Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Timeline
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Cedrick L. Cooper

Accomac,VA
Cedrick L. Cooper

Summary

Seasoned Director of Accounting with a proven track record at Shore Up Inc Community Action, enhancing financial workflows and reporting accuracy. Expert in GAAP, Microsoft Excel, and fostering team growth. Achieved streamlined month-end reporting and robust cash flow management, ensuring financial transparency and operational efficiency.

Overview

16
years of professional experience

Work History

Shore Up Inc Community Action

Director of Accounting
12.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing workflows and implementing automated reconciliation processes.
  • Liaised with senior management on financial matters, presenting regular updates and ensuring complete transparency regarding company''s financial position.
  • Oversaw accounts payable and receivable functions, maintaining strong cash flow management practices that ensured prompt payment from clients and timely settlements with vendors.
  • Implemented effective cost allocation methods across various departments, providing management with accurate insights into profitability of each business segment.
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining accounting process and implementing robust internal controls.
  • Managed team of accountants, fostering professional growth and ensuring timely completion of all tasks.
  • Coordinated with external auditors to ensure smooth annual audit process, addressing any concerns or discrepancies in timely manner.
  • Prepared comprehensive financial statements for annual audits, consistently receiving unmodified opinions from external auditors on company''s financial health.
  • Enhanced budgeting process for more accurate forecasting, resulting in better resource allocation and cost control measures.
  • Conducted regular financial analysis to identify variances, enabling proactive decision-making on corrective actions when necessary.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
  • Supervised accounting department operations and team of up to 3 employees.

University of Maryland Eastern Shore, UMES

Assistant Athletic Director for Budget & Finance
01.2019 - 12.2022

Job overview

  • Managed and prepared $5 million budget for athletic department, ensuring proper allocation of funds for equipment, travel expenses, and other necessities for each program/team.
  • Created and maintained detailed financial reports on monthly, quarterly and annual basis for internal and external use.
  • Organized fundraising events to support athletic department initiatives and increase community engagement.
  • Assisted head Athletic Director in developing long-term financial strategic plans for continued growth and success of athletics program.
  • Preparation of financial compliance reports for NCAA and MEAC conference to ensure adherence to national and institutional guidelines and maintaining program integrity.
  • Oversaw scheduling of competitions, practices, and facilities usage to maximize efficiency and optimize resources.
  • Monitored budget and expenditures, keeping department, as well as each program/team within budget.

Therapeutic Interventions

Financial Manager
06.2012 - 01.2019

Job overview

  • Prepared comprehensive financial statements for executive review, aiding in effective decision-making processes regarding growth opportunities and resource allocation.
  • Increased financial efficiency by streamlining budget processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
  • Managed 6 team members across 3 offices.
  • Led financial planning and analysis by managing key metrics, analyzing data and providing support and insight for strategic planning.
  • Created year-end audit book for CPA firm to control and reduce audit costs and accurately prepared year-end financial statements.
  • Controlled $10 million annual budget.
  • Analyzed budgets, financial reports and projections for accurate reporting of financial standing.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.

Shore Up Inc Community Action

Director of Accounting
07.2008 - 06.2012

Job overview

  • See description above

Education

Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Services
Stonecrest, GA

Associate of Science from Mortuary Science
11.2023

University Overview

  • High Honors

Wilmington University
New Castle, DE

Master of Science from Accounting
01.2018

Wilmington University
New Castle, DE

Bachelor of Science from Accounting
05.2004

University Overview


  • Cum Laude Graduate

Skills

  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Accounts Payable
  • Payroll Management
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Quickbooks, GMS, Google Drive, Cocur
  • Microsoft Excel expertise (Microsoft Office)
  • Month-end reporting
  • GAAP
  • General Ledger Management
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Financial analysis and reporting

Affiliations

  • Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

Timeline

Director of Accounting

Shore Up Inc Community Action
12.2022 - Current

Assistant Athletic Director for Budget & Finance

University of Maryland Eastern Shore, UMES
01.2019 - 12.2022

Financial Manager

Therapeutic Interventions
06.2012 - 01.2019

Director of Accounting

Shore Up Inc Community Action
07.2008 - 06.2012

Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Services

Associate of Science from Mortuary Science

Wilmington University

Master of Science from Accounting

Wilmington University

Bachelor of Science from Accounting
Cedrick L. Cooper