Jessica Tuthill
Controller at Central Oregon Truck Company- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Certified Public Accountant
Oregon Board of AccountancyFeb, 2013- Nov, 2024 -
Certified Public Accountant
VBOA - Virginia Board of AccountancyApr, 2008- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Central Oregon Truck Company
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United States
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Transportation/Trucking/Railroad
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1 - 100 Employee
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Controller
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Oct 2013 - Present
Monitored, developed, researched, prepared and reported financial, accounting and operational analysis used in decision-making for increasing profitability, achieving company objectives, and correcting negative trends using comparative metrics, trend analysis, forecasts, and ratios. Initiated and lead team discussions to evaluate operational and financial performance using current and historical actual results, economic indicators, and industry trends for process improvements required to… Show more Monitored, developed, researched, prepared and reported financial, accounting and operational analysis used in decision-making for increasing profitability, achieving company objectives, and correcting negative trends using comparative metrics, trend analysis, forecasts, and ratios. Initiated and lead team discussions to evaluate operational and financial performance using current and historical actual results, economic indicators, and industry trends for process improvements required to achieve strategic goals and objectives. Managed the day-to-day operations of the accounting department including daily banking activities, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, debt, and journal entry preparation resulting in timely and accurate reporting for month-end financial statements within a five-day hard close deadline reduced from two weeks. Completed two operational mergers tripling operating locations, more than doubling revenue, and streamlining back office processes. Developed and executed marketing strategies used to increase brand awareness and recognition. Show less Monitored, developed, researched, prepared and reported financial, accounting and operational analysis used in decision-making for increasing profitability, achieving company objectives, and correcting negative trends using comparative metrics, trend analysis, forecasts, and ratios. Initiated and lead team discussions to evaluate operational and financial performance using current and historical actual results, economic indicators, and industry trends for process improvements required to… Show more Monitored, developed, researched, prepared and reported financial, accounting and operational analysis used in decision-making for increasing profitability, achieving company objectives, and correcting negative trends using comparative metrics, trend analysis, forecasts, and ratios. Initiated and lead team discussions to evaluate operational and financial performance using current and historical actual results, economic indicators, and industry trends for process improvements required to achieve strategic goals and objectives. Managed the day-to-day operations of the accounting department including daily banking activities, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, debt, and journal entry preparation resulting in timely and accurate reporting for month-end financial statements within a five-day hard close deadline reduced from two weeks. Completed two operational mergers tripling operating locations, more than doubling revenue, and streamlining back office processes. Developed and executed marketing strategies used to increase brand awareness and recognition. Show less
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Vivus Pickleball
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Bend, Oregon, United States
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Owner & CEO
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Feb 2020 - Present
Let's be honest when you have the passion for a business, then start one, you do it all! You want to do it all! It's fun to do it all! Besides, as an accountant it's nice to stimulate the left side of my brain with photography, graphic design, website content creation, branding, strategy, inventory management, customer service, order fulfillment -- 2,0000 characters just won't cut it. Besides, no one wants to read that much. Developed product ideas, strategies and designs for brand… Show more Let's be honest when you have the passion for a business, then start one, you do it all! You want to do it all! It's fun to do it all! Besides, as an accountant it's nice to stimulate the left side of my brain with photography, graphic design, website content creation, branding, strategy, inventory management, customer service, order fulfillment -- 2,0000 characters just won't cut it. Besides, no one wants to read that much. Developed product ideas, strategies and designs for brand identity in collaboration with graphic designers. Planned, developed and maintains the company's website and digital content. Drafted and submitted trademark applications for intellectual property management and protection. Have fun playing pickleball. Show less Let's be honest when you have the passion for a business, then start one, you do it all! You want to do it all! It's fun to do it all! Besides, as an accountant it's nice to stimulate the left side of my brain with photography, graphic design, website content creation, branding, strategy, inventory management, customer service, order fulfillment -- 2,0000 characters just won't cut it. Besides, no one wants to read that much. Developed product ideas, strategies and designs for brand… Show more Let's be honest when you have the passion for a business, then start one, you do it all! You want to do it all! It's fun to do it all! Besides, as an accountant it's nice to stimulate the left side of my brain with photography, graphic design, website content creation, branding, strategy, inventory management, customer service, order fulfillment -- 2,0000 characters just won't cut it. Besides, no one wants to read that much. Developed product ideas, strategies and designs for brand identity in collaboration with graphic designers. Planned, developed and maintains the company's website and digital content. Drafted and submitted trademark applications for intellectual property management and protection. Have fun playing pickleball. Show less
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Project Bike Shop
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United States
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Retail Office Equipment
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Owner & CFO
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Jul 2017 - Present
