Alexis Graham
Detroit
Summary
Skilled Controller bringing 13 years of experience working with Commercial Real Estate and Residential organizations. Expertise in guiding teams to exceed financial objectives while fostering collaboration with stakeholders and third-party vendors. Proven ability to spearhead software implementations and develop innovative processes that enhance operational efficiency. Committed to driving organizational success through strategic financial management and effective team leadership.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Divisional Controller
Evernest
04.2023 - Current
- Managed national accounting team adhering to state-side real estate regulatory standards.
- Led teams in property accounting, accounts payable, utility coordination, and client onboarding.
- Directed management of budgets, asset portfolios, accounts payable and receivable processes, and financial reporting protocols.
- Revamped budgeting methodologies to improve efficiencies for property managers and client projections.
- Created financial reporting processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Established and documented all accounting processes and procedures aligned with local regulations and company standards.
- Oversaw treasury, positive pay and fraud protection for over 125 bank accounts across 10 banking partners.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align financial objectives with operational goals and divisional playbook.
- Oversaw at least two property management accounting software platforms on a daily basis.
- Successfully completed system mergers during acquisitions. Leading all multifamily business integration efforts.
- Mitigated risk by implementing internal controls and safeguards for banking, user permissions, revenues and expenditures.
Accounting Manager- Corporate Accounting
Bedrock Management Services
01.2018 - 2023
- Operated accounting software for bookkeeping, review and analyze company financial position.
- Implemented new software with project managers and IT team.
- Oversight of corporate credit cards and manager/team spending.
- Managed Concur workflows for expense reimbursements and credit card expense approvals.
- Assisted the HR team with policies and procedures.
- Booked bi-weekly payroll into Yardi accounting program.
- Set up cost centers and segmented payroll by department, to analyze performance of each business area.
- Led a team of Senior Accountants and Staff Accountants. Delegating job duties, reviewing performance and providing hands on training.
- Worked closely with AR and AP to ensure timely processing and efficiency for all intercompany and 3rd party transactions.
- Maintained receivables by running aging reports and following up on collections and delinquent balances.
- Approved purchases up to $30K and verifying purchase orders and invoices across the entire organization. Including approval of accurate GL coding, descriptions and supporting documentation.
- Managed bank transactions, cash analysis and bank reconciliations.
- Met with department leaders regularly to discuss their team's actual vs budget spending.
- Empowered team members to reach career goals, opportunities, training, and individual growth and development.
- Supported VP of Accounting in preparing financial reports and budget forecasts. Worked alongside leaders to ensure completion of departmental budgets.
Senior Property Accountant
Bedrock Management Services
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Led and trained a team of Property Staff Accountants and Interns.
- Worked with leaders to research and pilot new software, as a new commercial real estate company.
- Managed bookkeeping, SQL reporting, variance analysis, AR and AP transactions and bank reconciliations for a portfolio of properties in-state and out-of-state.
- Performed CAM reconciliations and tenant billings based on tenant lease language.
- Worked closely with Property Management on actual vs budget spending.
- Oversight of mortgage compliance, tax credit and annual audit compliance.
Property Staff Accountant
Bedrock Management Services
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Posted actual and estimated accruals based on pivot tables and trend analyses for monthly and quarterly closings.
- Managed monthly reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
- Prepared journal entries and maintained general ledger transactions.
- Collaborated with auditors during annual audits, providing necessary documentation and insights.
- Completed annual budgets with the assistance of Property Management and leadership.
- Managed mortgages, taxes and insurance, utilities, fixed assets, and sales and use tax.
- Prepared CAM reconciliations and tenant billings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration Major in Accounting
Wayne State University
Detroit2013
Skills
- Excel, Microsoft Office, Slack, Asana and Microsoft Teams experience
- Detail Oriented
- Proficient in Yardi accounting systems for 10 years
- 3 years of AppFolio Software Experience
- Internal controls development
- Promote a positive and empowering workplace environment
- Critical thinking and active listening
- Effective collaboration for initiative execution
- General ledger management
- Financial system implementation
- Team oversight
- Month-end and year-end closings
- Risk management
Timeline
Divisional Controller
Evernest
04.2023 - Current
Accounting Manager- Corporate Accounting
Bedrock Management Services
01.2018 - 2023
Senior Property Accountant
Bedrock Management Services
01.2015 - 01.2018
Property Staff Accountant
Bedrock Management Services
01.2013 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration Major in Accounting
Wayne State University