Experience

Ecoark Holdings, Inc.

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Accounting Officer

  • Oct 2020 - Present

  Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex • Managed daily accounting function for seven entity investment company, including development and preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reporting. • Managed audit process with external auditors, including participating in preparation of annual 10K and quarterly 10Q. • Prepared financial reports and supporting schedules, including workpapers supporting financials for audits. • Prepared and reviewed 8-Ks, S-4s, proxy statements, earning releases and press… Show more • Managed daily accounting function for seven entity investment company, including development and preparation of monthly and quarterly financial reporting. • Managed audit process with external auditors, including participating in preparation of annual 10K and quarterly 10Q. • Prepared financial reports and supporting schedules, including workpapers supporting financials for audits. • Prepared and reviewed 8-Ks, S-4s, proxy statements, earning releases and press releases. • Performed technical research and reviewed accounting pronouncements to ensure proper accounting treatment. • Daily management of cash activities, including bank reconciliations. • Assist in managing and recording equity transactions, including restricted stock units, stock options and warrants. • Oversee outside income tax providers with goal of preparing tax work in the future. • Involved with SEC and internal control requirements including development of procedures to ensure effective accounting and financial controls to cover accounting, budgeting, tax and financial reporting. • Assist in M&A, including creating modeling for potential acquisitions. Worked with potential PE partners by creating proforma financials during IPO process.

• Director of Financial Reporting

  • Jul 2020 - Oct 2020

  Frisco, Texas, United States



Citi

• United States
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Financial Accounting Lead Analyst, Deputy Controller

  • Oct 2017 - Jul 2020

  Las Colinas, TX Oversaw preparation of financial statements for external credit card partner such as income statements, board packages, federal regulatory agencies. Ensured business needs met by evaluating effectiveness of current operating plans and consulting with business partners. Prepared and validated financial reports to inform senior management of business trends and special requests, such as square footage and capital spending impact, by performing analyses of trends and actual… Show more Oversaw preparation of financial statements for external credit card partner such as income statements, board packages, federal regulatory agencies. Ensured business needs met by evaluating effectiveness of current operating plans and consulting with business partners. Prepared and validated financial reports to inform senior management of business trends and special requests, such as square footage and capital spending impact, by performing analyses of trends and actual results. • Prepared monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages for internal and external partners • Prepared internal board packages for Special Entity banking entity • Reviewed daily federal regulatory filings Show less



Ecoark Holdings, Inc.

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Consultant

  • Jan 2017 - Oct 2018

  Bentonville, Arkansas Provide financial accounting and reporting services to a growth oriented, multi-entity investment company. • Managed monthly and quarterly accounting function for seven entity investment company, including development and preparation of financial reporting. • Managed audit process with external auditors. • Assist Controller with preparation of annual 10K and quarterly 10Q-T for transition period. • Assist with cash management, including bank reconciliations, and equity… Show more Provide financial accounting and reporting services to a growth oriented, multi-entity investment company. • Managed monthly and quarterly accounting function for seven entity investment company, including development and preparation of financial reporting. • Managed audit process with external auditors. • Assist Controller with preparation of annual 10K and quarterly 10Q-T for transition period. • Assist with cash management, including bank reconciliations, and equity transactions. • Oversee outside income tax providers with goal of preparing tax work in the future. • Involved with SEC and internal control requirements including development of procedures to ensure effective accounting and financial controls to cover accounting, budgeting, tax and financial reporting. Show less



Walmart

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Senior Manager, Finance Planning, Real Estate Finance

  • Jun 2010 - Dec 2016

  Bentonville, Arkansas Oversaw cross-functional business teams with new store development, remodels, conversions, and special projects by analyzing, planning, and forecasting costs and expense estimates. Ensured business needs met by evaluating effectiveness of current operating plans, programs, and initiatives, consulting with business partners, and applying suggestions for improving efficiency and cost. Identified customer and operational needs to create and drive execution of multiple business plans and projects… Show more Oversaw cross-functional business teams with new store development, remodels, conversions, and special projects by analyzing, planning, and forecasting costs and expense estimates. Ensured business needs met by evaluating effectiveness of current operating plans, programs, and initiatives, consulting with business partners, and applying suggestions for improving efficiency and cost. Identified customer and operational needs to create and drive execution of multiple business plans and projects in real estate finance department. Prepared and validated financial reports to inform senior management of business trends and special requests, such as square footage and capital spending impact by performing analyses of trends and actual results. • Coordinated monthly, five-year, and annual planning process for capital expenditures and preopening expenses by identifying underlying trends. • Communicated results to senior management and business partners, identified potential issues related to plans, and served as capital expenditure and preopening expense liaison. • Used relevant business metrics, analyses, and reports to measure, monitor, and improve performance. • Analyzed data and information to develop plans to exceed customer expectations. • Prepared and maintained annual budget and five-year projections for store planning. • Oversaw monthly reporting for senior store planning and real estate managers related to store planning expense.

