Hi, I’m
Chris Johnson
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Experienced accounting professional with a strong background in financial analysis, reconciliations, and reporting. Recognized for exceptional collaboration skills and adaptability, consistently achieving outstanding results in fast-paced and ever-changing work settings. Skilled in data analysis, modeling, and effectively utilizing team strengths to drive organizational success.
Overview
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sun Life
Accounting Analyst
10.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Consistently expanded knowledge base of current accounting practices through professional activities.
- Performed account reconciliations ensuring precision in financial records.
- Worked with IT department to efficiently resolve system-related issues affecting financial reporting capabilities.
- Supported external auditors during annual reviews, offering detailed documentation.
- Reconciled accounts and resolved both internal variances and discrepancies in source documentation.
- Streamlined accounting processes for increased efficiency and reduced errors.
- Reduced month-end closing time through streamlined account reconciliations and process improvements.
- Prepared spreadsheets using formulas, V-lookup and other intermediate and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Sun Life Financial
Accountant
03.2017 - 10.2022
UMB Bank
Wire Specialist Lead
05.2015 - 04.2017
Job overview
- Assisted customers with inquiries regarding wire transfers status or process-related questions successfully resolving their concerns while adhering to confidentiality standards.
- Managed high-volume wire transfer requests efficiently, prioritizing tasks to meet tight deadlines without sacrificing accuracy.
- Developed a comprehensive understanding of various currencies used in international wire transfers which aided in executing error-free transactions.
- Established strong relationships with banking partners, facilitating smooth transactions and promoting effective communication channels.
- Trained new employees on wire transfer procedures, enhancing team performance and ensuring consistent service quality.
- Monitored daily transaction activity closely to detect any suspicious or fraudulent activities, mitigating potential risks to the organization.
Education
Creighton UniversityOmaha, NE
Master Of Science from Organizational Leadership
Creighton UniversityOmaha, NE
Master Of Business Administration from Finance
University of Central MissouriWarrensburg, MO
Bachelor Of Economics from Accounting And Finance
Skills
- Financial reporting
- Account reconciliation
- Data analysis
- Forecasting
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Skilled in SAP, Oracle and Tableau
- Variance analysis
- General ledger analysis
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Accounting Analyst
Sun Life
10.2022 - Current
Accountant
Sun Life Financial
03.2017 - 10.2022
Wire Specialist Lead
UMB Bank
05.2015 - 04.2017
Creighton University
Master Of Science from Organizational Leadership
Creighton University
Master Of Business Administration from Finance
University of Central Missouri
Bachelor Of Economics from Accounting And Finance
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