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Ryan Rodriguez

Tampa

Summary

Experienced Senior Accountant with 14 years of success delivering accurate financial reporting, analytical insights, and internal controls across diverse industries. Proven expertise in managing full-cycle accounting, leading audits, and ensuring compliance with GAAP and federal/state regulations. Trusted business partner with a track record of improving processes, reducing errors, and supporting strategic decision-making through data-driven analysis.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Accounting Manager

BA Barnett & Co
01.2015 - 09.2023
  • Prepared, examined, and provided analysis of accounting records, financial statements and financial reports.
  • Managed and led the month & year-end closing process accurately and efficiently.
  • Developed budgets, created forecasts, and tracked variances.
  • Managed full-cycle accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to GAAP standards.
  • Implemented and monitored controls designed to prevent errors and fraud before occurrence.
  • Led the implementation of payroll software that improved efficiency, saving time and reducing payroll processing costs.
  • Created a KPI dashboard to provide a quick, visual representation & comprehensive overview of business performance and progress towards strategic goals.
  • Initiated research analyzing business operations, problem solved operating inefficiencies, and implemented improved software, saving a combined 500 man-hours a month and increasing revenue by $25k per month in the second year.
  • Oversaw journal entry preparation and reconciliation processes performed by a small accounting team, ensuring timeliness and precision.
  • Analyzed and reported on financial data to support business decisions.
  • Contributed to hiring, training and development of the accounting team.


Financial Services Manager

Faces of South Tampa
06.2011 - 01.2015
  • Assisted in the preparation and review of financial reports for senior management.
  • Maintained full-cycle A/P and A/R operations using Quickbooks, including invoice generation, aging report analysis, and payment reconciliation.
  • Prepared and reconciled bank statements as part of the monthly close process.
  • Executed semi-annual physical inventory counts and reconciliations to support accurate financial statements.
  • Prepared ad-hoc financial and operational reports for senior management to support data-driven decision-making.
  • Developed and implemented point-of-sale procedures and policies to ensure accurate client check-out and record-keeping by front-facing staff.
  • Facilitated organization-wide meetings to introduce and ensure successful adoption of new processes.
  • Conducted daily sales report audits to support accurate revenue recognition and compliance with internal controls.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of South Florida
Tampa
01.2011

Skills

  • Detail-oriented approach
  • Proficient Time Management
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Understanding of US GAAP principles
  • Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Financial Closing Processes Management
  • Proficient in Advanced Excel Functions
  • Analytical Problem-Solving
  • Adaptability
  • Team Management
  • Project coordination

Certification

The Controller Academy Online Course by Bill Hanna, CPA

Excel Academy for Financial Professionals by Bill Hanna, CPA

Financial Metrics & KPI's by Bill Hanna, CPA

Timeline

Senior Accounting Manager

BA Barnett & Co
01.2015 - 09.2023

Financial Services Manager

Faces of South Tampa
06.2011 - 01.2015

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of South Florida