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Nichol Herron

Aledo,TX

Summary

Dynamic Accounting Manager with a proven track record at Texas Global Trading Inc., enhancing financial accuracy through streamlined processes and effective audits. Skilled in financial reporting and budget compliance, I fostered strong vendor relationships, achieving significant cost reductions while leading a high-performing team. Meticulous attention to detail drives my success in financial analysis and reporting.

Professional accounting leader with focus on financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and team collaboration. Skilled in budgeting, financial reporting, and process optimization. Reliable team player adaptable to evolving business needs and committed to achieving organizational goals. Strong analytical abilities and strategic mindset enhance decision-making and performance.

Experienced with financial analysis, budget management, and compliance oversight. Utilizes expertise to streamline accounting operations and improve financial accuracy. Track record of promoting collaborative efforts and delivering reliable results.

Qualified Accounting Manager with strong background in managing accounting operations and financial reporting. Successfully led teams to improve financial processes and enhance accuracy in reporting. Demonstrated expertise in budgeting and compliance, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Manager

Texas Global Trading Inc.
12.2022 - 07.2025
  • Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
  • Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
  • Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses.
  • Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees.
  • Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
  • Developed and implemented various procedures to improve accounting process.
  • Generated monthly and quarterly financial statements for executive review.
  • Streamlined month-end closing procedures resulting in reduced processing time without compromising accuracy or completeness of the reports generated.
  • Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve accurate and prompt financial reporting.
  • Analyzed and reported on financial data to support business decisions.
  • Assisted executive management in making informed business decisions with accurate ad-hoc financial analysis as needed.
  • Drove cost savings by renegotiating contracts with key suppliers, leveraging volume discounts.
  • Managed complex tax filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with changing tax laws.
  • Conducted comprehensive risk assessments, identifying potential financial vulnerabilities and proposing mitigation strategies.
  • Played key role in strategic decision-making, offering financial analysis that supported major company initiatives.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
  • Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.
  • Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.

Accounting Manager

BHEI
01.2010 - 12.2022
  • Managed successful audits by collaborating effectively with internal and external auditors.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy by implementing streamlined accounting processes and procedures.
  • Coordinated efforts between the accounting team and other departments to ensure accuracy in interdepartmental transactions recording and proper cost allocation.
  • Monitored budget allocation and expenditures to enforce compliance with company policies.
  • Ensured compliance with tax regulations by preparing accurate federal, state, and local tax filings on time.
  • Created and maintained financial databases for data entry, tracking and reporting.
  • Led a team of accounting professionals in achieving department goals while fostering a positive work environment.
  • Achieved timely financial reporting through diligent preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
  • Optimized cash flow management through careful analysis of accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory levels, and working capital requirements.
  • Conducted detailed variance analyses to identify areas of improvement in financial performance.
  • Developed and maintained system of internal controls to prevent fraud and abuse.
  • Implemented efficient budgeting processes to forecast expenses and monitor actual performance against projections.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to support strategic planning efforts, providing critical financial insights.
  • Streamlined monthly closing process, significantly reducing time required for financial reporting preparation.
  • Reduced outstanding accounts receivable through more effective communication strategies with clients.
  • Oversaw payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution of employee payments.
  • Implemented robust controls for expense management, significantly reducing unnecessary expenditures.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with financial institutions, securing favorable terms for financing.
  • Contributed to successful external audits, preparing all necessary documentation and facilitating auditor inquiries.
  • Optimized cash flow management, implementing strategies that minimized cash holding periods.
  • Achieved compliance with all regulatory standards, conducting thorough internal audits and making necessary adjustments.
  • Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.
  • Enhanced stakeholder confidence with detailed and transparent financial reporting.
  • Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
  • Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
  • Collaborated with C-level executives and stakeholders to develop long-term financial plans.
  • Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
  • Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
  • Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
  • Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
  • Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses.
  • Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees.
  • Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
  • Developed and implemented various procedures to improve accounting process.
  • Generated monthly and quarterly financial statements for executive review.
  • Streamlined month-end closing procedures resulting in reduced processing time without compromising accuracy or completeness of the reports generated.
  • Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve accurate and prompt financial reporting.
  • Analyzed and reported on financial data to support business decisions.
  • Assisted executive management in making informed business decisions with accurate ad-hoc financial analysis as needed.
  • Drove cost savings by renegotiating contracts with key suppliers, leveraging volume discounts.
  • Managed complex tax filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with changing tax laws.
  • Conducted comprehensive risk assessments, identifying potential financial vulnerabilities and proposing mitigation strategies.
  • Played key role in strategic decision-making, offering financial analysis that supported major company initiatives.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
  • Created financial dashboards to provide insights into key performance indicators.

