Corrine Hudson
Katy,Texas
Summary
A versatile accountant with demonstrated transformational leadership in organizations with 20 years of general ledger, account reconciliation, budgeting and forecasting experience. A highly orientated individual with strong leadership skills. Expertise in developing a division within accounting and the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize and meet deadlines. Committed to establishing strong standards, internal controls and processes while reducing risk.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Treasury Manager
City Of Missouri City
Missouri City, TX
04.2018 - Current
- Trained and supervised five employees, accounting policies, procedures and performance requirements.
- Reconciled monthly statements, invoices and expense accounts, keeping records accurate and current.
- Supervised accurate, efficient and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing and sales tax returns.
- Oversees billing of City revenues and works directly with collection agencies to provide data and review monthly collectible and uncollectible balances.
- Solicit and purchase investments for City funds in accordance with the Public Funds Investment Act (PFIA) and the City's Investment Policy.
- Annually review and recommend revisions to the City's Investment Policy, present suggested changes to the Finance Committee, and ensure review and adoption by City Council annually in accordance with PFIA.
- Manage the selection and annual approve by the City Council of authorized Broker/Dealers.
- Prepare investment reports accurately and timely quarterly reports to the Finance Committee and City Council. Reconcile investment records to general ledger balances.
- Developed and implemented strategies for managing cash and investments.
- Reviews Fort Bend Tax Office's property tax collection information and ensures accuracy of data. Prepares monthly reports to account for property tax revenue and receivables.
- Decreased Accounts Receivable Aging from 59% to 27%
- Implemented City of Missouri City first online bill payment system for Solid Waste Customers
Senior Accountant
City Of Missouri City
Missouri Ctiy, Texas
07.2017 - 04.2018
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Updated general ledger with latest entries.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for Munis closure procedures.
- Completed biweekly payroll and maintained employee records.
- Drafted variance reports, regulatory filings and related schedules.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
Accounts Payable Manager
Neighborhood Centers Inc
Houston, Texas
10.2016 - 02.2017
- Includes, Customer Vendor Relations, and the AP disbursement group which handles all check disbursements, 1099 and tax related matters for ERP systems
- Manages accounting functions including maintenance of general ledger, accounts payable, and project accounting; ensures accuracy and timeliness
- Develops implements and maintains systems, procedures and policies, including accounts payable functions to ensure adherence to company guidelines
- Manages monthly closing of financial records and posting of month end information; ensures accuracy of financial statements
- Over Travel and Leisure Purchase Card Transactions Reconciliations for 250 +employees with 5% error
- Reduce outstanding vendors from >90 days to 30 days per the policy term agreement.
- Closely monitored accounts to post timely payments and resolve billing discrepancies.
- Partnered with finance team to complete month-end accruals and account reconciliations.
Accounts Payable Supervisor
Neighborhood Centers Inc
Houston, TX
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Developed implemented and maintained systems procedures and policies regarding Accounts Payable to reinforce company guidelines and generally accepted accounting principles
- Drove improvements in Accounts Payable processes including paper reductions and increase in electronic processes
- Managed month end closing tasks for all Accounts Payable related accounts
- Ran Accounts Payable aging for all companies and explained changes in balances
- Provided Accounts Payable assistance to department managers and operations staff responded to financial concerns to meet business need
- Trained and supported new hires to educate on process flow and interdepartmental procedures.
- Oversaw monthly accounting close process for timely and accurate reporting of financial information.
Accounts Payable Leader
GE Oil & Gas Pressure Control
Houston, TX
05.2012 - 08.2015
- Transitioned over $350 million Accounts Payable Department to Business Share Services
- Closed multiple ERP Systems monthly to ensure the invoices were properly record and process for the Accounts Payable department
- Led and support the Accounts Payable Accounting team as needed during the planning and implementation of various projects
- Worked closely with the offshore team to ensure efficient and effective processing for the Accounts Payable Accounting Group
- Reconciled statements from vendors to ensure all payables are accurate and up to date
- Performed month end responsibilities, including preparing journal entries and metric reports
- Ensured timely, efficient and accurate payment of all invoices to prevent procurement issues (e.g., credit holds, late payment penalties, etc.), and facilitates realization of contractual prompt payment discounts
- Provided feedback to 4 employees, 3 contractors and complete evaluations in a timely manner
- Processed 90k invoices on yearly basis.
- Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments and documented account updates.
- Responded to inbound inquiries regarding accounts and payments.
