Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
References
Timeline
Generic

ANITA Nash

Stone Mountain,GA

Summary

Professional Accountant and Bookkeeper with 15 years of experience with accounts receivable and payable. Detail-oriented bookkeeping professional with 15 years experience applying financial and managerial accounting practices. Flexible Director of Finance who adapts seamlessly to constantly evolving accounting processes and technologies. Versatile Director of Finance effective at being flexible and accommodating to each building's unique needs. Committed to providing quality service in all facets of property management. Trustworthy in executing prescribed business and residential goals.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Finance

Sheraton Suites Galleria
Atlanta, GA
10.2023 - Current
  • Developed financial strategies to drive growth and ensure sustainability.
  • Managed budgeting processes and financial forecasting for multiple departments.
  • Mentored finance team members on best practices and professional development.
  • Developed and implemented annual financial plans and budgets.
  • Reorganized finance and accounting departments to improve efficiency and cut excess spending.
  • Coached staff on best practices for managing finances including budgeting techniques, expense tracking methods.

Complex - Director of Finance

Crowne Plaza/Staybridge Suites Atlanta Midtown
Atanta, GA
10.2021 - 10.2023
  • Answered calls and responded to inquiries from various parties using strong active listening and open-ended questioning skills to resolve problems.
  • Analyzed sales activity to identify and correct cost errors or price discrepancies.
  • Developed data-driven analytics to generate insights and actionable recommendations, driving growth and influencing KPIs.
  • Monitored accounting, payroll and financial reporting activities.
  • Oversaw month-end closing process, prepared financial statements and managed advanced reconciliations.
  • Oversaw financial reporting, accounts payable and receivable, asset coordination, account management and budgets.
  • Prepared company's financial reports and ancillary documentation in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Created internal controls and corrective actions to reduce risk or deficiencies.

Controller

Marriott Atlanta Northwest
Atlanta, Ga.
01.2017 - 10.2021

Managed accounts payable for an organization of personnel. Worked quickly and efficiently, with minimal oversight, to accomplish assigned duties. Accurately processed data, validation and transmission for weekly, semi-monthly and sales payrolls. Managed payroll and time and attendance systems. Responded to employee inquiries regarding payroll and timekeeping.

  • Worked with regulatory representatives to complete accurate filings and maintain compliance.
  • Reorganized finance and accounting departments to improve efficiency and cut excess spending.
  • Evaluated budget plans and current costs to project trends and recommend updates.
  • Compiled operational and risk reports detailing financial metrics to help management make proactive decisions.
  • Implemented innovative billing software for department to enhance accounting accuracy.
  • Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
  • Maintained current and accurate cash balances for all programs, departments and projects.
  • Verified accuracy of accounting disbursements such as payroll and vendor payments.

Hotel Controller

Embassy Suites Atlanta Perimeter
Atlanta, United States, United States
07.2012 - 04.2016
  • Accounting Manager Accounts Payables Forecasting Budgeting.
  • Accounts Receivables Month end Closing General Cashier.
  • Cash Handling Payroll.
  • Executed accounts receivable reporting enhancements and reconciliation procedures.
  • Managed accounting operations, accounting close, account reporting
  • Received, recorded, and banked cash, checks, and vouchers as well as reconciled records of bank transactions. and reconciliations.
  • Launch Birch street (HSM).
  • Launched GLMS (Global Labor Management System).

Complex - Accounting Manager

Embassy Suites Centennial Park
Atlanta, United States, United States
07.2011 - 07.2012
  • Executed accounts receivable reporting enhancements and reconciliation procedures. 
  • Received, recorded, and banked cash, checks, and vouchers as well as reconciled records of bank transactions.
  • Addressed and resolved non-routine, complex and unexpected variances.
  • Managed accounting operations, accounting close, account reporting and reconciliations.

Complex - Accounting Manager

Hilton Garden Inn
Atlanta, United States, United States
07.2011 - 07.2012
  • Accounting Manager Accounts Payables Forecasting Budgeting.
  • Accounts Receivables Month end Closing General Cashier.
  • Cash Handling Payroll.
  • Executed accounts receivable reporting enhancements and reconciliation procedures.
  • Managed accounting operations, accounting close, account reporting.
  • Received, recorded, and banked cash, checks, and vouchers as well as reconciled records of bank transactions. and reconciliations.

Accounting Administrator Housekeeping Supervisor Front Desk AgentFront Desk Supervisor Night Auditor

Embassy Suites Atlanta Buckhead
Atlanta, United States, United States
09.2003 - 07.2011
  • Kept records of room availability and guests' accounts, manually or using computers.
  • Performed bookkeeping activities, such as balancing accounts and conducting nightly audits.
  • Recorded guest comments or complaints, referring customers to managers as necessary.
  • Contacted housekeeping or maintenance staff when guests reported problems.

Education

Associate of Arts - Accounting

Atlanta Technical College

Associate of Arts - Business Management

University of Phoenix

Associate of Arts - Business Technology

Middle Georgia Technical

Skills

Account reconciliations Certified Graphic Designer, Data Entry, Customer Service and Business Technology HSM Birchstreet, Opera, OnQ Insider, ADP, Microsoft Office, Excel, UKG, Profitsword, Hotel Effectiveness and PowerPoint

Accomplishments

Accounting Skills General Ledger Accounts

  • Operated computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information.
  • Maintained accurate accounts including cash, inventory, prepaid, fixed assets, accounts payable, accrued expenses and line of credit transactions.
  • Supervised and organized a team of 3 to 4 junior associates to resolve problems and achieve reporting deadline.
  • Conducted and led internal meetings to facilitate effective and efficient audit planning and execution.
  • Performed risk assessments, data analytics and financial review for over 20 projects.

References

Cherise Romney - Director of Operations - 404-242-8789

Derek Alexis - Controller - 917-940-8659

Renee Jackson - Staff Accountant - 678-662-2202

Timeline

Director of Finance

Sheraton Suites Galleria
10.2023 - Current

Complex - Director of Finance

Crowne Plaza/Staybridge Suites Atlanta Midtown
10.2021 - 10.2023

Controller

Marriott Atlanta Northwest
01.2017 - 10.2021

Hotel Controller

Embassy Suites Atlanta Perimeter
07.2012 - 04.2016

Complex - Accounting Manager

Embassy Suites Centennial Park
07.2011 - 07.2012

Complex - Accounting Manager

Hilton Garden Inn
07.2011 - 07.2012

Accounting Administrator Housekeeping Supervisor Front Desk AgentFront Desk Supervisor Night Auditor

Embassy Suites Atlanta Buckhead
09.2003 - 07.2011

Associate of Arts - Accounting

Atlanta Technical College

Associate of Arts - Business Management

University of Phoenix

Associate of Arts - Business Technology

Middle Georgia Technical
ANITA Nash