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Alena Polen

Anchorage

Summary

Finance professional equipped to excel in this role, bringing expertise in financial management, budgeting, and regulatory compliance. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs and trusted for reliability. In prior experience in bank reconciliation and my commitment to team building transformed cross-departmental collaboration, driving notable improvements in company performance. I also played a key role in mentoring by training, fostering professional growth within the team.

Developed financial cost analysis, budgeting, and reporting skills within corporate environment. Positive, reliable, and analytical with strong foundation in financial principles and accounting practices. Proficient in financial reporting and budgeting, with solid skills in using accounting software and Excel. Committed to providing accurate financial insights and supporting organizational growth.

Experience with Federal grants, cost monitor and reporting to the grantor and single audit.


Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Controller

UIC
02.2018 - 08.2024
  • Ensured integrity of general ledger accounts through regular reconciliations, adjustments, and detailed documentation.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration by partnering with other departments on special projects aimed at improving overall company performance.
  • Streamlined month-end closing procedures, reducing time spent on manual tasks and increasing efficiency.
  • Mentored junior team members in accounting best practices, fostering a positive work environment and professional development opportunities.
  • Collaborate with the team, budget planning, teamwork, planning, and competence.

Food Bank of Anchorage

Food Bank of Anchorage
06.2014 - 04.2017

- Posted Cash Receipts into accosting Software

- Manager AR/ AP transactions

- Issue Vendor payments

- Reconcile accounts payable and receivable

- Handle monthly closings

- Assist with the audit, back up documents, reports

- Assisted with payroll MS Excel skills including Vlookups and pivot tables

Education

MBA - Finance

University of Alaska Anchorage College of Business
Anchorage
12-2010

Bachelor of Science - Accounting, Econonmics

BBA
05-2005

Skills

  • Month end close
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Invoice tracking
  • Cost control
  • Team building
  • Problem Solving

Timeline

Assistant Controller

UIC
02.2018 - 08.2024

Food Bank of Anchorage

Food Bank of Anchorage
06.2014 - 04.2017

MBA - Finance

University of Alaska Anchorage College of Business

Bachelor of Science - Accounting, Econonmics

BBA
Alena Polen