Tim Bennett
Lawton,OK
Summary
Accomplished Project Accountant with a proven track record at Goodyear Tire & Rubber, adept in enhancing financial processes and project profitability through expert SAP software utilization and exceptional problem-solving abilities. Achieved significant cost savings and efficiency improvements, demonstrating reliability and strong financial analysis skills.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Accountant
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
08.2002 - Current
- Enhanced communication between accounting and project management teams with regular financial updates and collaborative meetings.
- Monitored project costs, developed job cost forecasts, managed cash flow and approved invoices for payment.
- Eliminated discrepancies by carefully reviewing budgets to prevent overspending and adhere to financial objectives.
- Increased efficiency of month-end closing procedures through streamlining tasks such as account reconciliations, journal entry preparations, and report generation.
- Implemented effective cost control measures, proactively identifying deviations from budgets and taking corrective action when necessary.
- Ensured compliance with accounting standards and regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation practices.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop accurate cost estimates for upcoming projects, increasing overall profitability.
- Contributed to successful project completion by providing timely financial data analysis for informed decision-making processes.
- Ensured consistent application of company expense policies across all project teams by providing training and guidance on proper procedures.
- Identified potential cost savings opportunities by analyzing project expenditures and recommending adjustments to budget allocations.
- Read, escalated and reported invoices for projects of varying size and complexity.
- Streamlined invoice processing for timely payments by implementing efficient organizational systems.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial reporting by conducting thorough account reconciliations and adjusting entries as needed.
- Reviewed and approved timesheets for project employees.
- Conceived project accounts in company accounting system according to direction from senior accountant.
- Improved project budget accuracy by diligently tracking expenses and regularly updating financial forecasts.
- Set up and managed project accounting systems.
- Facilitated a smooth audit process with detailed documentation of project-related transactions, minimizing audit findings and recommendations.
- Assisted in the development of annual operating budgets by gathering historical data, analyzing trends, and collaborating with department heads on projections.
- Continuously improved financial reporting processes to increase accuracy, timeliness, and relevance for stakeholders involved in project decisionmaking.
- Drafted, analyzed and submitted numbers in reports for auditors quickly and efficiently.
- Assessed, cleaned and closed out accounts with depleted funds upon project completion.
- Supported cash flow optimization efforts by actively monitoring outstanding accounts receivable balances and pursuing collections when needed.
- Informed strategic decisions regarding resource allocation by presenting detailed analyses of capital expenditure requests to senior management.
- Supported the successful onboarding of new project accountants by sharing expertise, offering mentoring, and collaborating on best practices.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Project Accountant
Dick Corporation
06.1987 - 02.2021
- Monitored project costs, developed job cost forecasts, managed cash flow and approved invoices for payment.
- Assisted in the preparation of comprehensive financial reports for both internal and external stakeholders, providing valuable insights into project performance.
- Implemented effective cost control measures, proactively identifying deviations from budgets and taking corrective action when necessary.
- Ensured compliance with accounting standards and regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation practices.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop accurate cost estimates for upcoming projects, increasing overall profitability.
- Contributed to successful project completion by providing timely financial data analysis for informed decision-making processes.
- Read, escalated and reported invoices for projects of varying size and complexity.
- Streamlined invoice processing for timely payments by implementing efficient organizational systems.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial reporting by conducting thorough account reconciliations and adjusting entries as needed.
- Reviewed and approved timesheets for project employees.
- Improved project budget accuracy by diligently tracking expenses and regularly updating financial forecasts.
- Set up and managed project accounting systems.
- Facilitated a smooth audit process with detailed documentation of project-related transactions, minimizing audit findings and recommendations.
- Continuously improved financial reporting processes to increase accuracy, timeliness, and relevance for stakeholders involved in project decisionmaking.
- Drafted, analyzed and submitted numbers in reports for auditors quickly and efficiently.
- Assessed, cleaned and closed out accounts with depleted funds upon project completion.
- Assessed and forwarded project overhead estimates in accordance with budgets.
- Supported the successful onboarding of new project accountants by sharing expertise, offering mentoring, and collaborating on best practices.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Bob Jones University
Greenville, SC05-1983
Skills
- Microsoft Excel expertise
- Audit preparation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Operating Budgets
- Account reconciliation processes
- Professionalism
- Time management abilities
- Annual reports
- Excel proficiency
- Account reconciliation specialist
- Profits and losses tracking
- Financial software
- Data Interpretation
- Internal Controls
- [Software] proficient
- Financial Analysis
- SAP Software
- Financial Forecasting
- Cost savings options
- Cost reduction options
- QuickBooks proficiency
- SAP expertise
- Collect data
- Account reconciliation expert
- Reporting and documentation
- Accounting oversight
- Prepare budgets
- Report on findings
- Communication Skills
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop financial tracking spreadsheets and for invoice approval.
Timeline
Project Accountant
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
08.2002 - Current
Project Accountant
Dick Corporation
06.1987 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science -
Bob Jones University