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Chris Jourdan

Chris Jourdan

Accountant
Ellenwood,GA

Summary

Results-driven Accounting Executive with extensive knowledge in accounting and finance, coupled with a proven track record in business ownership and team supervision. Demonstrated expertise in leveraging technology to enhance operational efficiency within accounting departments. Committed to driving successful outcomes and pursuing opportunities for professional growth.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Financial Consultant/Accountant/Senior Tax Preparer & Advisor/Entrepreneur

Jourdan Accounting
Forest Park, GA
02.1998 - Current
  • Company Overview: Small Business Owner and Operator
  • Responsible for Sales & Marketing and all day-to-day aspects of business ownership and operations
  • Www.jourdanenterprises.com
  • Responsible for Sales & Marketing and all day-to-day aspects of business ownership and operations
  • Client Bookkeeping/Accounting responsibilities include posting all accounts payables and accounts receivables, preparing checks and posting all other transactions to include invoicing of customers and source accounts; budgeting, payroll, monthly reconciliation of all bank and credit card accounts; general ledger maintenance and preparation of monthly or annual financial statements, and preparation of quarterly and annual payroll and corporate tax return and reports for state and federal agencies
  • Tax preparation services for Individuals, Sole Proprietorships, Corporations, Limited Liabilities and Partnerships
  • Small Business Owner and Operator
  • Responsible for Sales & Marketing and all day-to-day aspects of business ownership and operations
  • Www.jourdanenterprises.com

Chief Financial Officer

Bison Companies
Peachtree Corners, GA
10.2015 - 05.2019
  • Company Overview: Directly accountable for the administrative, financial, and risk management operations of the company
  • Directly accountable for the administrative, financial, and risk management operations of the company, to include the development of a financial and operational strategy and the ongoing development and monitoring of processes, procedures and control systems that are designed to preserve company assets and report accurate financial results
  • Assist in formulating the company's future direction and supporting strategic initiatives
  • Monitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plans
  • Develop financial and tax strategies
  • Manage the expenditure request and budgeting processes
  • Develop performance measures that support the company's strategic direction
  • Participate in key decisions as a member of the executive management team
  • Maintain in-depth relations with all members of the management team
  • Manage the accounting, legal, tax, and treasury departments
  • Oversee the financial operations of subsidiary companies
  • Oversee the company's transaction processing systems
  • Implement operational best practices
  • Oversee the issuance of financial information
  • Personally, reviewed and approved all financial results to the executive management and board of directors
  • Understand and mitigate key elements of the company's risk profile
  • Monitor all open legal issues involving the company, and legal issues
  • Construct and monitor reliable control systems
  • Maintain appropriate insurance coverage
  • Ensure that the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
  • Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies
  • Report risk issues to executive management team and the audit committee of the board of directors
  • Directly accountable for the administrative, financial, and risk management operations of the company

Church Accountant

Greenforest Community Baptist Church
Decatur, GA
06.2012 - 09.2015
  • Company Overview: Directly responsible for achieving accounting operational objectives
  • Directly responsible for achieving accounting operational objectives by contributing accounting information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; preparing and completing action plans; implementing member-service standards; resolving problems; completing internal audits and facilitating external annual audits; identifying trends; determining process and procedural improvements; implementing change
  • Responsible for meeting accounting financial objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget; scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions
  • Confirmed daily financial status by monitoring revenue and expenses and cash flow; coordinating the collection, consolidation, and evaluation of financial data; preparing special reports
  • Maintain accounting controls by establishing a chart of accounts; defining accounting policies and procedures; Guide other departments by researching and interpreting accounting policy; applying observations and recommendations to operational issues, and maintain financial security by establishing internal controls
  • Directly responsible for achieving accounting operational objectives

Church Accountant

New Life Church
Decatur, GA
10.2007 - 05.2012
  • Company Overview: Directly responsible for preparing annual member giving statements
  • Directly responsible for preparing annual member giving statements; entering weekly contributions, event payments, and other payments to general fund, building fund, special funds, and donor designated funds; keeping confidential all financial contribution information
  • Supervised additional accountant during the entering of all invoices submitted for payment for the organization and prepare payments for mailing
  • Prepared weekly and monthly financial reports for Church leadership and individual ministry teams
  • Devised processes and procedures for backing up the computer system and maintaining filing system
  • To perform other necessary and related work as assigned and assisted with internal and external audit committees and teams to secure financial funding in preparation of building new facility
  • Directly responsible for preparing annual member giving statements