Business Manager

Barnett Engineering
01.1998 - 01.2010
  • 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.
  • Communicated with customers and vendors positively with particular attention to problem resolution.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing favorable terms for the company while maintaining strong relationships.
  • Oversaw financial operations, maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
  • Successfully managed organizational change initiatives, minimizing disruptions to daily operations while achieving desired outcomes.
  • Assisted with hiring process and training of new employees.
  • Drafted reports and documents to improve correspondence management, schedule coordination and recordkeeping.
  • Created, managed, and executed business plan and communicated company vision and objectives to motivate teams.
  • Streamlined business processes by implementing new project management tools and techniques.
  • Coordinated team schedules to keep shifts properly staffed during busy periods.
  • Managed cross-functional teams, ensuring timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
  • Implemented cost-cutting measures, resulting in substantial savings for the organization without compromising on quality or performance.
  • 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.
  • Implemented customer relationship management systems to track client interactions and feedback, leading to improved service delivery.
  • Drove revenue growth with targeted sales initiatives, adapting techniques to meet changing market conditions.
  • Streamlined operations, reducing overhead costs with comprehensive budget management.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, improving profit margins without sacrificing quality.
  • Led cross-functional teams to complete projects ahead of deadlines, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
  • Achieved significant cost savings by renegotiating contracts and optimizing supply chain logistics.
  • Improved project delivery times, setting clear milestones and regularly monitoring progress against objectives.
  • Fostered strong, enduring relationships with key clients to secure repeat business and referrals.
  • Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
  • Developed comprehensive risk management strategy, mitigating potential impacts on business operations.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
  • Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
  • Reported issues to higher management with great detail.
  • Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
  • Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
  • Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
  • Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.

Education

BBA - Finance And International Business

Baylor University
Waco, TX
12-1994

Skills

  • Journal entries
  • Payroll processing
  • Bookkeeping
  • Financial reporting
  • Bank reconciliation
  • AP and AR management
  • Account reconciliation
  • Audits
  • GAAP understanding
  • General ledger accounting
  • General ledger management
  • Financial auditing
  • Invoicing
  • Bank account reconciliations
  • Payment collection
  • Quickbooks
  • Finance
  • Project management
  • Payroll administration
  • Fixed asset management
  • Financial data analysis
  • Payroll
  • Payroll management
  • Budget compliance
  • Collections
  • Financial management
  • Accounts receivable management
  • Closing procedures
  • Interpersonal relations
  • Month-end reporting
  • Cost accounting
  • Staff training and development
  • GAAP
  • Project accounting
  • Documentation
  • Budget development
  • Process improvement
  • Financial statements expertise
  • Budget projections
  • Internal controls
  • Staff management
  • Variance analysis
  • Trend forecasting
  • Audit coordination
  • Cost reduction
  • Cash flow management
  • Financial statement presentations
  • Capital analysis
  • Tax compliance
  • Forecasting
  • Statement review
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Revenue recognition
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Grant accounting
  • GL entry verification
  • Month-end closing
  • Accounts payable management
  • Expenditure review
  • AP/AR supervision
  • Year-end closing
  • Reporting
  • Tax form preparation
  • Financial statement preparation
  • Benefits management
  • Collections enforcement
  • Profit and loss monitoring
  • Attention to detail
  • Financial analysis and reporting
  • Planning and coordination
  • Operational reporting
  • Intuit quickbooks
  • Cash handling expertise

Timeline

Accounting Manager

Texas Global Trading Inc.
12.2022 - 07.2025

Accounting Manager

BHEI
01.2010 - 12.2022

Business Manager

Barnett Engineering
01.1998 - 01.2010

BBA - Finance And International Business

Baylor University