Christopher OSullivan
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
Dynamic Senior Accountant with a proven track record at Commonwealth Senior Living, excelling in financial reporting and analysis. Expert in streamlining budgeting processes and enhancing team performance through mentorship. Adept at identifying cost-saving opportunities while fostering collaboration across teams, leveraging strong analytical skills and a commitment to operational efficiency.
Proficient in Yardi Systems (Accounting Software), Excel, many Intranet team platforms (Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Discord)
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
Commonwealth Senior Living
11.2011 - 05.2025
- Managed a Region with 8 communities (sub companies) monthly bookeeping for each - AP, AR, payroll and Led financial reporting and analysis, ensuring compliance with GAAP standards.
- Mentored junior accountants in monthly close processes and reconciliations to enhance team performance.
- Streamlined budgeting processes by implementing new forecasting tools, improving accuracy of financial projections.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiencies.
- Acted as Accounts Payable Supervisor for CSL from 2013 through 2021 prior to Organizational Change with Accounting Department Restructure and Promotion to Regional Senior Accountant
Director of Finance
Blue Ridge Disc Golf Club - Local Non Profit
01.2022 - Current
- Volunteer / Unpaid position
- Developed and implemented annual budgets to align financial resources with organizational goals.
- Analyzed financial statements to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for cost savings.
- Oversaw financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and accuracy of data.
- Directed strategic planning initiatives focused on revenue growth and operational efficiency improvements.
Lead Organizer Volunteer
State Senate Campaign
10.2011 - 12.2011
- Coordinated community outreach initiatives to engage constituents and maximize voter turnout.
- Developed training materials for volunteers to enhance campaign effectiveness and ensure consistent messaging.
- Facilitated strategic planning sessions with campaign team to align objectives and streamline operations.
- Oversaw volunteer recruitment efforts, enhancing team capacity and fostering a collaborative environment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
College of William And Mary
Williamsburg, Virginia, VASkills
- Financial reporting and analysis
- KPI tracking
- Audit coordination
- Technology-savvy
- Systems Implementation and Software Integration
Languages
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Director of Finance
Blue Ridge Disc Golf Club - Local Non Profit
01.2022 - Current
Senior Accountant
Commonwealth Senior Living
11.2011 - 05.2025
Lead Organizer Volunteer
State Senate Campaign
10.2011 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Arts
College of William And Mary