M Nycole Hutchins

Finance Director @Strateos, Inc.

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Nycole is a seasoned Accounting and Finance Professional with experience across many industries. She has a proven track record of success in managing complex financial operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, establishing processes and controls and driving financial planning and analysis. Nycole is well-versed in all aspects of accounting, including Month-End Reporting, complex analysis including Revenue Recognition, training and audit preparation. Her rigorous attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and ability to communicate complex financial information in an understandable way has earned her a reputation as a reliable and dedicated professional who is a pleasure to work with. Nycole holds a degree in Accounting & Finance, as well as an MBA and she continually seeks to update her knowledge and skills to stay at the forefront of the ever-evolving finance industry.

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Work Background

MasteryPrepFinancial Controller

Nov. 2023 - Mar. 2024Baton Rouge, Louisiana, United States · RemoteActed as an overseer of the company's financial health by taking ownership of the financial reporting process. Oversaw internal control implementation, assisted with budget preparation, ensured reporting compliance, and managed the transaction reporting process.

ZeniFinancial Controller

Nov. 2021 - Jun. 2023Palo Alto, California, United States · RemoteWorked primarily with founders of VC-Backed, SaaS and Tech start-ups, and their internal teams, to ensure business transactions were properly stated according to GAAP standards. Trained and mentored an international team of seven staff and senior-level accountants. •Managed more than $75M in cash and $7M in monthly expenses for multiple clients at varying (pre-revenue / revenue) stages. •Provided strategic financial guidance to founders to support decision-making and drive business growth. Analyzed financial data and provided insights to support business planning and forecasting. •Work with the FP&A team to integrate budgets, forecasts, and KPI reporting. Produce specialized Revenue (adhering to ASC606 standards), Commission, and Inventory reports catering to individual clients’ needs. •Ensured investor reporting requirements and debt covenants are reported accurately and in a timely fashion. •Reviewed partner/affiliate, sales, and vendor contracts for proper application of accounting pronouncements. •Review full cycle month-end close and associated reports as well as transactions for accuracy and completeness.

Oak View GroupCorporate Accounting and Finance

Nov. 2019 - Nov. 2021Greater Los Angeles Area · On-siteManaged the financial reporting for four (Facilities, Prevent Advisors, Corporate, and Arena Alliance) subsidiaries of one of the largest professional sports arena management firms in the US. Produced four P&Ls, and Balance Sheet reconciliations according to GAAP standards and assisted in consolidating those with the remaining five subsidiaries under the OVG corporate umbrella to produce financial statements. •Prepared and reviewed complex, Inter-Company journal entries and account reconciliations regarding equity splits, CIP activity, and 3rd party billing for capital projects. •Worked on Oracle NetSuite ERP System and was part of the implementation team for Adaptive Insights. •Provided comprehensive financial updates to senior management: developed financial cost projections for various company projects, reconciled Inter-Company activity between subsidiaries, and performed in-depth account research and analysis of benefits costs. •Delivered key Finance support to the OVG Arena Alliance Executive team including applying ASC 606 Revenue Recognition rules to accurately track the arena partnership revenue across the 29 NBA arenas in the Alliance. •Performed complex reconciliations of five of the company’s bank accounts. •Responsible for the Corporate Revenue Apportionment Tax reporting, and audit tasks as assigned. •Oversaw the monthly billing and accruals of the company’s health benefits.

Robert Half Management ResourcesSPS, Finance/Accounting/Operations Consultant

Oct. 2018 - Nov. 2019Greater Los Angeles Area · On-siteFull-time Robert Half employee providing project accounting services to companies in the Los Angeles area. Addressed complex Financial, Accounting, and Operations needs for various clients representing all industries in the Los Angeles metropolitan area. Built relationships with personnel at all levels of each organization. •Delivered accurate financial reports and supporting schedules using various Accounting Software: PeopleSoft, Oracle NetSuite, SAP, Dynamics AX, and Quick Books. •Tailored and optimized efficient financial processes based on specific client needs. •Analyzed financial data and provided insights to support business planning and forecasting. •Interpreted financial information, highlight trends and make recommendations to Senior Management.