Corporate Controller

Meeting Expectations, Inc.
Atlanta, GA
07.2002 - 06.2007
  • Company Overview: Responsible for directing the company's accounting functions
  • Responsible for directing the company's accounting functions by establishing and maintaining complete accounting principles, practices, and procedures for the parent company and 6 major clients
  • Responsibilities include, but not limited to accounts payables, accounts receivables, general ledger, journal entries, month end closing, bank account and credit card reconciliation, and preparation of monthly financial statements
  • Present findings directly to executive management and offer suggestions concerning resource utilizations and underlying budget forecasts and variances
  • Planned, managed and implemented accounting software conversions
  • Plan and assist with internal and external audits
  • Documented and streamlined all accounting policies, processes and procedures which increased overall accounting department efficiency
  • Constructed Financial Statements package consisting of over 50 subcategories and committees of detailed analytical information
  • Maintain and manage contracts and prepare tax documents for independent contractors
  • Trained all new accountants
  • Performed limited Human Resources functions that include Payroll, Employee Benefits, Insurance, Employee Wellness Program, New Employee Orientations
  • Responsible for directing the company's accounting functions

Accounting Manager

Mrs. Smith's Bakeries, LLC
Suwanee, GA
10.2001 - 05.2002
  • Company Overview: Managed all activities of Accounts Payable staff
  • Managed all activities of Accounts Payable staff to include hiring, training, motivating and disciplining
  • Directly responsible for all day-to-day policies, procedures and activities of the Accounts Payable Department
  • Ensured timely payments of vendor invoices and expense vouchers and maintained accurate records and control reports
  • Managed Accounts Payable team of 18, 17 clerks, 1 specialist, and A/P responsibilities for 27 'high volume' manufacturing plants
  • Implemented top 10 vendor program
  • Streamlined procedures to increase productivity and efficiency to increased overall efficiency more than 40%
  • Managed all activities of Accounts Payable staff

Staff Accountant

Hitachi Telecom, Ltd., USA
Norcross, GA
04.2000 - 10.2001

Accounts Payable/Receivable Supervisor/Motor Fuel Purchaser and Dispatcher

Triton Marketing, Inc.
Atlanta, GA
03.1999 - 04.2000

Accounting Technical Support Technician

Sage (Peachtree Software)
Norcross, GA
12.1997 - 03.1999
  • Coordinated with other departments within the organization in order to resolve complex issues quickly.
  • Performed regular maintenance checks on customer computers to ensure optimal performance.
  • Developed a thorough understanding of customer needs in order to provide effective problem resolution services.
  • Created detailed reports of customer interactions for future reference and analysis.
  • Identified potential areas of improvement within existing processes that could enhance customer experience.
  • Provided basic instruction to customers regarding the use of specific software programs or applications.

Education

Master's Degree Accounting & Financial Management -

Keller Graduate School of Management, DeVry University
Atlanta, GA
04.2006

Bachelor's Degree Business Administration, Majored in Accounting & Finance -

Herzing University
Atlanta, GA
02.2002

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Proficiency
  • Quickbooks Enterprise Knowledge
  • QuickBooks Online Expertise
  • ProAdvisor Certified
  • System Transition Management
  • ACS - Church Management Software
  • Peachtree & Sage Accounting
  • Great Plains
  • Financial Edge NXT
  • SAP
  • Income Tax Preparation
  • Comprehensive Financial Reporting
  • Sound Ethical Judgment
  • Client Support and Engagement
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Proficient in Task Management
  • Problem-solving
  • Client management
  • Accounting software
  • Internal auditing
  • Process improvement
  • Communication skills
  • Strategic Development
  • Collaborative Team Leadership
  • Financial Advisory Services
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Commitment to Ethical Practices
  • Strategic Financial Planning
  • Client Communication Skills
  • Financial Debt Management
  • Comprehensive Tax Strategy Development
  • Financial Budgeting

Timeline

Chief Financial Officer

Bison Companies
10.2015 - 05.2019

Church Accountant

Greenforest Community Baptist Church
06.2012 - 09.2015

Church Accountant

New Life Church
10.2007 - 05.2012

Corporate Controller

Meeting Expectations, Inc.
07.2002 - 06.2007

Accounting Manager

Mrs. Smith's Bakeries, LLC
10.2001 - 05.2002

Staff Accountant

Hitachi Telecom, Ltd., USA
04.2000 - 10.2001

Accounts Payable/Receivable Supervisor/Motor Fuel Purchaser and Dispatcher

Triton Marketing, Inc.
03.1999 - 04.2000

Financial Consultant/Accountant/Senior Tax Preparer & Advisor/Entrepreneur

Jourdan Accounting
02.1998 - Current

Accounting Technical Support Technician

Sage (Peachtree Software)
12.1997 - 03.1999

Master's Degree Accounting & Financial Management -

Keller Graduate School of Management, DeVry University

Bachelor's Degree Business Administration, Majored in Accounting & Finance -

Herzing University

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