• Senior Manager Finance - REIT

  • Jun 2008 - Jun 2010

  Bentonville, Arkansas Oversaw preparation of real estate investment trust (REIT) financial statements by reviewing completed financial statements such as rent income, rent expense, property, plant and equipment information, and income statements for completeness and accuracy. Gathered and compiled financial data on REIT expenses, purchases, and sales, and ensured financial statement compliance with GAAP and other regulations and industry standards. Managed and executed reporting processes for REIT management… Show more Oversaw preparation of real estate investment trust (REIT) financial statements by reviewing completed financial statements such as rent income, rent expense, property, plant and equipment information, and income statements for completeness and accuracy. Gathered and compiled financial data on REIT expenses, purchases, and sales, and ensured financial statement compliance with GAAP and other regulations and industry standards. Managed and executed reporting processes for REIT management committee, senior management, and senior tax managers by overseeing and conducting data extraction, compiling, reviewing, and analyzing applicable information, and centralizing, automating, and streamlining reports. • Developed new reporting capabilities recommending improvements in processes and controls for REITs. • Worked with other departments such as tax, real estate legal, and real estate managers, impacting REIT accounting and reporting. • Provided supervision and development opportunities for associates by selecting and training, mentoring, assigning duties, building team-based work environment, establishing performance expectations, and conducting regular performance evaluations.



RGP

• United States
• Business Consulting and Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Consultant

  • Oct 2001 - Jun 2008

  Dallas/Fort Worth Area Worked with national publicly-traded real estate investment trust involved in office, land, hotel, and spa development and management. Managed general ledger close and prepared monthly and annual GAAP financial statements, including consolidated financial statements and related variance analysis for national real estate investment trust owning 60-70 office buildings and land developments. Completed elimination entries for intercompany balances and minority interests. Researched various GAAP… Show more Worked with national publicly-traded real estate investment trust involved in office, land, hotel, and spa development and management. Managed general ledger close and prepared monthly and annual GAAP financial statements, including consolidated financial statements and related variance analysis for national real estate investment trust owning 60-70 office buildings and land developments. Completed elimination entries for intercompany balances and minority interests. Researched various GAAP and FASB compliance issues, including FASB 13 and FAS 141. Prepared and maintained annual budget, quarterly reforecast, and six year projections. Assisted in direction on annual audit performed by external auditors. • Produced documents for and assisted in preparing SEC and other external and internal reporting, including audit committee package, press release, and board package. • Worked on special projects creating detailed Excel schedule to automate straight line rent schedules in compliance with FASB statement No. 13 as related to real estate leases. Show less



Bank One

• Banking
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Senior Tax Accountant

  • Jan 1999 - Oct 2000

  Reviewed and prepared federal and state fiduciary tax returns, including gift tax, estate, private foundation, and charitable trust tax returns. Reviewed and prepared federal and state individual, corporate, and partnership returns. Managed wealthy client accounts, including meeting with client’s financial representatives concerning sensitive and confidential matters. Supervised four tax return preparers. Performed federal and state income tax research as related to fiduciary income tax… Show more Reviewed and prepared federal and state fiduciary tax returns, including gift tax, estate, private foundation, and charitable trust tax returns. Reviewed and prepared federal and state individual, corporate, and partnership returns. Managed wealthy client accounts, including meeting with client’s financial representatives concerning sensitive and confidential matters. Supervised four tax return preparers. Performed federal and state income tax research as related to fiduciary income tax issues. Coordinated tax planning and preparation with trust managers and clients. Show less



Jim R. Galla, CPA

• Owner

  • May 1996 - Jan 1999

  Dallas, Texas Managed accounting practice emphasizing preparation of monthly financial statements on GAAP and tax basis. Prepared federal and state income tax returns, including S Corp, C Corp, partnership, state franchise, and state sales and use tax returns.



Holloway and Company

• Controller

  • May 1994 - May 1996

  Dallas, Texas Prepared monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow statements. Completed month-end journal entries and reconciled general ledger accounts. Performed bank reconciliation and managed cash balances. Managed accounts receivable and payable for all companies. Prepared quarterly payroll tax returns, state franchise tax returns, and sales and use tax returns. Completed partnership and corporate tax returns, including consolidated and… Show more Prepared monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow statements. Completed month-end journal entries and reconciled general ledger accounts. Performed bank reconciliation and managed cash balances. Managed accounts receivable and payable for all companies. Prepared quarterly payroll tax returns, state franchise tax returns, and sales and use tax returns. Completed partnership and corporate tax returns, including consolidated and multi-state tax returns. Supervised two accounting and clerical positions. Show less



Holloway, Marquess and Co., P.C.

• Senior Accountant

  • May 1987 - May 1994

  Dallas, Texas Prepared monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and cash flow statements. Completed and reviewed federal and state tax returns for clients in various industries. Prepared quarterly and annual payroll tax returns, state franchise tax returns, and sales and use tax returns. Assisted in employee benefit plan audits. Conducted income tax research. Supervised two accounting interns and secretarial position.