Peyton Rinehart
Katy,TX
Summary
CPA with progressive accounting experience and current supervisory responsibilities, specializing in financial reporting, month-end close optimization, and process automation. Proven ability to improve accuracy, streamline workflows, and lead high-impact initiatives including AI-driven reconciliation tools. Strong background in balance sheet integrity, audit readiness, and cross-functional collaboration. Positioned for continued growth into accounting management.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounting Supervisor
Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc.
Houston, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Lead and optimize month-end close processes, improving efficiency and accuracy through enhanced pre-close procedures
- Played a critical role in driving the successful, on-time completion of the annual audit with signed financial statements, achieving the first on-time audit in several years
- Designed and implemented an automated payroll process, eliminating manual workflows and significantly reducing processing time and risk of error
- Oversee and review balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring all accounts are accurate, fully supported, and audit-ready on a monthly basis
- Developed and implemented standardized reconciliation checklists to improve consistency, accountability, and internal controls across the team
- Supervise and mentor staff accountants, delegating responsibilities and increasing team independence while reducing managerial review burden
- Perform detailed review of journal entries and reconciliations to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting policies
- Led transformation of bank reconciliation processes, resulting in fully reconciled and stabilized accounts across the organization
- Spearheaded implementation of an AI-driven bank reconciliation tool for high-volume operating accounts, improving efficiency and reducing manual effort
- Partner cross-functionally with Accounting, HR, Operations, and IT to enhance processes and improve data accuracy, including system improvements to expense and credit card workflows
- Lead development and implementation of a standardized credit card reconciliation process to resolve a recurring control and reporting issue
- Support external audit process by ensuring timely and accurate delivery of requests, contributing to a significantly accelerated audit timeline
Accountant II
The Friedkin Group
Houston, TX
05.2022 - 04.2023
- Prepared monthly journal entries and supported general ledger close for multiple entities
- Performed financial statement preparation and variance analysis to support reporting accuracy
- Managed prepaid schedules, improving visibility, accuracy, and efficiency of monthly entries
- Completed monthly account reconciliations and supported audit requests with required documentation
- Partnered with FP&A to analyze business unit activity and investigate variances
Senior Accountant
Tampnet, Inc.
Katy, TX
12.2020 - 05.2022
- Prepared journal entries and reconciliations using Microsoft Dynamics Navision
- Assisted with project cost reporting, capitalization, and maintenance of work-in-progress accounts
- Managed treasury activities including cash transfers, reconciliations, and bank relationships
- Processed payroll and expense reporting; supported implementation of new payroll systems
- Filed sales tax and regulatory reports and supported audit and tax requests
Accountant III
Stuller, Inc.
Lafayette, LA
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Performed financial reporting and variance analysis for multiple entities
- Prepared rolling forecasts and supported budgeting processes using Hyperion
- Calculated commissions, royalties, and deferred revenue
- Conducted training sessions for leadership on forecasting procedures
Staff Accountant
VieMed
Lafayette, LA
03.2016 - 05.2019
- Performed month-end close, reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Maintained fixed asset schedules and supporting documentation
- Prepared multi-state sales tax filings
- Supported day-to-day accounting operations and reporting accuracy
Audit & Public Accounting Experience
Kolder, Champagne, Slaven & Co / Thibodaux, Hebert, Deshotels, LeBlanc
Lafayette, LA
05.2014 - 03.2016
- Performed audits of financial statements for government entities, financial institutions, and nonprofit organizations
- Tested internal controls and ensured compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements
- Prepared audit workpapers, documentation, and supporting schedules
- Gained foundational experience in financial reporting, risk assessment, and client service
Education
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Accounting
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Skills
- Financial Reporting & Close Process
- Balance Sheet Reconciliations
- Process Improvement & Automation
- Audit Support & Compliance
- Fixed asset management
- Variance analysis
- Team Leadership & Development
- Accounting software proficiency
- Systems: Oracle, Hyperion, Microsoft Dynamics Navision, Microsoft Dynamics AX, Acumatica, QuickBooks, 3E, Excel, Word
Certification
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
License No. 0027846
Honors
- Outstanding Graduate for B.I. Moody III College of Business Administration
- Outstanding Graduate for Accounting Department
- Valedictorian LAHS Class of 2010
Timeline
Accounting Supervisor
Rimkus Consulting Group, Inc.
05.2023 - Current
Accountant II
The Friedkin Group
05.2022 - 04.2023
Senior Accountant
Tampnet, Inc.
12.2020 - 05.2022
Accountant III
Stuller, Inc.
06.2019 - 12.2020
Staff Accountant
VieMed
03.2016 - 05.2019
Audit & Public Accounting Experience
Kolder, Champagne, Slaven & Co / Thibodaux, Hebert, Deshotels, LeBlanc
05.2014 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - Accounting
University of Louisiana At Lafayette