Sutton Kredt
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented accounting professional with a strong foundation in cost accounting, supply chain finance, and financial operations within the Consumer Goods and Manufacturing sectors. Passionate about leveraging data analysis to drive strategic decision-making beyond traditional accounting. Experienced in managing accounts receivable/payable and cleaning and analyzing large datasets to extract actionable insights. Adaptable and solutions-focused, with a genuine interest in exploring roles beyond accounting while supporting growth at a purpose-driven brand that aligns with personal values.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Accountant
Perfect Snacks
Remote/San Diego, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Create weekly cash flow forecast to identify incoming customer payments and invoices for payment based on credit terms and projected cash balances.
- Approve all external manufacturer invoices and ensure strong three-way purchase order/receipt/invoice matching process
- Establish and maintain accurate cost standards and partner with Operations to provide detailed analysis on purchase price and production order variances
- Liaison with Procurement and Operations to review Bill of Materials for new items and execute finance-related activities to setup
- Partner with Inventory Control to validate adjustments and monthly, quarterly, and annual reconciliations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to participate in and support month-end closing activities, including journal entries, bank/account reconciliations, inventory reconciliations for offsite warehouses, and financial statement analysis
- Prepare and submit monthly financial statement consolidation package to corporate
- Train and monitor offshore teams to ensure timely and accurate completion of accounting activities
- Maintain a strong internal control environment, participate in internal control reviews, and implement new controls as mandated.
Cost Accounting Supervisor
PACCAR Engine Company
Columbus, MS
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Conducted timely and accurate reporting, cost analyses, and cost factor recommendations to provide meaningful insights and drive business decisions
- Established and maintained accurate cost standards, recorded variances, and provided detailed analysis on purchase price variances to identify cost-saving opportunities
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to participate in and support forecast and month-end closing activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations
- Ensured precise inventory valuation for $100M+ worth of inventory and assisted with periodical statistical audits
- Carried out monthly analyses on changes in costs for typical engine models, identifying trends and areas for optimization
General Accountant
PACCAR Engine Company
Columbus, MS
05.2021 - 04.2022
- Managed accounts receivable functions, including cash application, issue resolution, and monthly reconciliation of intercompany balances, resulting in a streamlined process and reduced errors
- Analyzed and reported weekly scrap costs to plant management, resulting in cost-saving opportunities
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to participate in and support forecast and month-end closing activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations, ensuring timely and accurate reporting
- Completed daily metric reporting with high accuracy, providing key insights to management for informed decision making
Finance & Accounting Manager in Training
The Ritz-Carlton Residences Waikiki Beach
Waikiki, HI
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Member of Marriott International's Global Leadership Development Program, Accounting and Finance Concentration.
- Managed billing processes with property wholesalers such as Expedia, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies using strong attention to detail and problem-solving skill
- Led monthly credit meetings with the General Manager, Sales Directors, and Front Office Manager to address and resolve collection issues using communication and interpersonal skills.
- Prepared and presented weekly labor reports comparing budgeted and actual labor hours, identifying and addressing variances to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
The University of Alabama
05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Brigham Young University - Hawaii
04.2019
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Ability to work with ambiguous tasks
- Data cleaning and analysis
- Multitasking and time management
- Cross-organizational collaboration
- Quick learner and enthusiasm for learning
- Willingness to take on new challenges
- Adaptability to changing circumstances
- Financial reporting and analysis
- ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP)
- Excel proficiency
- Concur (Travel and Expense)
- Abacus (Travel and Expense)
Certification
Certified Public Accountant, Tennessee State Board of Accountancy
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Perfect Snacks
10.2023 - Current
Cost Accounting Supervisor
PACCAR Engine Company
04.2022 - 03.2023
General Accountant
PACCAR Engine Company
05.2021 - 04.2022
Finance & Accounting Manager in Training
The Ritz-Carlton Residences Waikiki Beach
06.2019 - 03.2020
Master of Science - Accounting
The University of Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Brigham Young University - Hawaii