Russell Bridgers

Cochran, GA *****

ad42j5@r.postjobfree.com

+1-478-***-****

To obtain a management position where the application of my solid professional education, broad experience, and initiative can contribute to the achievement of the organization's goals. Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Work Experience

Staff Accountant

Kooler Ice, Inc - Byron, GA

Present

Financial analysis and development of a proactive business plan to accommodate implementation of Oracle's NetSuite ERP Solution. Institution of a higher level of service and quality control in financial administration throughout the company.

Management of accounting department including - payables, billing, receivables, cash flow and cash management, fixed assets, periodic reporting to management, monthly intercompany reconciliations and settlements

Electronics Technician

DOD Robins Air Force Base

February 2018 to September 2021

Maintenance and repair of electronics equipment

Certified Public Accountant

January 2014 to February 2018

As Tour Accountant & Road Manager, Itineraries, budgeting, logistics, planning, scheduling, financial management, funding, settlements, contract negotiations, for domestic and international performing artists, event planning for festivals and venues

Often with currency conversions and language barriers As Contract with Public Accounting Firm, preparation of individual, corporate, and fiduciary tax returns. As Contract CFO, Handle all accounting and tax matters, including AP, AR, fixed assets, credit, GL, payroll, loans, payroll tax, business tax, property tax, franchise / income tax; responsible for cash flow; close books and prepare financial reports for monthly and yearly. Participate in financial strategic planning, prepare budget and forecasts, handle owners capital equities accounts, review of budgets vs. actual to ensure accuracy. Develop internal control system, recommend areas for improvement both financial and operational, and establish new accounting policies and procedures.

Use financial know-how to improve profits and operations, reduce costs, and develop strategies for the clients.

Manager of Accounting & Finance

Mitchell EMC - Camilla, GA

January 2012 to September 2013

Responsible for management of all aspects of accounting department including - payroll, billing, fixed assets, payables, general ledger, monthly closing, monthly g/l adjustments, sales tax, inter-departmental transactions, corporate credit card program administration, monthly and annual financial reporting to management, periodic financial reporting to lenders and regulatory authorities, financing and debt management, loan and grant applications and reporting, owner's equity allocations and distributions, supervision of seven employees, time management, annual review and workload distribution based on employee's skills and areas of expertise, budgeting and financial forecasting, trend analysis, budget to actual comparisons and explanations, rate studies, rate changes including regulatory applications - implementation - and regulatory reporting, power cost trending and analysis, billing and reporting for monthly power and fuel cost adjustments, modifications to policies and procedures to accommodate changes in organizational structure along with development & implementation of policies and procedures for new business ventures (Excede satellite internet service, buy back from solar power customers) Excel spreadsheet library development and maintenance, development and maintenance of network filing and workbooks, maintenance and administration of record retention program for financial and billing documents as well as electronic storage, analysis and research for accounting and billing software solution conversion

Manager of Accounting & Finance

The Satilla REMC - Alma, GA

January 2009 to December 2012

Responsible for management of all aspects of accounting department including - payroll, billing, fixed assets, payables, general ledger, monthly closing, monthly g/l adjustments, sales tax, inter-departmental transactions, corporate credit card program administration, monthly and annual financial reporting to management, periodic financial reporting to lenders and regulatory authorities, financing and debt management, loan and grant applications and reporting, owner's equity allocations and distributions, supervision of nine employees, time management, annual review and workload distribution based on employee's skills and areas of expertise, budgeting and financial forecasting, trend analysis, budget to actual comparisons and explanations, rate studies, rate changes including regulatory applications

- implementation - and regulatory reporting, power cost trending and analysis, billing and reporting for monthly power and fuel cost adjustments, ten year deferred revenue program accounting and management, five year deferred revenue program accounting & reporting, liaison to independent auditors, administration of USDA Economic Development loans and grants, modifications to policies and procedures to accommodate changes in organizational structure along with development & implementation of policies and procedures for new business ventures, analysis and forecasting for implementation of in-house call center, software maintenance and management, database maintenance and management, Microsoft Access query design and data mining of Oracle database, Excel spreadsheet library development and maintenance, development and maintenance of network filing and workbooks, maintenance and administration of record retention program for financial and billing documents as well as electronic storage

Manager of Accounting & Finance

Ocmulgee EMC - Eastman, GA

January 2008 to December 2008

Responsible for management of all aspects of accounting department including - payroll, billing, fixed assets, payables, general ledger, sales tax, monthly and annual financial reporting to management, periodic financial reporting to lenders and regulatory authorities, finance and debt management, owner's equity allocations and distributions, supervision of employees, time management and workload distribution, budgeting and financial forecasting, long term maintenance plan development and monitoring (budget to actual), liaison to independent auditors Controller

McCranie Motor & Tractor - Hawkinsville, GA

January 2005 to January 2008

Financial management of a series of tractor and equipment dealerships. Complete overhaul of accounting department at three divisions with a ten month backlog. Implementation of internal controls during transition of management.

Financial analysis and development of a proactive business plan to accommodate new dealer agreements in a changing business environment. Institution of a higher level of service and quality control in financial administration throughout the company.

Management of accounting department including - payables, billing, receivables, cash flow and cash management, payroll, fixed assets, periodic reporting to management, monthly intercompany reconciliations and settlements

Education

Certified Public Accountant

Georgia State Board of Accountancy

2001

Bachelors of Business Administration in Business Administration Georgia College & State University

1995

Associates of Arts in Criminal Justice

Middle Georgia College

1993

Skills

• Electrical

• MS Office

• Microsoft Word

• Networking

• CPA

• Financial Analysis

• Financial Report Writing

• Regulatory Reporting

• General Ledger Accounting

• Tax Experience

• Journal entries

• GAAP

• Bank reconciliation

Certifications and Licenses

Top Secret Clearance

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