Accounting Manager Accounts Payable

Gordon Scales

Smyrna, GA ***** linkedin.com/in/gordon-scales-960266212 678-***-**** ******.******@*****.*** Accounting Manager

Dynamic, experienced Accounting Manager with 20 years' expertise in precise financial reporting, compliance, and cash flow management. Skilled in optimizing efficiency of accounting processes, including overseeing accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliations, and journal entries. Strong in implementing cost-saving initiatives. Highlights

• Accounting & Finance • Cost Reduction Initiatives • Profit Maximization

• Budgeting & Forecasting

• Cash Flow Optimization

• Cost & GAAP Accounting

• Manufacturing / Banking / B2B

• Month-End Close & Reporting

• Process Improvement

• Purchasing & Cost Management

• Project Management

• Team Leadership & Execution

Professional Experience

Bronner Bros., Inc. – Atlanta, GA 2022 – 2023

Director of Finance

Hired as Accounting Manager and promoted to Director of Finance to lead Accounting, Purchasing, Inventory, Financial Planning & Analysis and Reporting of a mega-million dollar manufacturing operation to profitability. Led critical initiatives, attained substantial logistics, production and purchasing efficiencies, navigated supply-chain disruptions, migrated to new payroll company, eliminated excessive spending and waste, eradicated inventory seepage, finalized an accounting system conversion, implemented robust cash controls, coordinated cost analysis and audits, defended price justifications, reconciled accounts, performed month-end close, produced financial reports, and significantly improved profitability. Key Accomplishments:

● Assisted the CEO and COO in developing and implementing critical initiatives

● Reviewed BOMs (bill of materials) and optimized inventory, pricing, production, purchasing and shipping efficiencies

● Discovered over $150k of vendor credits that were not recorded

● Eliminated $3.2M annual expenses, reduced COGS by 31% and improved net income by 119% Field Pro, Inc. – Sandy Springs, GA 1997 – 2021

Director of Finance (2007 – 2021)

Directed all financial and accounting activities, including budgeting, cash flow management, compensation management, month-end reporting, payroll, purchasing, and planning, to optimize financial efficiencies and performance, ensuring meticulous budgeting, accurate forecasting, and comprehensive variance analysis to drive financial stability, growth, and strategic decision-making. Oversaw strategic planning, fiscal leadership, and optimization using KPIs, internal resources, and technology for stability, growth, and operational excellence. Key Accomplishments:

● Developed a Field Chase Management System (ERP) and reduced operations expenses by 20%

● Launched company-wide disaster recovery and cross-training initiatives

● Achieved multiple YOY record growths - revenues, margins, investment results and net income Controller (2004 – 2007)

Directed strategic initiatives to optimize cost structures, reporting processes, and operational platforms, enhancing efficiencies and profitability. Managed cash management functions and implemented tax strategies to maximize reinsurance opportunities. Led successful implementations of an ERP system, improving workflow automation, data integrity, and operational efficiency. Played a key role in managing and negotiating complex financial transactions, while providing strategic guidance to senior management, contributing to the company's overall growth objectives. Key Accomplishments:

● Reduced data entry costs by 15% over 12 months, eliminating 3 FTEs via ERP-driven process enhancements Gordon Scales Page 2

● Renegotiated contracts which spiked profits and reduced Days Sales Outstanding by 17 days

● Five-year net income improved 482% with an annual average increase of 87.6% Accounting Manager (1997 – 2004)

Managed all accounting activities, including financial reporting, budgeting, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and internal controls. Conducted audits, reconciliations, month-end closings, and produced financial reports to ensure GAAP compliance. Led strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs, improving financial performance. Evaluated contracts, led performance evaluations, and negotiated rates to optimize profit margins. Key Accomplishments:

● Reduced Receivables in excess of 90 days by 96% within six months, enhancing cash flow management

● Championed the implementation of Agents’ Scorecards which improved FPI’s success and profitability metrics

● Expanded coverage territory from 10 to 46 states, demonstrating strong strategic expansion initiatives

● Achieved a net income growth exceeding 900%, driven by annual innovative cost-saving initiatives Prudential Bank & Trust – Atlanta, GA 1991 – 1997

Senior Financial Analyst (1993 – 1997)

Performed financial analysis, budgeting, and forecasting to support strategic planning initiatives. Analyzed budgets for effectiveness, developed cost studies, produced statistical reports, and managed allocation activities for all products and cost centers. Utilized data mining tools and financial models, and established strategic plans to improve profitability. Key Accomplishments:

● Grew loan portfolio to over $1B+ and exceeded 1.5 M+ retail customer relationships by 1994

● Launched a co-branded Card, securitized $450M loan portfolio, and awarded 3 securitizations servicing rights

● Drove historic growth and year-over-year record-breaking profits in 1994, 1995 & 1996 Senior Accountant (1991 – 1993)

Accurately posted accounting entries, resolved system conversion issues, reconciled accounts, conducted variance analysis & audits, managed complex intercompany transactions, processed $750M+ in monthly investments, enforced policies, assisted with month-end close and ensured accurate reporting for a multi-billion-dollar asset portfolio. Key Accomplishments:

● Effectively introduced new accounting procedures, demonstrating adept analytical abilities and financial acumen

● Promoted from Senior Accountant to Financial Analyst Education

The University of Georgia – Athens, GA

Bachelor of Business Administration (Major: Finance, Minor: Accounting) Alexander Hamilton Financial Technologies – Washington, DC Financial Modeling Certification

Technical Skills

Advance MS Excel ADP Data Mining FCMS (ERP) Financial Models Macola Microsoft Access Microsoft Office Suite Oracle Database Paycom Paylocity Payroc QuickBooks SAP SQL Professional References

Clementine Huff Prudential Bank, Ops Accounting ******@*******.*** 404-***-**** Plez Joyner Bronner Bros, COO ****.******@*****.*** 470-***-**** Richard Volel Mr. Cooper, VP Operations *******.*****@********.*** 678-***-**** Shelley Montell Field Pro’s CPA, CPA **********@***.*** 404-***-****

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