Christopher Eckert Email & Phone Number

Consulting services for SaaS managed detection and response provider:• Responsible for the accounting team during the monthly and quarterly close process including preparation and review of quarterly documentation, including but not limited to financial statements, activity schedules, and reconciliations;• Prepare and Manage the debt compliance reporting process;• Liaison with the Financial Planning and Analysis function;• Assisted with Billing Process and implementation efforts of Salesforce CPQ and Billing; • Analyzed and resolved complex accounting and reporting issues;• Developed and implemented accounting policies and procedures to ensure external financial statements are in accordance with GAAP and internal management reporting is consistent with established policies and procedures;• Developed desktop procedures for key processes;• Provided audit preparation services for several Statutory Financial Statement Audits.ASC 842• Prepared technical memos for ASC 842 implementation.• Responsible for documentation of the Company’s assessment of leases for capital vs operating treatment• Prepare and/or review footnotes and schedules for financial reporting• Read and interpret business contracts for leasing arrangements.• Evaluate the accounting impact of new, amended and terminated leases• Maintain deferred rent, lease termination, and tenant improvement schedules• Perform general ledger month-end close activities including: perform & review journal entries, accruals, variance analysis, and account reconciliations

Austin, Tx, Us

• Created an inclusive and open environment to challenge students with new ideas. • Fostered relationships with students as a mentor to advise on issues related to course content, career aspirations, and other aspects of professional development. • Developed and provided students with syllabus;• Organized, prepared, and regularly revised and updated all course materials;• Used appropriate technological options for online technologies and course-related software, including Websites, e-mail, and online discussions for preparing the course and making it accessible to students;• Provided positive learning environment by keeping accurate records, submitting grades on time, andenforcing academic and attendance policies;• Responsible for teaching the assigned classes in accordance with learning objectives and sessionplan outlines specified by Concordia University Texas

Austin, Texas, Us

• Monitor company financial reports and identify opportunities to reduce costs• Prepare accurate and timely monthly financial reports• Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and banking activities• Manage team of Accountants, providing guidance and support as needed• Perform month-end and year-end closing activities, including income statement and balance sheet reconciliation, account analysis, and general ledger review• Assess, execute, and streamline policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance and efficiency• Support Finance Department initiatives, such as software and systems implementation, through research, planning assistance, and participation in implementation activities• Ensure timely billing and implement cash management techniques to optimize cash collection• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations• Review and approve semi-monthly payroll• Collaborate closely with external auditors and tax accountants during annual financial statement audits and relevant tax filings• Prepare sales tax filings• Work closely with the Revenue Operations function to review and coordinate commission payments. • Responsible for accounting of commissions, including monthly accruals and deferred commission amortization• Maintain a strong working knowledge of G Suite, Advanced Excel, and Netsuite • Ensure compliance with ACS606 revenue recognition standards• Maintain the chart of accounts, organize accounting files, and implement a system of controls over accounting transactions• Ensure timely payment of accounts payable, prompt collection of accounts receivable, and accurate payroll processing• Monitor debt levels and compliance with debt covenants• Manage the preparation and communication of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. • Analyze variances on a monthly basis and collaborate closely with the FP&A function during forecast and budgeting processes

Austin, Texas, Us

Consulting services for a premier provider of utility & pipeline infrastructure & operations • Project lead for Purchase Accounting (ASC 805)• Modified existing account schedules to incorporate changes from purchase accounting • Developed and implemented accounting policies for Deferred Revenue, Goodwill and Intangibles, Fixed Assets and Inventory• Actively participated in managing the settlement of the accounting transaction between predecessor entity and successor entity.Consulting services for one of the largest insurance and wealth management groups in North America• Assisted with implementing new IFRS standards,• Assisted with implementation of changes to financial reporting systems, internal controls, and financial processes. • Assisted management with the application and implementation of new accounting requirements under IFRS.• Provided accounting and financial reporting services for Financial instruments, consolidation and equity method accounting