Thoreau Facilities ServicesController, HR Director

Apr. 2016 - Aug. 2017Greater Los Angeles Area · On-siteServed on the Executive Management Team and oversaw the accounting functions for this 300-employee commercial janitorial service business. Ensured compliance with all state and federal regulatory financial requirements. Reconciled and analyzed the company’s cash flow, business activity reports, financial position forecasts, annual budgets, and Sales and Use Tax filings. •Managed, trained, and developed a team of five, in-house and remote, full- and part-time, accounting personnel tasked with payables, client billing, collections, and document control duties. •Focused on process improvements through standardization and automation. Established internal control policies, guidelines, and procedures for the Accounting Department. •Spearheaded the upgrading of the company’s bank account to Bank of America’s Cash Pro Online. •Responsible for all HR and Payroll functions, including managing the Worker’s Comp filings, for all employees. •Led the implementation of ADP Workforce Now Digital Time-keeping as well as broadening the scope of benefits available to the employees while keeping the costs to the company nominal. •Provided direction and support to other departments within the organization regarding accounting and budgeting policies and procedures while maintaining control and utilization of financial resources.

AccountempsSPS, Accounting & Finance Consultant

Dec. 2014 - Jun. 2016Greater Los Angeles Area · On-siteFull-time Robert Half employee. Delivered expert guidance regarding Accounting, Financial, and Operations needs for various clients in the commercial and residential real estate and service provider industries. Territory included Beverly Hills, Downtown Los Angeles, and West Los Angeles. •Prepared accurate financial reports and supporting schedules using SAP, Great Plains, JD Edwards, Yardi, and other Accounting Software. •Performed complex reconciliations including Inter-Company accounts, company credit cards, and complex bank accounts.

Universal Music GroupRoyalty & Licensing Accounting Analyst

Mar. 2013 - Dec. 2014Woodland Hills, CA · On-siteSupported the Royalty Accounting and Licensing divisions in various SAP Financial module system conversion and GL reconciliation projects. •Assisted in month- and quarter-end close activities for both the Royalty Accounting and Licensing divisions. •Assisted in preparing financial reports for the company’s 15 label heads including, but not limited to, various P&L reports to analyze the performance of specific intercompany accounts, physical and digital Top Seller report building and analysis. •Prepared the monthly Licensing Suspense Reconciliation report. •Prepared and posted GL journal entries and product moves as necessary. •Performed additional ad hoc research and analysis projects for the individual labels as assigned.

Triumph GroupMaterial Requirements Planner, Controller - Supply Chain Mgmnt

Jul. 2012 - Feb. 2013Hawthorne, CA · On-siteIdentified and analyzed raw material and component requirements for airplane production from engineering and production specifications and schedules using the SAP Project Management module. Performed extensive research and analysis. •Coordinated with purchasing, production, warehouse, and engineering personnel to ensure appropriate scheduling, procurement, and movement of materials. •Assisted in preparing the department’s quarterly financial position using SAP. Assisted in site contract negotiations. Assisted in supplier financial claims. Performed ad hoc projects as assigned.

Robert HalfSenior Project Accountant

Apr. 2010 - Jul. 2012Austin, Texas Area · On-siteLed accounting teams to complete month-end close and prepare clients for audits. Prepared GL entries and participated in audits ensuring accuracy and synergy among the department’s individual functions. *Worked with a small accounting team and a Controller to complete the month-end process for both online retail companies. *Analyzed and reported cash activity to CFOs & Controllers weekly; performed bank account reconciliations and weekly payables aging analysis for all three companies. Kept department executives abreast of expenses due and cash position to prevent over- and under-budgeting for the company’s activities. *Designed and implemented a payables process for the on-line retail company with revenues of $45.8 million. Included researching and verifying the accuracy of their three accounting systems (Great Plains, Ecometry & VendorNet), established a payables protocol and set a standard resulting in more efficient and current pay cycles: 30-day pay cycles and ensured that discount terms were taken when applicable. *Maintained a constant flow of communication and ensured smooth business transactions between approximately 300 vendors and my employer. Established and maintained positive vendor relationships, reconciled vendor accounts, and resolved vendor issues daily. *Processed an average of 850 invoices, employee expense reports, and inventory purchase orders weekly on Great Plains, Ecometry and Vendornet accounting systems. Ensured their accuracy with department executives. Weekly check runs averaged between $500K and $700K. *Managed a construction company’s portfolio of four companies using Great Plains; organized their expenses and kept their liabilities current: 45-day pay cycle and ensured that discount terms were taken when applicable.