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Sheena Hamilton, CPA

Westchester,NY

Summary

Seasoned accounting professional with extensive experience in technical accounting, control compliance, and managing financial statement audits. Deep knowledge of GAAP and SEC regulations, paired with strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proven ability to lead audit processes, ensure compliance, and drive financial accuracy. Proficient in leveraging accounting software such as SAP, QuickBooks, Hyperion, and Microsoft Dynamics to optimize financial operations

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Accountant

L3 Harris (Contractor)
09.2023 - Current
  • Manage diverse accounting functions: AP, AR, Fixed Assets, General Accounting, Intercompany, and Financial Statements
  • Lead SOX testing and maintain compliance documentation for audits and government requirements
  • Oversee month-end close, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial statement reviews
  • Ensure ASC-606 compliance for revenue recognition and prepare 10k reports, tax packages, and government cost submissions
  • Provide transactional support and assist with internal/external audits, planning, and forecasting
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and ensure adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley ICFRs and GAAP standards

Senior Consultant

Addison Group (Contractor)
03.2023 - 09.2023
  • Ensure accuracy and compliance by verifying, allocating, posting, and reconciling accounts payable and receivable transactions
  • Support month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
  • Develop, document, and enhance business processes and accounting policies to strengthen internal controls and drive operational efficiency
  • Evaluate and recommend improvements to accounting systems and procedures to align with best practices and regulatory requirements
  • Identify discrepancies, perform root-cause analysis, and implement solutions to optimize efficiency

Accounting Consultant

NewGen Financial
03.2020 - 03.2023
  • Identify and implement process and system improvements with goal of decreasing days to close, while also improving team efficiency and scalability
  • Leading, mentoring and developing accounting team and ensure appropriate allocation of responsibilities
  • Ensure accounting records adhere to GAAP standards and help organizations maintain transparency and consistency in their financial documentation
  • Responsible for developing and maintaining accounting policies and procedures & ensuring SOX compliance in areas of responsibility
  • Created financial statements and other reports to provide clients with clear understanding of their financial position

Senior Accounting Manager

L3 Harris
05.2006 - 03.2020
  • Lead month-end close activities, including preparation, review, and approval of journal entries to ensure accuracy and compliance
  • Supervised team of 8 accounting professionals, providing leadership, mentorship, and support to achieve operational excellence and timely task completion
  • Analyze and reconcile assigned accounts, delivering clear explanations for variances and ensuring accurate financial reporting
  • Oversaw budget adherence and accurate allocation of corporate and divisional expenses, optimizing use of corporate funds
  • Managed comprehensive P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting for corporate headquarters, utilizing Hyperion Enterprise and Hyperion Financial Management
  • Monitored and improved control processes for accounting, non-financial disclosures, tax, and regulatory filings, collaborating with audit teams to ensure compliance and resolve issues
  • Foster strong collaboration with internal and external audit teams, ensuring comprehensive audit readiness, compliance, and effective resolution of findings

Senior Internal Auditor

L3 Harris
01.2004 - 05.2006
  • Responsible for planning, conducting and reporting on audit assignments in connection with the operations and compliance of contracting activities with the Federal Government
  • Ensure compliance and government reporting with the Sarbanes-Oxley Act by maintaining internal control documentation and procedures and creating test programs of critical internal controls
  • Instructed and trained process owners in appropriate documentation, testing procedures and reporting of test results

Lead Auditor

United Technologies
12.2001 - 12.2003
  • Conducted audits and projects concerning the adequacy and effectiveness of commercial, industrial and aerospace internal control structure
  • Recommended appropriate operational changes that improve internal controls, processes and fiscal integrity

Senior Insurance Examiner

Accenture (formerly known as Arthur Andersen)
09.1998 - 12.2001
  • Perform statutory financial examinations of insurance companies as contractor for state insurance departments
  • Review business operations and provide consultation services to assess and evaluate risks and controls to improve processes

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Syracuse University

Masters of Accountancy -

SUNY Polytechnic
05-2022

Certification

Certified Public Accountant, State of New York (License # 141368-01)


Certified Public Accountant, State of Delaware

Timeline

Senior Accountant

L3 Harris (Contractor)
09.2023 - Current

Senior Consultant

Addison Group (Contractor)
03.2023 - 09.2023

Accounting Consultant

NewGen Financial
03.2020 - 03.2023

Senior Accounting Manager

L3 Harris
05.2006 - 03.2020

Senior Internal Auditor

L3 Harris
01.2004 - 05.2006

Lead Auditor

United Technologies
12.2001 - 12.2003

Senior Insurance Examiner

Accenture (formerly known as Arthur Andersen)
09.1998 - 12.2001

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Syracuse University

Masters of Accountancy -

SUNY Polytechnic

Certified Public Accountant, State of New York (License # 141368-01)


Certified Public Accountant, State of Delaware

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