Financial Reporting
GE Oil & Gas Pressure Control
Houston, TX
03.2009 - 05.2012
- Consolidated the monthly financials of actuals, forecasts, budgets and data requests for Pressure Control using Cognos Controller, reported below the line utilizing the Equity Method of Accounting)
- Maintained account mapping from the G/L to Cognos for the US Operations
- Confirmed that all Intercompany transactions $750mm have been properly recorded and eliminate at a consolidated level with 2% error rate
- Selected by Wood Group to represent the Pressure Control division on the worldwide Hyperion transition team
- Monthly GL Close & Governmental Compliance
- Performed, reviewed and approved G/L reconciliations
- Calculated, prepared and posted the payroll journal and payroll accrual each month over 2800 employees
- Prepared and distributed monthly headcount reports to the North American Finance Manager and US Operations Controller.
- Analyzed and prepared annual budgets to contain costs, minimize losses and assure compliance with internal controls.
- Contributed to financial and operational risk reduction by evaluating effectiveness of controls and subsystems.
Senior Accountant
Bassie & Co., Public Accounting Firm
Houston, TX
03.2005 - 03.2009
- Prepared monthly financial reports and various related statement that reflect each client (small business, government, non-profit, and SEC clients)
- Supervised the departmental accounting function and coordinates the completion of periodic financial statements and record keeping
- Analyzed and prepared specific general ledger reconciliations, balance sheet and income statement
- Balanced and reconciled intercompany accounts when required, maintains schedules on monthly and quarterly basis
- Reviewed foreign currency translations for accuracy; reviewed conversion to GAAP from Non-US subsidiaries (Euro, Canadian).
Auditor
Bassie & Co., Public Accounting Firm
Houston, TX
12.2004 - 01.2005
- Prepared audit work papers and schedules based on test work, client analysis and industry comparisons
- Audited cash, expenditure and revenue documents such as bank statements sales invoices, expense receipts and check copies to verify accuracy and conformance with established business office procedures, state and federal regulations (GAAP, GAAS & Sarbanes-Oxley)
- Submitted conclusions along with proposal adjusting entries with recommendations to audit manager.
- Complied with established internal procedures by examining reports, processes and documentation.
- Provided assistance and support to CFO in performing accounting analysis according to rigorous schedules.
- Interviewed business owners, explained audit scope and conducted exit interviews of audit findings.
Staff Accountant
Bassie & Co., Public Accounting Firm
Houston, TX
10.2001 - 01.2004
- Maintained bookkeeping and accounting records for small business, government, non-profit, and SEC clients including general journal and cash accounts
- Assisted in maintaining monthly accounts payable, accruals and presenting accrual schedules to department representatives
- Maintained, monitored and prepared approx
- 75 salaries and hourly payroll, paychecks with documents such as calculations for federal, social security, Teacher Retirement and medical withholding on a bi-weekly and monthly basis
- Prepared Employer’s Quarterly Texas Workforce Unemployment Tax Reports and Federal Income Tax returns promptly and efficiently with supporting details for employers with annual revenue up to $4M.
- Collected and arranged financial information and entered the details into the Sage financial management system.
- Executed financial reporting, managing prepaid accounts, schedules, reconciliations, event settlements and month-end accruals.
Education
Executive MBA -
Strayer University
Washington, DC05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Tougaloo College
Tougaloo, MS05.2015
Skills
- Excel Proficiency
- Financial Forecasting
- Accounting Techniques
- Investment Strategy
- Customer Service Standards
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- ERP Systems
- Internal Control Policies
Work Availability
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Timeline
Treasury Manager
City Of Missouri City
04.2018 - Current
Senior Accountant
City Of Missouri City
07.2017 - 04.2018
Accounts Payable Manager
Neighborhood Centers Inc
10.2016 - 02.2017
Accounts Payable Supervisor
Neighborhood Centers Inc
01.2016 - 10.2016
Accounts Payable Leader
GE Oil & Gas Pressure Control
05.2012 - 08.2015
Financial Reporting
GE Oil & Gas Pressure Control
03.2009 - 05.2012
Senior Accountant
Bassie & Co., Public Accounting Firm
03.2005 - 03.2009
Auditor
Bassie & Co., Public Accounting Firm
12.2004 - 01.2005
Staff Accountant
Bassie & Co., Public Accounting Firm
10.2001 - 01.2004
Executive MBA -
Strayer University
Bachelor of Science - Economics
Tougaloo College
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