Matt Hall
Shreveport,LA
Summary
Results-driven Controller with 15+ years of progressive accounting and financial leadership experience in automotive, retail, and multi-location operations. Expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, GAAP compliance, internal controls, and process improvement. Proven ability to partner with executive leadership to drive profitability, improve operational efficiency, and support strategic decision-making. Strong background in team leadership, audit coordination, and financial systems implementation.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
USED BIKES DIRECT
Grand Prairie, TX
10.2025 - Current
- Direct accounting and financial operations for multiple locations across Texas and Louisiana.
- Manage cash management activities, banking relationships, wire transfers, and daily treasury functions.
- Oversee sales tax compliance and reporting for all locations.
- Partner with executive leadership to establish accounting policies, procedures, and GAAP-compliant processes.
- Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.
- Coordinate audits and ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls.
- Analyze financial performance and provide strategic recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
- Train and mentor accounting staff on financial systems, procedures, and best practices.
- Collaborate with ownership and operational leaders to improve financial processes and support business growth initiatives.
Controller
JIMMY GRANGER OUTDOORS
Shreveport, LA
04.2023 - 09.2025
- Prepared and presented monthly financial statements and operational analyses to ownership and manufacturers.
- Managed daily accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, inventory accounting, and general ledger maintenance.
- Oversaw monthly bonus and commission calculations for department managers.
- Performed daily cash reconciliations and monitored financial activity across multiple departments.
- Collaborated with department leaders to develop budgets and implement performance improvement initiatives.
- Maintained accurate financial records and supported timely financial reporting.
- Supported company transition and closure activities, ensuring accurate final reporting and reconciliations.
Controller
MARKETPLACE CHEVROLET BUICK
Stonewall, LA
01.2015 - 04.2023
- Directed all accounting functions, including financial reporting, account reconciliations, and audit preparation.
- Delivered financial analysis and performance reporting to ownership, lenders, and external auditors.
- Strengthened internal controls and improved accounting processes.
- Implemented accounting software enhancements that improved reporting efficiency and financial accuracy.
- Managed budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
Assistant Controller
JIMMY GRANGER FORD
Stonewall, LA
02.2009 - 01.2015
- Reconciled general ledger accounts and ensured compliance with GAAP and dealership accounting standards.
- Prepared payroll, sales tax filings, and regulatory reports.
- Assisted with financial statement preparation and account analysis.
- Developed and implemented standardized accounting procedures that improved operational efficiency and reporting accuracy.
Education
Business Administration Coursework
Louisiana State University Shreveport (LSUS)
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Cash Management
- GAAP Compliance
- Internal Controls
- Audit Coordination
- Variance Analysis
- General Ledger Management
- Multi-Location Accounting
- Process Improvement
- Team Leadership
- ERP & Accounting Systems
- Strategic Planning
- Sales Tax Compliance
Timeline
Controller
USED BIKES DIRECT
10.2025 - Current
Controller
JIMMY GRANGER OUTDOORS
04.2023 - 09.2025
Controller
MARKETPLACE CHEVROLET BUICK
01.2015 - 04.2023
Assistant Controller
JIMMY GRANGER FORD
02.2009 - 01.2015
Business Administration Coursework
Louisiana State University Shreveport (LSUS)