A highly motivated and ambitious accounting professional who is eager to learn every aspect of the accounting profession with open arms for challenges, as well as an individual who portrays confidence, a growth mindset, and dedication to strive beyond company goals
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Interim Controller
Anchor DBG
02.2023 - 04.2024
Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents.
Managed payroll data entry and processing for 38 employees
Achievements:
Migrated Deltek Ajera ERP to Sage Intacct ERP
Migrated from Sure Payroll to Miter Payroll
Successfully converted company wide payroll to bi-weekly payroll to streamline payouts and allowances
Controller
Gulf States Engineering
02.2023 - 04.2024
Supervise accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages for partners
Handle $1.5million traveling budget, along with $6.0million in operating budget
Work with external CPA firm to compile documents for business tax preparations
Achievements
Lead and implemented new ERP, Deltek and Travel Management software, Navan
Started in-house payroll tax return preparations for all 3 office locations
Streamlined payroll processing and 401k contribution submission by bridging Excel reports from BillQuick and Quickbooks
Controller
Hard Rock Stone and Tile
10.2020 - 02.2023
Processed sales commission for sales team using Excel
Oversaw the entire accounting department with hands on payroll, A/R, A/P, inventory tracking, and geo-location tracking on traveling team using Stone Profits ERP Systems
Worked closely with owner/president to guide business growth through 26 week cash flow projections
Sales tax reporting for AL, FL, & MS
Managed company's budget and forecasting of $5,000,000+ dollars
Improved operating flow through creation of department form through Stone Profits
Achievements
Moved company operations into the Cloud using Stone Profit ERP Systems
Improved cash collections by 82% implementing target obtainment payout
Cut 3rd party processing expenses by 35% by shifting purchases between company resources
Increased profit margins by 11% after restructuring sales commission payout
Controller
AVA (formerly, Slingshot)
06.2016 - 10.2020
Oversaw the financial operations of subsidiary companies
Participated in the key decision making with executive management team with compiled quarterly financial statements
Supervised the accounting department and implementing internal controls
Managed company's budget and forecasting of $3,000,00+ dollars
Worked directly with CEO to monitor and implement on going strategic business plans for company growth.
Evaluated and advised on the impact of long range planning, introduction of new programs/strategies and regulatory action
Established a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting mechanism that meets operating needs
Constructed advanced Microsoft Excel spreadsheets to assist with commission calculations for 25 sales managers with 7 different commission structure
Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local legal requirements
Managed all accounting operations including A/R, A/P, GL and payroll
Coordinated and directed the preparation of the budget and financial forecasts and report variance
Prepared continuous cash flow projections
Controlled and leverage 25+ business credit cards to control spending
Developed and documented business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
Staff Accountant
Mostellar & Shreve LLP
08.2015 - 06.2016
Prepared individual, partnership, and corporation tax returns
Provided auditing and financial planning for clients
Utilized Onesource Tax and Accounting
Staff Accountant
Gibbons Company LLC
08.2014 - 08.2015
Prepared taxes for individual and businesses
Provided monthly bookkeeping services for 15+ clients
Assisted CPA partner with audit report preparations
Participated in internal and external audit processes to establish accurate financial records and comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
Maintained fixed asset records and depreciation schedules to establish accurate calculations.
Created journal entry schedules to improve efficiency, support, and documentation of accounting processes.
Trust Tax Accountant
Regions Financial Corporation
06.2012 - 08.2014
Responsible for preparing, reviewing, and filing of fiduciary income tax returns, Form 1099s, tax information letters, tax exempt organization returns, private foundation returns and split interest information returns
Filed all Form 1099-Miscellaneous for co-trustee fees, director's fees, and investment management fees for all trusts in Regions' footprint
Assisted in timely payment of income taxes due from Trust accounts
Reviewed transactions to verify proper coding, taxability, taxability and posting of receipts and disbursements to the correct income/ principal portfolios
Assisted trust officers, administrative assistants and operations with tax matters, correct utilization of tax codes and posting issues
Responded to notices from the IRS and state taxing authorities
Performed general office duties such as: requesting reports; making copies of tax worksheets, tax returns and documents; typing letters, memos, spreadsheets and internal documents; distributing mail and answering phone calls.
Server, Food Runner, & Expeditor
Ruth's Chris Steakhouse
10.2006 - 02.2013
Provided exceptional services to guests
Utilized prompt leadership skills to coordinate food delivery from the back of the house to the front of the house
Expressed a sense of controlled urgency to satisfy guest needs
Developed team skills through coordination with all parts of the restaurant teams
Tax Intern
Regions Financial Corporation
10.2011 - 06.2012
Responsible for preparing, reviewing, and filing of fiduciary income tax returns
Assisted trust officers, administrative assistants and operations with tax matters, correct utilization of tax codes and posting issues
Responded to notices from the IRS and state taxing authorities
Performed general office duties such as: requesting reports; making copies of tax worksheets, tax returns and documents; typing letters, memos, spreadsheets and internal documents; distributing mail and answering phone calls
Tax Preparer
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
01.2010 - 05.2010
Prepared taxes for individuals
Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state, and federal levels.
Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of South Alabama
Mobile, AL
2012
Skills
ERP Systems
Budgeting/Forecasting
Advanced Microsoft Excel
Financial Reporting
Human Resources
Payroll
Cost Management
Cost Accounting
Certification
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
CliftonStrengths Finder Assessment
Achiever
Analytical
Focus
Learner
Relator
Timeline
Interim Controller
Anchor DBG
02.2023 - 04.2024
Controller
Gulf States Engineering
02.2023 - 04.2024
Controller
Hard Rock Stone and Tile
10.2020 - 02.2023
Controller
AVA (formerly, Slingshot)
06.2016 - 10.2020
Staff Accountant
Mostellar & Shreve LLP
08.2015 - 06.2016
Staff Accountant
Gibbons Company LLC
08.2014 - 08.2015
Trust Tax Accountant
Regions Financial Corporation
06.2012 - 08.2014
Tax Intern
Regions Financial Corporation
10.2011 - 06.2012
Tax Preparer
Jackson Hewitt Tax Service
01.2010 - 05.2010
Server, Food Runner, & Expeditor
Ruth's Chris Steakhouse
10.2006 - 02.2013
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of South Alabama
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