Anika MILLER
Seattle,WA
Summary
Experienced accounting leader with a strong background in financial reporting, general ledger accounting, month-end and year-end close, cost and inventory accounting, fixed assets, and accounts payable and receivable. Proven ability to lead accounting teams, manage multiple priorities in deadline-driven environments, and deliver accurate and timely financial information to support business decisions. Strong knowledge of accounting principles with demonstrated strengths in financial analysis, problem-solving, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration. Committed to developing high-performing teams, strengthening accounting processes, and supporting organizational objectives.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Division Controller
American Seafoods Company
Seattle, WA
04.2024 - Current
- Manage all general accounting activities, including the general ledger, fixed assets, cash, payroll, cost accounting, and financial reporting.
- Oversee the month-end close process, including reviewing account reconciliations, monitoring close deadlines, and resolving issues as they arise.
- Prepare and review monthly financial results, variance analyses, and management reports for executive leadership and the Board.
- Review production costs, inventory, cost of goods sold, shipping and handling, and operating variances to understand key changes in financial results.
- Work with Finance and Operations on annual budgets and quarterly forecasts, including analyzing actual results against budget and forecast.
- Manage interim and annual external audits, coordinate audit requests, and ensure accounting practices are consistent with company policies and accounting standards.
- Work with IT and other departments to improve accounting processes and systems, including automation and ERP improvements.
- Manage and develop accounting staff, assign responsibilities for close and reconciliations, and ensure accounting entries and supporting documentation are complete and well documented.
Accounting Manager
American Seafoods Company
Seattle, WA
06.2019 - 04.2024
- Managed the accounting team and was responsible for financial reporting, general ledger review, account reconciliations, and month-end close.
- Reviewed general ledger accounts for accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and researched accounting issues as needed.
- Assisted with internal and external audits, tax filings, budgeting, and forecasting, including reviewing revenue and expense variances against budget.
- Reviewed accounting processes and identified ways to improve efficiency and strengthen controls, while assisting with accounting system and ERP implementations.
Accounting Supervisor
American Seafoods Company
Seattle, WA
06.2016 - 06.2019
- Supported preparation of financial statements and management analyses; reviewed monthly journal entries and quarterly reconciliations.
- Reconciled monthly intercompany balances and handled accounting activities related to accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank reconciliations, inventory, cost analysis, and fixed assets.
- Reviewed and approved cash disbursements, including account coding, invoices, checks, and wire transfers, and assisted with annual audit requests and supporting documentation.
Staff Accountant
American Seafoods Company
Seattle, WA
04.2012 - 06.2016
- Prepared journal entries, account reconciliations, financial reports, budget variance analyses, and cost analyses for management.
- Prepared income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow reports and assisted with audits, tax filings, and intercompany accounting.
- Reviewed accounting processes and identified opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy.
Accounts Payable Administrator
American Seafoods Company
Seattle, WA
11.2008 - 04.2012
- Processed and reviewed vendor invoices, payments, expense reports, and supplier reconciliations in accordance with company policies and accounting procedures.
- Resolved invoice discrepancies, monitored aged payables, responded to internal payment inquiries, and supported broader accounting department operations.
- Assisted with month-end close activities, including reviewing outstanding invoices and helping ensure expenses were recorded in the appropriate period.
Education
MBA - International Business
Florida Institute of Technology-Melbourne
Melbourne, FL01-2018
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management
City University of Seattle
Seattle, WA01-2012
Skills
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Month-End / Year-End Close
General Ledger & Reconciliations
Budgeting & Forecasting
Cost & Inventory Accounting
GAAP & Accounting Compliance
Internal / External Audit Management
Financial Controls & Process Improvement
Executive & Board Reporting
Team Leadership & Development
ERP / SAP & Systems Optimization
Fixed Assets & Capital Accounting
Timeline
Division Controller
American Seafoods Company
04.2024 - Current
Accounting Manager
American Seafoods Company
06.2019 - 04.2024
Accounting Supervisor
American Seafoods Company
06.2016 - 06.2019
Staff Accountant
American Seafoods Company
04.2012 - 06.2016
Accounts Payable Administrator
American Seafoods Company
11.2008 - 04.2012
MBA - International Business
Florida Institute of Technology-Melbourne
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management
City University of Seattle