The world would be a happier place if more people enjoyed a daily bike ride. Participated in the small business start-up negotiations for the operating agreement, member structure, and debt agreement. Prepared the business plan focusing on the competitive advantage; execution of the business concept; researched the Central Oregon market, specifically Bend; identified industry and market risks. Collaborated on key first steps registering with the Oregon Secretary of… Show more The world would be a happier place if more people enjoyed a daily bike ride. Participated in the small business start-up negotiations for the operating agreement, member structure, and debt agreement. Prepared the business plan focusing on the competitive advantage; execution of the business concept; researched the Central Oregon market, specifically Bend; identified industry and market risks. Collaborated on key first steps registering with the Oregon Secretary of State, integrating open source platform software, developing unique branding and accurate budgeting and forecasting. Advised operations on cash management, execution of tax planning strategy and refinancing original private debt with commercial debt. Show less The world would be a happier place if more people enjoyed a daily bike ride. Participated in the small business start-up negotiations for the operating agreement, member structure, and debt agreement. Prepared the business plan focusing on the competitive advantage; execution of the business concept; researched the Central Oregon market, specifically Bend; identified industry and market risks. Collaborated on key first steps registering with the Oregon Secretary of… Show more The world would be a happier place if more people enjoyed a daily bike ride. Participated in the small business start-up negotiations for the operating agreement, member structure, and debt agreement. Prepared the business plan focusing on the competitive advantage; execution of the business concept; researched the Central Oregon market, specifically Bend; identified industry and market risks. Collaborated on key first steps registering with the Oregon Secretary of State, integrating open source platform software, developing unique branding and accurate budgeting and forecasting. Advised operations on cash management, execution of tax planning strategy and refinancing original private debt with commercial debt. Show less
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PwC
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Professional Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager
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Sep 2011 - Oct 2013
Reviewed U.S. GAAP financial statements including the balance sheet, income statement, statement of shareholders equity, statement of cash flows and the required disclosures. Evaluated capital lease amortization schedules, calculated debt covenants, debt amortization schedules for compliance with underlying documents and accuracy. Performed impairment assessments of intangibles and long-lived assets. Managed audit teams of up to 10 members and deliverable… Show more Reviewed U.S. GAAP financial statements including the balance sheet, income statement, statement of shareholders equity, statement of cash flows and the required disclosures. Evaluated capital lease amortization schedules, calculated debt covenants, debt amortization schedules for compliance with underlying documents and accuracy. Performed impairment assessments of intangibles and long-lived assets. Managed audit teams of up to 10 members and deliverable deadlines occurring over a twelve-month period. Show less Reviewed U.S. GAAP financial statements including the balance sheet, income statement, statement of shareholders equity, statement of cash flows and the required disclosures. Evaluated capital lease amortization schedules, calculated debt covenants, debt amortization schedules for compliance with underlying documents and accuracy. Performed impairment assessments of intangibles and long-lived assets. Managed audit teams of up to 10 members and deliverable… Show more Reviewed U.S. GAAP financial statements including the balance sheet, income statement, statement of shareholders equity, statement of cash flows and the required disclosures. Evaluated capital lease amortization schedules, calculated debt covenants, debt amortization schedules for compliance with underlying documents and accuracy. Performed impairment assessments of intangibles and long-lived assets. Managed audit teams of up to 10 members and deliverable deadlines occurring over a twelve-month period. Show less
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Grant Thornton LLP (US)
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United States
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Accounting
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Associate Auditor
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Oct 2007 - Dec 2010
Prepared year-end close procedures including monthly account reconciliations, monthly and year-to-date analytics, budget-to-actual analytics, and preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Executed audits of public and non-public companies in the real estate industry. Implemented and documented Sarbanes-Oxley, Section 404 internal control procedures. Managed audit teams of up to six members and deliverable deadlines occurring over a twelve-month… Show more Prepared year-end close procedures including monthly account reconciliations, monthly and year-to-date analytics, budget-to-actual analytics, and preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Executed audits of public and non-public companies in the real estate industry. Implemented and documented Sarbanes-Oxley, Section 404 internal control procedures. Managed audit teams of up to six members and deliverable deadlines occurring over a twelve-month period. Show less Prepared year-end close procedures including monthly account reconciliations, monthly and year-to-date analytics, budget-to-actual analytics, and preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Executed audits of public and non-public companies in the real estate industry. Implemented and documented Sarbanes-Oxley, Section 404 internal control procedures. Managed audit teams of up to six members and deliverable deadlines occurring over a twelve-month… Show more Prepared year-end close procedures including monthly account reconciliations, monthly and year-to-date analytics, budget-to-actual analytics, and preparation of annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Executed audits of public and non-public companies in the real estate industry. Implemented and documented Sarbanes-Oxley, Section 404 internal control procedures. Managed audit teams of up to six members and deliverable deadlines occurring over a twelve-month period. Show less
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CohnReznick LLP
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United States
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Accounting
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700 & Above Employee
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Associate
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Jan 2004 - Oct 2007
Developed and implemented corrective action plans related to the inaccurate accounting for significant asset and liability accounts. Prepared monthly general ledger reconciliations for significant balance sheet accounts and resolved reconciling items. Developed and implemented corrective action plans related to the inaccurate accounting for significant asset and liability accounts. Prepared monthly general ledger reconciliations for significant balance sheet accounts and resolved reconciling items.
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Education
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2001 - 2005
American University
Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Accounting
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