Martha A Riddell, Cpa (Lion)
About Martha A Riddell, Cpa (Lion)
Martha A. Riddell is an experienced Assistant Controller with a strong background in accounting and finance, currently working at Pilot Thomas Logistics. She has a proven track record of cost savings and efficiency improvements across various roles in the finance sector.
Work at Pilot Thomas Logistics
Martha A Riddell has been serving as the Assistant Controller at Pilot Thomas Logistics since 2020. In this role, she has managed purchase accounting for four acquisitions, demonstrating her expertise in mergers and acquisitions. Her contributions have significantly impacted the financial operations of the company, particularly in the areas of cost management and efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Martha A Riddell studied at Southwest Missouri State University, where she achieved a degree in Accounting and Finance. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) in Accounting from Missouri Southern State University. Her educational background has equipped her with a solid foundation in financial principles and practices.
Professional Background
Martha A Riddell has held various positions in accounting and finance throughout her career. Prior to her current role, she worked at Omega Environmental Technologies as Assistant Controller from 2019 to 2020. She also served as Controller at Universal Power Group from 2008 to 2010, and held the position of Controller and Director of Accounting at Transplace from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, she worked at the Dallas Stars and Atmos Energy Corporation in similar roles.
Achievements in Financial Management
Throughout her career, Martha A Riddell has achieved significant milestones in financial management. She led an initiative that reduced department costs by 50% and negotiated a $1 million cash recovery. Additionally, she saved $20 million in operating expense recoveries and identified $300,000 in energy expense savings through innovative solutions. Her ability to reduce close cycles by 30-80% highlights her efficiency in financial processes.
Technical Skills and Specializations
Martha A Riddell possesses advanced skills in various financial systems, including Oracle, PeopleSoft, and Microsoft Dynamics Navision (NAV). She specializes in lean journal entry process design and automation, which enhances operational efficiency. Her expertise in Microsoft Excel is notable, as she has also trained others in its advanced functionalities.