RHONDA TANKERSLEY
Hickory,USA
Summary
Dynamic financial professional with extensive experience at Hickory Brands, Inc., excelling in cost accounting and financial reporting. Proven track record in developing internal controls and leading audits, complemented by strong team leadership and Six Sigma Green Belt certification. Adept at enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring GAAP compliance.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Controller
Hickory Brands, Inc
Hickory, NC
02.2021 - Current
- Managed financial reporting processes, enhancing accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Generated financial statements and reports for senior management and external auditors, facilitating informed decision-making in compliance with GAAP.
- Led audits and collaborated with external auditors for accurate financial assessments.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends, supporting strategic planning initiatives.
- Developed internal controls to safeguard assets and enhance operational efficiency.
- Monitored accounts receivable and payable for proper reconciliation.
- Oversaw staff activities, streamlining hiring, training, and performance evaluations to build a high-performing team.
- Administered payroll functions, including corporate payroll reconciliation and tax activities.
Sr. Cost Accountant
BSN Medical
Rutherford College, NC
01.2009 - 11.2015
- Partnered with Plant Procurement to revise raw material costs during budget preparation.
- Assisted with annual planning by establishing scrap targets and calculating standard costs to support budget objectives.
- Provided backup support to Plant Accounting manager for SAP standard costing functions.
- Achieved promotion in January 2009 while continuing cost accountant responsibilities.
- Managed accounts payable duties, including check runs, affiliate A/P, and wire transfers to ensure timely payments.
- Supervised accounts receivable processes, ensuring accurate inter-company invoices and credits.
- Instrumental in creating cycle count program that eliminated annual physical inventory requirements.
- Enhanced product selection for company store by adding new products and adjusting prices to optimize sales.
Cost Accountant
BSN Medical
Rutherford College, NC
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Promoted to newly established role, reporting to Plant Controller, after degree completion in May 2007.
- Executed monthly closing tasks, including GRNI and shop order reconciliations, to ensure timely financial reporting.
- Reviewed bills of material changes to ensure accurate standard costs, contributing to precise budgeting.
- Maintained standard cost records in BPCS system, supporting accurate financial analysis.
- Conducted PPV and overtime reporting, including corresponding journal entries.
- Reported manufacturing scrap weekly, monthly, and year-to-date.
- Oversaw petty cash transactions and ensured accurate records were maintained.
- Assisted supervisors with cycle counts, inventory adjustments, and transaction research.
Pattern Specialist, Computer-Template
BSN Medical
Rutherford College, NC
01.2002 - 01.2007
- Developed custom seamed garment patterns utilizing GDS and HP automated design systems.
- Audited customer orders and historical data, enhancing accuracy of garment designs.
- Collaborated with fitters to address issues, ensuring optimal patient fit.
- Achieved status as top producer in department with overall quality rating of 99.2%.
- Managed priority accounts, fostering high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Obtained certification in garment fitting processes., demonstrating expertise in garment fitting processes.
- Assisted Finance department with month-end closing, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
Quality Control Technician
Corning Cable Systems
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Ensured products met customer specifications, enhancing quality assurance.
- Trained staff on quality control testing procedures, improving compliance and consistency.
- Applied 5s methodology to maintain organized and efficient workspaces.
Education
MBA - Interdisciplinary Studies
Appalachian State University
Boone, NCBachelor of Science - Accounting
Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NCAssociate of Applied Science - Accounting
Western Piedmont Community College
Morganton, NCAssociate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Western Piedmont Community College
Morganton, NCSkills
- Cost accounting and management
- Payroll administration
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Effective communication
- Balance sheet management
- Time management
- Tax compliance
- Intercompany transactions
- Payment disbursement
- Accounts receivable management
- Month-end and year-end closings
- Account reconciliation
- GAAP compliance
- Procedure development
- Staff management
- Collections and invoicing
- General ledger management
- Audit preparation and review
- Pricing strategies and costing
- Inventory cycle counting
- Process improvement
- Scrap analysis
- Six Sigma Green Belt
- Cost savings projects
- Multiple ERP systems expertise
Certification
CMA - Institute of Management Accountants, 2016
Affiliations
Catawba Valley Chapter IMA, Chapter President
Timeline
Controller
Hickory Brands, Inc
02.2021 - Current
Sr. Cost Accountant
BSN Medical
01.2009 - 11.2015
Cost Accountant
BSN Medical
01.2007 - 01.2009
Pattern Specialist, Computer-Template
BSN Medical
01.2002 - 01.2007
Quality Control Technician
Corning Cable Systems
01.1999 - 01.2001
MBA - Interdisciplinary Studies
Appalachian State University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Gardner-Webb University
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Western Piedmont Community College
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Western Piedmont Community College