Alma Stewart

· Ensure proper reporting of Federal and State compliance filings for 96 School Activity Schools and meticulously prepare year-end financial reports for all 96 schools

· Leverage Oracle, Accounting Software, and financial models to perform targeted financial analyses as required by administrators

· Championed the accounting software implementation, innovatively crafting procedures and guidelines for school funding. Ensured seamless compliance with regulations and optimized the software implementation by providing dynamic training, unparalleled technical expertise, and comprehensive process documentation.

· Achieved impactful outcomes by implementing an efficient system to oversee school activity funds receivables, resulting in a substantial reduction of outstanding balances

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure cohesive financial management across departments and schools

· Ensure prompt financial accuracy by diligently conducting monthly reconciliations and journal entries

· Thoroughly examine and collaborate with schools to adeptly address Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests

· Increased productivity (20%) by developing and designing in-house accrual software

· Thoroughly prepared and reviewed Financial Statements following GAAP standards, emphasizing precision and adherence to industry-standard financial reporting practices

· Developed comprehensive budgetplans collaborating closely with managers to align expenses and strategic goals

· Coordinated and managed timely internal and external audits

· Managed and motivated staff to be productive and engaged in work

· Increased productivity by 20% by streamlining the reporting process of direct costs

· Prepared and analyzed monthly gross margin reports using Excel

· Estimated and prepared journal entries for monthly cost accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, and P&L statements

· Analyzed financial statement discrepancies, identifying issues, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences

· Reduced errors in financial statements through stringent review procedures and regular reconciliation of accounts

· Lead, motivated, and trained cost accounting staff

· Established and implemented an $800 million revenue budget for British Aerospace

· Achieved the highest award for financial budget accomplishment within CSC

· Prepared timely financial statements and analyzed income statements and cash flows

· Created budgeted Cash Flow Statements, Balance Sheets, and P&L Statements for British Aerospace contract

· Prepared and analyzed monthly financial statements for an $80 million operating company

· Ensured compliance with GAAP standards through meticulous review of financial statements and diligent documentation

· Prepared month-end account reconciliations and journal entries

· Assisted with internal audits of other operating units

· Generated monthly accounting reports, managed fixed asset inventory records, and contributed to implementing an Accounts Payable System

· Provided support to teachers to ensure a safe and stimulating educational environment with focus on special education

Had a proven track record of exceeding sales quotas and cultivating strong relationships with clients by providing a consultative approach to their software and educational needs