Austin, Texas, Us

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Belton, Tx, Us

• Created an inclusive and open environment to challenge students with new ideas. • Fostered relationships with students as a mentor to advise on issues related to course content, career aspirations, and other aspects of professional development. • Developed and provided students with syllabus;• Organized, prepared, and regularly revised and updated all course materials;• Used appropriate technological options for online technologies and course-related software, including Websites, e-mail, and online discussions for preparing the course and making it accessible to students;• Provided positive learning environment by keeping accurate records, submitting grades on time, andenforcing academic and attendance policies;• Responsible for teaching the assigned classes in accordance with learning objectives and sessionplan outlines specified by University of Mary Hardin-Baylor

Toronto, On, Ca

• Responsible for supervising, directing and reviewing the results through the delegation of tasksthroughout the planning, field work and "wrap-up" stages of an Audit client engagement;• In charge of marketing, networking and business development, as well as the responsibility ofensuring engagement profitability involving billings and collections.• Engaged in the planning and performance of year-end audits and quarterly reviews of public entities;• Reviewed SEC reports (Forms 10-K and 10-Q), including quantitative review of financial statementsfor compliance with U.S Generally Accepted Accounting Principles; and analytical review ofmanagement discussion and analysis;• Analyzed business processes to identify risks and conduct test work over key controls to assessdesign adequacy and operating effectiveness in accordance with Sarbanes Oxley Act, Section 404;• Research technical accounting issues and perform client management functions, including billing, feeanalysis, and new service development. Identify performance improvement opportunities for assignedclients;• Collaborate with colleagues to help ensure the proper deployment of audit staff on client projects;• Served on clients in Aviation, Oil and Gas, Manufacturing, Consumer Products and Servicesindustries.

Worldwide, Oo

• Engaged in the planning and performance of year-end audits and quarterly reviews of public entities;• Reviewed SEC reports (Forms 10-K and 10-Q), including quantitative review of financial statementsfor compliance with U.S Generally Accepted Accounting Principles; and analytical review ofmanagement discussion and analysis;• Analyzed business processes to identify risks and conduct test work over key controls to assessdesign adequacy and operating effectiveness in accordance with Sarbanes Oxley Act, Section 404;• Research technical accounting issues and perform client management functions, including billing, feeanalysis, and new service development. Identify performance improvement opportunities for assignedclients;• Collaborate with colleagues to help ensure the proper deployment of audit staff on client projects;• Served on clients in Aviation, Oil and Gas, Manufacturing, Consumer Products and Servicesindustries.

Fort Worth, Texas, Us

Performed analysis related to Bell Helicopter's military programs;• Performed various analyses to improve processes and validate business data;• Developed and maintained key performance metrics for military accounts receivable;• Project lead for Finance Master Data decisions;• Maintained billings calendar to optimize cash flows;• Developed billing process documentation and maintained existing department documentation;• Trained analysts on invoicing procedures;• Developed and coordinated SOX walkthroughs and narratives for military accounts receivable

New York, Ny, Us

• Developed and improved Account Reconciliation Process by creating and putting in place appropriatereconciliation policies and procedures reducing the risk of misstatements;• Conducted Balance Sheet assessment of Client's subsidiary to determine appropriate Inventory andGoodwill value;• Evaluation of Earned Value Management System compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulation,Cost Accounting Standards, and Earned Value Management Guidelines;• Served as key member for Invoice compliance with inter-company policies and procedures andFederal Acquisition Regulation.

Worldwide, Oo

• Performed client engagements from start to finish, which includes planning, executing, directing, andcompleting financial audits;• Work with audit team to identify and resolve client issues discovered during audit process;• Prepared all necessary financial statement and related disclosures and reportable conditions letters;• Served in audits of both US GAAP and IFRS financial statements, including reviews of quarterlyfinancial information;• Served on both Integrated and Non-Integrated engagements;• Served on clients in Aerospace and Defense, Manufacturing, Consumer Products and Servicesindustries.

Randolph Afb, Tx, Us

Ensured fund control policies and procedures complied with the capabilities of existing systems andcontrol techniques;• Verified adequate fund availability, proper application of appropriated funds, and correctness of theaccounting classification prior to obligation for all accounts;• Reconciled certified funding documents monthly to keep operation and maintenance funds on trackand in balance;• Facilitated execution of combined $22.2 Million budget to acquire supplies, equipment, and servicesfor operations.

Master'S Degree, Accounting

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Business