Tram Ha
Houston,TX
Summary
Detailed-oriented accountant with more than 15 years effectively maintaining accurate accounting information, AP and AR operations as well as inventory management.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Extensive knowledge of Oracle, QuickBooks, and Great Plains
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Controller
Ritchie Brothers Auctioneers (GovPlanet)
09.2023 - Current
- Mentored junior team members in accounting best practices, fostering a positive work environment and professional development opportunities.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration by partnering with other departments on special projects (Defense Logistics Agency and US Marine Corp) aimed at improving overall GovPlanet performance.
- Managed accounts payable (seller proceeds disbursement) with a focus on timely payment processing.
- Provided oversight to key inventory management activities including valuation analysis, obsolescence tracking, and physical count verifications.
- Reviewed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare monthly and quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Collaborated with external auditors to ensure compliance with regulations and successful completion of audits. SOX control owners of more than 10 controls within GovPlanet business.
Senior Accountant
Ritchie Brothers Auctioneers. (GovPlanet)
01.2017 - 08.2023
- Prepared monthly journal entries and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations, Revenue accounts reconciliations
- Managed inventory in accounting system (monthly balance at over $10M) and performed monthly reconciliations between inventory management system vs accounting system
- Reviewed and approved sellers proceeds disbursements processed by staff accountants
- Maintained accurate depreciation schedules for fixed assets, coordinating with asset managers for timely recording of acquisitions or disposals.
- Spearheaded a team of junior accountants, providing mentorship and guidance to improve efficiency and accuracy in their work.
- Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
Staff Accountant/Senior Accountant
Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (former AssetNation Inc)
12.2010 - 12.2016
- Prepared and processed weekly proceeds payments to sellers.
- Processed and recorded accounts receivable transactions to facilitate prompt collection of customer payments.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Prepared monthly reports of accounts receivable and accounts payable for management review.
- Maintained and recorded revenue per website daily and reconciled to GL monthly.
- Process bi-weekly Payroll and submissions of 401K contributions.
- Performed monthly balance sheet accounts reconciliations.
- Prepared Annual 1099’s.
- Assisted controller with year-end financial audits.
Staff Accountant
Wrist Ship Supply
08.2007 - 11.2010
- Maintained fixed asset records and depreciation schedules to establish accurate calculations.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
- Analyzed the financial results and variances (i.e., actual vs. forecast, vs. budget) and other financial key performance indicators.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Assisted controller with year-end financial audits.
Education
CPA Candidate
Houston, TXMaster of Science - Accounting
University of Houston - Clear Lake
Houston, TX05.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
The University of Economics - Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam09.2004
Skills
- Accounts reconciliation specialist
- Financial Analysis
- Inventory Control
- General Ledger Accounting
- Month-End Close
- Audit Coordination
- Bank Reconciliation
- Intercompany Transactions
- Revenue Recognition
- Oracle
- Great Plains
- MS Office
Timeline
Assistant Controller
Ritchie Brothers Auctioneers (GovPlanet)
09.2023 - Current
Senior Accountant
Ritchie Brothers Auctioneers. (GovPlanet)
01.2017 - 08.2023
Staff Accountant/Senior Accountant
Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (former AssetNation Inc)
12.2010 - 12.2016
Staff Accountant
Wrist Ship Supply
08.2007 - 11.2010
CPA Candidate
Master of Science - Accounting
University of Houston - Clear Lake
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management
The University of Economics - Ho Chi Minh City
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