Chynna Powell
Chicago,IL
Summary
Results-driven finance professional with a proven track record at AC Hotel by Marriott, specializing in bank statement reconciliation and financial accuracy enhancement. Adept in audit support and property management, demonstrating strong analytical skills complemented by effective tenant relations. Committed to driving operational efficiency and delivering exceptional service. Knowledgeable with strong background in general accounting principles and practices. Proven track record of managing accounts payable and receivable processes efficiently. Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting and reconciliation, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
General Accountant
The Midland Hotel
Chicago, IL
07.2025 - Current
- Managed monthly financial closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Reconciled bank statements and balance sheet accounts to maintain financial integrity.
- Reviewed invoices and processed payments, optimizing cash flow management.
- Assisted in budget preparation and forecasting to support strategic planning initiatives.
- Contacted customers to immediately find resolutions for escalated issues.
- Coordinated with clients to improve accounting, payroll and tax operations.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
Accounting Clerk
AC Hotel by Marriott
Palo Alto, CA
07.2019 - 06.2025
- Reconciled bank statements and resolved discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Tracked accounting information accurately, resulting in significant reduction in financial discrepancies.
- Compiled current budget data from estimated revenues, expenses and prior budgets.
- Prepared bank deposits by compiling data from cashiers.
- Assisted with month-end and year-end close processes, preparing necessary journal entries.
- Reviewed accounts payable ledgers for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding bills and payments.
- Ensured accurate recording of payroll related transactions such as employee benefits deductions, vacation payouts.
- Prepared and processed payroll.
- Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
- Handled accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and payment processing.
- Assisted with the preparation of month-end close activities including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals.
Leasing Agent Assistant
HHDC
Chicago, IL
05.2013 - 04.2018
- Managed day-to-day activities involving tenants, subcontractors and property management.
- Prepared monthly reports on vacancy rates, rental income, and other data related to leasing activity.
- Escalated critical issues to property manager to deliver immediate resolution.
- Assisted in drafting new lease agreements based on predetermined criteria set by the Leasing Agent.
- Prepared and submitted monthly tenant visit logs.
- Maintained high customer approval rating through dynamic service, exemplary support, and interpersonal communication.
- Compiled detailed financial reports summarizing current occupancy levels, rental rates and other relevant data.
- Led property tours to showcase amenities to prospective tenants and offered valuable information regarding major features.
- Marketed property to prospective tenants by giving tours and pointing out key features.
- Responded promptly to tenant requests regarding maintenance issues or other concerns.
- Maintained accurate records of correspondence with and from tenants.
- Supervised production of annual rent, operating expense, and real estate tax adjustments.
- Built brand loyalty by delivering stellar leasing experience to residents.
- Received rent payments and tracked transactions in accounting software.
- Managed overall tenant relations, promoted tenant satisfaction and streamlined services delivery.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
WILBUR WRIGHT COLLEGE
Chicago, ILSkills
- Collections and invoice processing
- Month-end documentation
- Journal updates
- Month-end reports
- Budgets and forecasting
- New teller training
- Invoice processing
- Bank statement reconciliation
- Audit support
- Accounts receivable management
- Property tours and inspections
- Resident assistance
- Property management
- Fair housing laws
- Real estate
- Lease file audits
- Telephone inquiry management
- Unit inspection
- Unit maintenance
- Accounting software proficiency
- Bank reconciliation
- General ledger management
- Payroll processing
- Cash flow management
- Accounts payable and receivable
References
References available upon request.
Education and Training
other
Timeline
General Accountant
The Midland Hotel
07.2025 - Current
Accounting Clerk
AC Hotel by Marriott
07.2019 - 06.2025
Leasing Agent Assistant
HHDC
05.2013 - 04.2018
Some College (No Degree) -
WILBUR WRIGHT COLLEGE