Hi, I’m
Nichol Herron
Aledo,TX
Summary
Dynamic finance and accounting professional with proven track record in financial management, budgeting, and strategic planning. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering measurable results. Highly adaptable to changing needs and reliable in all situations. Expertise in financial analysis, regulatory compliance, and process improvement. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Texas Global Trading Inc.
Accounting and Finance Manager
12.2022 - 07.2025
Job overview
- Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, balance sheet statements, and payroll.
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Streamlined month-end closing procedures resulting in reduced processing time without compromising accuracy or completeness of the reports generated.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve accurate and prompt financial reporting.
- Drove cost savings by renegotiating contracts with key suppliers, leveraging volume discounts.
- Conducted comprehensive risk assessments, identifying potential financial vulnerabilities and proposing mitigation strategies.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
- Wrote, reviewed and edited proposals for grants and contracts.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Streamlined financial processes by implementing automated systems and reducing manual tasks.
BHEI
Accounting Manager
01.2010 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Implemented efficient budgeting processes to forecast expenses and monitor actual performance against projections.
- Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Monitored budget allocation and expenditures to enforce compliance with company policies.
- Created and maintained financial databases for data entry, tracking and reporting.
- Optimized cash flow management through careful analysis of accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory levels, and working capital requirements.
- Reduced outstanding accounts receivable through more effective communication strategies with clients.
- Optimized cash flow management, implementing strategies that minimized cash holding periods.
- Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
- Conducted detailed variance analyses to identify areas of improvement in financial performance.
Barnett Engineering
Business Manager
01.1998 - 01.2010
Job overview
- Improved operational workflows by identifying areas of inefficiency and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Increased overall team productivity by fostering a positive work environment and providing effective leadership.
- Anticipated financial impact from operational issues and worked with leadership to develop solutions.
- Processed vital documentation, completed forms and obtained appropriate insurance verification and authorization for services.
- Drove revenue growth with targeted sales initiatives, adapting techniques to meet changing market conditions.
- Streamlined operations, reducing overhead costs with comprehensive budget management.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Developed comprehensive risk management strategy, mitigating potential impacts on business
Education
Baylor UniversityWaco, TX
BBA from Finance And International Business
12-1994
Skills
- Quickbooks
- Microsoft 365
- Journal entries
- Financial reporting
- GAAP understanding
- Financial auditing
- Invoicing
- Bank account reconciliations
- Project management
- Financial data analysis
- Payroll management
- Cost accounting
- Budget development
- Trend forecasting
- Capital analysis
- Grant and/or Project accounting
- Expenditure review
- Month and Year-end closing
- Financial analysis and reporting
- AP and AR management
Timeline
Accounting and Finance Manager
Texas Global Trading Inc.
12.2022 - 07.2025
Accounting Manager
BHEI
01.2010 - 12.2022
Business Manager
Barnett Engineering
01.1998 - 01.2010
Baylor University
BBA from Finance And International Business