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Thomas Nichols

Charlottesville,VA

Summary

Talented financial leader well-versed in accounting principles and regulations. Motivated to keep company financial operations compliant, accurate, and cost-effective. Ready to bringing 11+ years of experience and take on challenging new role.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Controller

CRHA
10.2023 - Current
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
  • Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
  • Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
  • Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
  • Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
  • Ensured compliance with tax regulations by managing the timely preparation and filing of all required returns.
  • Streamlined annual audit process, working closely with external auditors to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.

Owner/ CFO

Appalachian Heritage Distlery
05.2016 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business''s financial stability.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by staying abreast of industry-related changes and implementing necessary policies or procedures as needed.

Finance Director

Community Services Housing
09.2022 - 10.2023
  • Assisted with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new department employees.
  • Facilitated process improvements by automating manual tasks, increasing efficiency within the finance function.
  • Streamlined financial processes by implementing efficient budgeting and forecasting systems.
  • Mentored junior finance team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the department.
  • Successfully managed multiple audits, ensuring accurate financial information was presented to external parties without discrepancies or delays.
  • Established strong relationships with banking partners to facilitate access to essential funding channels.
  • Managed company cash flow by monitoring daily transactions and optimizing working capital.
  • Improved financial performance through thorough analysis of company expenditures and revenues.
  • Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.

Senior Accountant

Hbc Cpas & Advisors
11.2013 - 04.2016
  • Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
  • Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
  • Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
  • Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
  • Reduced errors in financial statements through stringent review procedures and regular reconciliation of accounts.
  • Maintained accurate depreciation schedules for fixed assets, coordinating with asset managers for timely recording of acquisitions or disposals.
  • Managed quarterly and annual tax filings for the company, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with regulations.

Education

Masters of Accounting - Accounting

Marshall University
Huntington, WV
12.2013

Timeline

Controller

CRHA
10.2023 - Current

Finance Director

Community Services Housing
09.2022 - 10.2023

Owner/ CFO

Appalachian Heritage Distlery
05.2016 - Current

Senior Accountant

Hbc Cpas & Advisors
11.2013 - 04.2016

Masters of Accounting - Accounting

Marshall University

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