Mason Wagner
Gibsonton,FL
Summary
Diligent Accountant with a strong accounting background in GAAP & General Ledger accounting and proven industry expertise. Successfully reduced month-end close process by 25% (from 4 days to 3 days) through individual efficiency. Collaborated with senior leadership to improve financial reporting accuracy and streamline operations. Superior account management and reconciliation skills, consistently delivering measurable results for large corporations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Acountant II
Bealls Inc
Bradenton, FL
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Utilized Oracle Fusion ERP software for financial reporting and analysis, and Daptiv/SmartSheet for staff augmentation and payroll management.
- Conducted detailed month-end reviews to identify necessary accruals and reclassifications, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
- Performed "forecast week" reviews to assess IT department financial investments in services and capital projects, enhancing budget alignment.
- Collaborated with executive leadership, including directors and VPs, to clarify expenses, align service timelines for capital projects, and develop the FY25 IT department budget, totaling millions of dollars.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to develop the FY25 budget for the IT department, managing a budget totaling millions of dollars.
- Reduced the travel budget by $40,000 by communicating with the IT department owners.
- Ensured timely payment of outstanding invoices related to IT employees by following up in accordance with payment agreements, improving cash flow management. Reconciled prepaid maintenance contracts for IT services, ensuring correct amortization schedules.
Accountant
Masonite
Ybor, FL
10.2021 - Current
- Performed month-end close activities, including the preparation of journal entries, financial analysis, reclassifications, allocations, and corrections.
- Eliminated unnecessary P&L explanations, saving 2 hours monthly during the close process.
- Collaborated with the fixed asset department to successfully close out multiple capital projects, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Prepared 25 reconciliations for multiple accounts and recorded 20 journal entries spanning accruals, reclassifications, prepaid expenses, amortizations, and depreciation, ensuring accurate financial statements.
- Conducted monthly and quarterly P&L reviews, identified and corrected misstatements, and communicated root cause and remediation to stakeholders.
- Ensured Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and adherence to GAAP standards, resulting in improved financial reporting accuracy. Supported internal, external, and tax audit requests, addressing findings, and remediating discrepancies to enhance compliance.
- Reviewed Construction in Progress (CIP) account details, communicated with project owners, and ensured proper capitalization.
- Managed property tax accruals, amortizations, and reconciled inventory balances.
Utilized multiple ERP systems for accounting activities, including Masterpack, AX, and Agility.
Security - Video Compliance Officer / Operator
G4S / First Coast Security Services
Tampa, FL
07.2018 - 10.2021
- Ensured regulatory compliance and maintained accuracy in documentation during security-related investigations, leading to improved audit readiness and reduced compliance risks.
- Fulfilled requests for investigations, collaborating with CSIS, law enforcement, and federal agencies to resolve critical cases efficiently and accurately, enhancing organizational trust and security.
- Provided timely and accurate reports to stakeholders, ensuring actionable insights for security and operational needs.
- Demonstrated meticulous attention to detail and strong communication skills, which supported overall organizational compliance and safety objectives, leading to enhanced team performance and reduced errors.
- Fulfilled requests for security-related investigations in collaboration with CSIS, police departments, and federal agencies, resulting in improved case resolution times, and strengthened inter-agency relationships.
- Documented interactions, delivered critical information to appropriate personnel, and resolved technical issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Saint Leo University
Saint Leo, FL05.2021
Associate of Arts - General Ed.
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL05.2013
Skills
Accounting & Financial Skills: GAAP Accounting, Journal Entries, Account reconciliation, Financial analysis, General ledger accounting, Year-end close, Bank reconciliation, Financial Statements review (P&L Review), Month-End close, Audit Requests
Technical Proficiency: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint; advanced Excel functions including PivotTables and XLOOKUP), Power Query, ERP systems (Masterpack, AX, Agility, Oracle Fusion), PBCS for forecast management
Industry-Specific Tools: Project management tools (Daptiv, SmartSheet), Tellennium for communication analysis, Blackline for account reconciliations
Soft Skills: Cross-functional communication with executives and team members, efficient prioritization and deadline management, attention to detail and accuracy in reporting
Specialized Expertise: Manufacturing Accounting, Intercompany transactions, IT Accounting for Retail (focused on cloud fees, IT maintenance contracts, other professional fees, staff augmentation payroll, and IT capital)
Additional Work Experience
- Various Roles: Demonstrated adaptability and a strong work ethic in various customer-
facing and operational roles, including:
○ Meat Cutter at Publix and Winn Dixie (2015–2018)
○ Fulfillment Associate at Amazon (2015)
○ Line Chef at Ruby Tuesday (2015)
○ Customer Sales Representative at Circle K (2013–2015)
○ Sales Associate at 7-Eleven (2010–2013) - Focused on teamwork, attention to detail, and meeting organizational standards, providing a foundation for
meticulous accounting practices.
Timeline
Acountant II
Bealls Inc
04.2024 - 01.2025
Accountant
Masonite
10.2021 - Current
Security - Video Compliance Officer / Operator
G4S / First Coast Security Services
07.2018 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Saint Leo University
Associate of Arts - General Ed.
Hillsborough Community College
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