Accounts Receivable Financial Reporting

Keith Lang, Controller

Irving, *****, US, 214-***-****, *********@*****.***

Summary Dynamic Controller with over 30 years of diverse accounting experience across various industries. Proven expertise in financial leadership, driving improvements in internal controls, and managing comprehensive financial reporting processes. Achievements include reducing accounts receivable by over $1.5M and improving cash flow efficiency significantly. Committed to providing value through strategic financial management, effective budget controls, and process optimization, ensuring the financial health and operational success of any organization.

Work Experience

Oct 2024 – Present Controller, RPM Expedite USA, LLC Fort Worth, TX

Oversee all aspects of financial control, managing the General Ledger, Accounts Receivable (AR), Accounts Payable (AP), and Collections.

Provide effective financial leadership and strategic support to the finance team.

Manage the preparation and distribution of internal financial statements and reports, ensuring the highest quality, reliability, and accuracy.

Oversee the monthly closing process, conducting reconciliations and analysis of related accounts.

Direct the preparation of the annual budget.

Conduct cash management activities; prepare and report cash, income, and expense forecasts to senior management.

Develop and maintain the integrity of the financial reporting process and financial controls.

Coordinate and enhance written policies and procedures for the financial reporting process.

Maintain and reinforce internal controls over financial reporting.

Research and resolve complex accounting issues.

Implemented proactive controls and procedures to optimize the closing process.

Eliminated manual processes by introducing automated systems.

Sep 2022 – Oct 2024 Senior Accounting Manager, Robert Half, Inc. Irving, Texas

Manage remote operations for Lucid Holdings LLC, specializing in market research technology.

Run daily reports in Net Suite to analyze and ensure accurate association of all surveys with respective suppliers.

Evaluate supplier invoices daily to guarantee comprehensive capture of all costs in the marketplace.

Assemble monthly data to generate and distribute Supplier bills.

Execute various journal entries to accurately record revenue and Cost of Goods Sold (COGS).

Perform monthly reconciliations for multiple Balance Sheet accounts.

Mar 2021 – Jan 2022 Accounting Manager, Wynne Transportation Holdings LLC Dallas, Texas

Manage banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements for four companies.

Oversee journal entries, collection efforts, and reconciliations.

Reduced overall AR by over $1.5 million and decreased over 90 days by $900,000.

Investigate daily variances and correct discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Apply appropriate coding to invoices, files, and receipts to maintain organized and easily searchable records.

Implement budget and expense controls alongside financial policies by analyzing income and expenditures.

Initiate comprehensive account assessments to evaluate the viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.

Perform routine closings while maintaining accurate, accessible records and monitoring transaction updates throughout each quarter.

Prepare cash flow projections, cost analyses, and monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.

Feb 2018 – Apr 2020 Controller, Frymire Home Services Dallas, Texas

Oversaw all financial control aspects, managing the General Ledger, AR, AP, Collections, HR, and Payroll.

Provided effective leadership and support to the finance team.

Managed the preparation and distribution of internal financial statements and reports, ensuring high standards of quality, reliability, and accuracy.

Directed the monthly closing process with reconciliations and comprehensive analysis of related accounts.

Conducted cash management activities, preparing and reporting forecasts for cash, income, and expenses to senior management.

Identified and developed financial controls and processes to highlight risks and opportunities.

Coordinated the Company's annual audit with independent auditors.

Developed and maintained the integrity of the financial reporting process and financial controls.

Enhanced and updated written policies and procedures for the financial reporting process.

Apr 2016 – Jan 2018 Accounting Manager, Custom Bilt Metals Irving, Texas

Managed daily activities for Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Treasury functions.

Oversaw the preparation and distribution of internal financial statements and reports, ensuring quality, reliability, and accuracy.

Directed the monthly closing process, including comprehensive reconciliations and account analysis.

Coordinated the Company's annual audit with independent auditors.

Developed and maintained robust financial reporting processes and controls.

Updated written policies and procedures for the financial reporting process.

Maintained and strengthened internal controls over financial reporting.

Researched and resolved various accounting issues.

Reduced past due accounts receivable balances from over 40% to under 15%.

Oct 2015 – Apr 2016 Corporate Controller, FlexXray, LLC Arlington, Texas

Handled all accounting and tax matters, including AP, AR, fixed assets, credit, GL, payroll, loans, and various tax obligations.

Directed cash flow management, closing books, and preparing financial reports for monthly and yearly timelines.

Developed an internal control system, recommending improvements for both financial and operational areas, and establishing new accounting policies and procedures.

Leveraged financial expertise to enhance profitability, reduce costs, and devise strategies for the company.

Implemented additional collection procedures, resulting in a reduction of Days Sales Outstanding from over 83 days to 66 days.

Improved the over 60-day receivables from over $500k to under $60k.

Apr 2012 – Sep 2015 Corporate Controller, Aprima Medical Software Carrollton, Texas

Identified, developed, and motivated a high-performing team of finance professionals (3 direct and 10 indirect reports).

Oversaw all aspects of financial control, managing the General Ledger, AR, AP, Collections, HR, and Payroll.

Led the implementation of the new ERP system, transitioning from Softtrax to Net Suite.

Provided effective financial leadership and strategic support to the finance team.

Contributed to business planning, P&L, balance sheet, and liquidity planning activities.

Developed annual budgets, forecasts, and financial models to meet and drive financial goals.

Oversaw internal financial controls and compliance with SOX.

Conducted cash management activities, preparing and reporting cash, income, and expense forecasts to senior management.

Audited monthly billing and third-party vendor contracts, achieving cost savings of $50k per month.

Conducted detailed billing analysis to address $3.5 million in outstanding receivables.

Sep 2001 – Sep 2011 Accounting Manager, T-System, Inc. Dallas, Texas

Managed accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, and cash management.

Oversaw external financial audits and collaborated with third-party accountants on preparation of audited financial reports.

Prepared comprehensive monthly financial reporting packages, including detailed analyses of actual vs. budget performance, prior period profit and loss, and balance sheet.

Streamlined the closing process, reducing the cycle time from 10 days to 8.

Implemented and maintained internal control policies and procedures to ensure the accuracy of company assets.

Researched GAAP SOP 97-2 and software recognition rules while interfacing with auditors.

Developed processes and specialized reports for tracking and recognizing software revenue.

SME for Accounting during MAS500 implementation

Education

Sep 1982 – Jun 1987 Ohio State University

Bachelor of Science, Accounting

Columbus, USA

SKILLS Financial Accounting Forecasting

Budgeting Financial Statement Analysis

General Ledger Accounting Cash Management

Accounting Structure and Systems Compliance

Business Development Operations Improvement

Process Improvement Training and Development

Team Leadership/Motivation Relationship-Building

Resource Optimization Effective Communication

Analytical Thinking Problem Solving

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