborated on strategic financial initiatives to enhance profitability and foster business growth
- Managed accounts receivable and payable for efficient financial operations
- Led monthly and year-end closings, conducting thorough reviews of transactions, expenses, and producing comprehensive corporate-level reporting
- Performed quarterly reporting for investors, maintaining transparency and accountability
- Oversaw vendor management, optimizing procurement and cost-efficiency
- Conducted monthly reconciliation procedures, ensuring meticulous balance in financial records
- Developed systems for HR compliance with federal, state, and local government agencies
- Implemented employee health insurance and benefits programs, enhancing financial security
- Supervised payroll and benefits processes, ensuring government compliance
- Administered and implemented all information technology requests, ensuring efficient IT operations
- Successfully managed special projects, including A/P website management and workflow automation, streamlining processes, and enhancing efficiency
Fractional CFO - Dry Cleaning Services
US Dry Cleaning Services Corporation
04.2019 - 04.2022
- Conducted regular risk assessments and devised strategies to mitigate potential financial and operational risks, fortifying overall business resilience and continuity
- Created and implemented a comprehensive strategic plan, strategically driving growth and profitability, harmonizing with the organization's long-term goals and objectives
- Managed the organization's budget with precision, steadfastly adhering to financial goals and objectives
- Crafted and implemented financial strategies to optimize revenue and minimize expenses
- Vigilantly monitored financial performance, offering strategic recommendations for improvement
- Produced financial forecasts and meticulously analyzed variances to inform decision-making
- Implemented an all-encompassing internal control system, encompassing policies and procedures, to ensure precise financial reporting, fraud prevention, and safeguarding company assets
- Skillfully negotiated payment plans with vendors to address open balances, fostering productive vendor relations
- Maintained comprehensive company asset reporting, including amortization schedules and asset updates
- Prepared monthly Board presentations and delivered them to the Board of Directors, providing comprehensive insights into the company's financial performance and strategic initiatives for informed decision-making
- Collaborated with local legal counsel to promptly address legal matters, mitigating risks and ensuring compliance
- Provided diligent oversight of payroll and benefits processes to ensure compliance with government regulations
- Headed rebranding for all stores, which involved conducting initial research, negotiating with landlords, and overseeing the execution of the rebranding initiatives to enhance the company's image and market presence
- Oversaw and maintained all company websites, ensuring an up-to-date and professional online presence
- Performed annual business license and personal property tax renewals across all locations, ensuring compliance
- Developed tracking and controls for inventory, implementing measures to prevent theft and fraud, thereby safeguarding company assets and maintaining accurate inventory records
- Skillfully negotiated and administered all real estate lease renewals, optimizing lease terms and financial outcomes
Accounting Manager/Claims Manager - Fire/Water Restoration
Servpro
04.2007 - 01.2016
- Tracked claims meticulously from inception to completion, prioritizing accuracy and thorough record-keeping
- Expertly managed all large loss claims, ensuring efficient handling
- Demonstrated proficiency in estimating and managing residential and commercial claims across multiple estimating systems
- Consistently achieved an impressive monthly audit score of 98% during claim audits
- Created and maintained dynamic Excel tracking spreadsheets for various critical metrics
- Ensured meticulous documentation and accounting paperwork for each individual customer
- Assisted with year-end closing statements as needed, showcasing attention to detail
- Proactively led special projects, including the development of comprehensive training manuals for office positions, fostering a culture of efficiency and innovation
- Excelled in diverse office duties, including data entry for all claims, telephone communication, arranging travel, and managing supply orders
- Contributed significantly to accounting functions, managing invoicing, accounts receivable, and accounts payable with precision
- Calculated monthly royalties accurately, aligning with a commitment to financial excellence
- 2014-2015 SERVPRO of South Colorado Springs and SERVPRO of Northern Colorado Springs/Tri-Lakes (Colorado Springs, CO)
- 2010-2013 SERVPRO of South Colorado Springs (Colorado Springs, CO)
- 2007-2009 SERVPRO of North Arlington, SERVPRO of South Arlington, and SERVPRO of Grand Prairie (Grand Prairie, TX)
Internal Manager - Janitorial Services
FBG Service Corporation
08.2013 - 01.2014
- Orchestrated comprehensive financial management strategies, optimizing efficiency and compliance in accounting and human resources functions
- Demonstrated exceptional proficiency in Accounting, including Accounts Receivable (A/R), Accounts Payable (A/P), General Ledger (GL), Inventory management, Budgeting, and Month and Year-end closings
- Maintained meticulous oversight of both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, including payment issuance and efficient processing
- Showcased advanced abilities in job costing and budgeting for individual projects and office-wide budgeting and costing
- Successfully managed HR operations for a 250-employee workforce, overseeing payroll, time tracking, recruitment, orientation, disciplinary actions, performance evaluations, worker's compensation, unemployment hearings, and I-9/E-verify processing
- Collaborated with the operations manager to conduct monthly and year-end inventory counts and reconciliation using proprietary tracking software, coupled with GL adjustments
- Led transformative projects to enhance operational efficiency, including streamlining the interview and hiring process and introducing office tracking processes to streamline HR and operations functions
Education
Master's degree - Accounting
Purdue University Global
01.2019
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) - Accounting
Kaplan University
01.2012
Associate of Science (A.S.) - Accounting
Tarrant County College
01.2007
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Accounting
- Skilled Multi-tasker
- Strategic Financial Initiatives
- Budget Management
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Risk Assessment
- Internal Control System
- Financial Leadership
- Project Leadership
- Issue Resolution
- Excel
- Quickbooks
- Sage
- Entrata
- Preparing financial statements
- Payroll Processing
- Cash Flow Management
- Staff Management
- Accounting management
- Statement Reconciliation
- Fixed Asset Management
- Bookkeeping
- Financial Forecasting
- Team Oversight
- AP/AR invoicing
- Cash Flow Forecasting
Timeline
Controller
Industrial Railroad and Civil Services LLC
11.2023 - Current
Fractional CFO - Dry Cleaning Services
US Dry Cleaning Services Corporation
04.2019 - 04.2022
Financial Controller - Real Estate Development/Construction/Consulting
Urban Genesis
01.2016 - 10.2023
Internal Manager - Janitorial Services
FBG Service Corporation
08.2013 - 01.2014
Accounting Manager/Claims Manager - Fire/Water Restoration
Servpro
04.2007 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) - Accounting
Kaplan University
Associate of Science (A.S.) - Accounting
Tarrant County College
Master's degree - Accounting
Purdue University Global
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