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ROBERT JETER
Accountant
Collierville,Tn
Summary
Accomplished professional in financial management, corporate reporting, and accounting, particularly within manufacturing and production settings, wholesale, and retail showcasing a steadfast commitment to employers and a proven track record of driving operational efficiency and cost savings. I am skilled in financial analysis, GAAP compliance, and leading cross-functional teams to maximize efficiency and accuracy. With expertise in overseeing month-end and year-end closings, implementing internal controls, accounts receivable, and accounts payable, I offer a reliable, detail-oriented approach poised to make significant contributions to any organization.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Accounting Manager
Brimhall Foods Corporation
Bartlett, TN
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments. Corrected accounting errors in expenses of $110,000.
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Collected past due accounts receivables improving cash flow by $480,000.
Controller
Distributors Corporation of America
Memphis, TN
09.2008 - 09.2023
- Coordinated month-end close processes for multiple company divisions and one consolidating parent, ensuring compliance with GAAP.
- Reconciled intercompany accounts monthly across multiple entities.
- Developed and implemented accounting policies and procedures to maintain internal controls.
- Prepared detailed variance analyses monthly, enabling more effective tracking of actuals versus forecasted figures.
- Reviewed journal entries for accuracy and conducted complex reconciliations of balance sheet accounts, including cash, receivables, payables, accruals, and inventory.
- Managed team of 5 Accounts Receivable personnel, overseeing credit and collections, payment posting, and resolving customer inquiries regarding billing issues and payment discrepancies, while fostering effective relationships with customers and sales team. Reduction in DSO by 12 days.
- Supervised 4 direct reports in Accounts Payable, ensuring prompt and accurate processing of vendor payments, while cultivating and sustaining productive relationships with vendors and purchasing stakeholders.
- Supervised payroll and HR functions, including overseeing one direct report, calculating commission wages, and managing payroll deductions.
- Designed and implemented training programs for cross-functional teams, focusing on software usage and best practices.
- Coordinated with service providers for on-site maintenance and repair work.
- Established and maintained relationships with external auditors, banking partners, insurance providers, and accounting personnel to facilitate financial activities and ensure compliance.
Controller
Armstrong Relocation
Memphis, TN
01.2007 - 07.2008
- Provided treasury and cash management by preparing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Increased cash flow by diligently managing accounts receivable and implementing effective collection strategies. Improvement to company cash flow $250,000.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports, and income statements.
- Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
Assistant Division Controller
Vitro America Inc. fka ACI Distribution
Memphis, TN
08.2001 - 11.2006
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare monthly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports, and income statements.
- Leveraged advanced financial modeling techniques to support executive decision-making related to capital expenditure projects or potential mergers/acquisitions activities.
- Improved cash flow management by implementing comprehensive accounts receivable and payable procedures. Savings to company of $1,600,000.
Education
BBA in Accounting -
University of Memphis
Memphis, TN08.1994
AAS in Computer Accounting -
Southwest Community College
Memphis, TN05.1986
Skills
- Financial Management
- US GAAP Accounting
- Credit and Collections
- Cash Flow Management
- Payroll Processing
- Financial and Internal Controls Implementation
- Month-End and Year-End Closings
- Bank and Balance Sheet Reconciliations
- Inventory
- Fixed Asset Maintenance
- Profit and Loss Management
- Budget Development
- Audit Preparation and Management
- Project Management
- Oracle, Infor, AS400, ADP, Paylocity Software
- Public Accounting
- Federal and State Tax filing
- Sales Tax filing
- Personal Property tax filing
- Business license filing
- Customer Service
- Teamwork and Collaboration
Certification
Notary Certification for Shelby County, TN
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software
Excel
Work
Powerpoint
Outlook
Sage 100
Infor
Oracle
Netsuite
JD Edwards
IBM
Great Plains
Paylocity
ADP
Intuit
Interests
Clock Repair
Train Repair
Numismatic
Automobiles
Quote
Price is what you pay. Value is what you get.
Warren Buffett
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
HybridImportant To Me
4-day work weekPaid time offStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingCompany CultureAccomplishments
- Resolved storage issues and invoice visibility by introducing AODOCS for Accounts Payable tasks.
- Brought in $340,000 by reviewing delinquent accounts and contacting customers.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop A/R aging spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of nine staff members.
- Achieved unity through effectively helping with company merger.
- Monetary Transactions - Handled cash, check, credit and automatic debit card transactions with 100% accuracy.
Affiliations
Phi Beta Lambda - Business and Accounting Fraternity
Pi Sigma Epsilon - Sales and Marketing Fraternity
Timeline
Accounting Manager
Brimhall Foods Corporation
01.2024 - 04.2024
Controller
Distributors Corporation of America
09.2008 - 09.2023
Controller
Armstrong Relocation
01.2007 - 07.2008
Assistant Division Controller
Vitro America Inc. fka ACI Distribution
08.2001 - 11.2006
BBA in Accounting -
University of Memphis
AAS in Computer Accounting -
Southwest Community College
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