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T.J. Rios

Auburn Hills

Summary

Financial professional with readiness for the next step in a leadership role. Proven ability to drive financial accuracy and efficiency. Strong focus on fostering team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Skilled in financial analysis, budgeting, and compliance. Known for adaptability and reliability in dynamic environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Lead

Encore Automation
08.2020 - Current
  • Directed the implementation of new accounting software systems that increased productivity while reducing errors in data entry.
  • Manage daily cash functions including account tracking, bank and credit card reconciliations, payroll and benefit allocations, and processing ACH and wire payments, ensuring timely and accurate financial transactions.
  • Prepare and post monthly journal entries for key accounts improving accuracy in financial reporting.
  • Process and verify supplier invoices through the 3-way match method, reducing errors and discrepancies in payments.
  • Analyze and track monthly project budgets, monitoring labor, material, and miscellaneous expenses to identify trends and cost-saving opportunities.
  • Develop and analyze the SG&A budget, identifying variances and providing recommendations for cost optimization.
  • Perform general ledger account analysis, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP by reconciling discrepancies and identifying potential adjustments.
  • Oversee the accuracy of AR functions, ensuring proper invoicing, collections, and reconciliation processes.
  • Manage international tax functions, ensuring compliance with global tax regulations and assisting with reporting requirements.
  • Conduct ad hoc financial analysis and reporting, supporting leadership with data-driven insights for strategic decision-making.
  • Oversee monthly and quarterly tax processing, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Assist in month-end and quarter-end close processes, supporting audits by providing essential documentation and analysis.

Accounting Analyst

Universal Logistics Holdings Inc.
08.2019 - 08.2020
  • Enhanced financial accuracy by conducting thorough analysis and reconciliation of accounts.
  • Assisted external and internal auditors during annual reviews, providing detailed documentation and clarification on complex accounting issues.
  • Led treasury operations, including ACH and wire payments, bank reconciliations, positive pay functions, and cash forecasting to optimize liquidity management.
  • Managed payroll processing for multiple entities, including international operations, ensuring accurate and timely disbursements.
  • Analyzed variances between actuals versus budgets/forecasts for informed decision making on corrective actions if needed.
  • Identified, recommended and executed opportunities to enhance accounts receivable and billing processes to meet finance requirements.
  • Reconciled intercompany transactions effectively, ensuring accurate representation of costs across multiple departments and locations.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

Walsh College
Troy, MI
12-2024

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Oakland University
Rochester, MI
04-2019

Skills

  • Procurement Order Oversight
  • Financial Statement Analysis
  • Strategic Cash Flow Planning
  • Fixed Asset Oversight
  • Cost Analysis and Control
  • Financial Ledger Oversight
  • Audit Assistance
  • Analytical Problem-Solving
  • Effective Troubleshooting Skills
  • Collaborative Leadership
  • Proficient Team Delegation
  • Effective Relationship Management

Timeline

Accounting Lead

Encore Automation
08.2020 - Current

Accounting Analyst

Universal Logistics Holdings Inc.
08.2019 - 08.2020

MBA - Business Administration

Walsh College

Bachelor of Science - Finance

Oakland University

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