Danielle Jackson
Finance Manager
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dynamic finance professional with a strong background in financial analysis and management, driving process improvements and implementing strategic financial planning initiatives. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency while delivering insightful financial guidance that supports organizational goals. A reliable team player committed to fostering collaboration and adaptability in response to evolving business demands.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager, Financial Operations
Energy BBDO
06.2023 - 11.2025
- Directed the full Accounts Payable (AP) function, including invoice workflows, expense report processing, vendor onboarding and maintenance, approvals, and on-time payments.
- Supervised and coached one direct report, delegating tasks, training on processes, and reviewing performance to support development.
- Contributed extensively to month-end close, preparing journal entries, analyzing P&L results, performing variance reviews, and confirming accuracy of reported financials.
- Acted as the lead contact for all internal and external audit requests, preparing schedules, gathering documentation, and supporting testing procedures.
- Supported upper management through ongoing ad hoc analyses, reporting, and special projects, ensuring reliable insights for strategic decision-making.
Accounting Manager
Enlivant
04.2023 - 05.2023
- Prepare month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
- Manage payroll processing and changes for 5000+ employees.
- Handle accounting operations such as updating journal entries and reconciling accounts.
- Supervised accounting tasks, which included accounts payable and receivable, general ledger management and expense reporting oversight.
Senior Accountant
Enlivant
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Performed general ledger account reconciliations and generated updated financial documents.
- Completed month-end and year-end close procedures and reconciled balance sheet accounts.
- Managed and prepared journal entries and reconciliations to support monthly general ledger closing activities.
- Generated and presented monthly financial statements to senior management.
Staff Accountant
Enlivant
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Reviewed and reconciled discrepancies in accounts and financial documentation.
- Filed and remitted taxes for company and clients.
- Managed large amounts of financial data using balance sheets, profit and loss reports and online databases.
- Managed financial operations, month-end reporting, financial schedules and reconciliations.
Staff Accountant
Giordano's Pizza
10.2019 - 05.2020
- Reviewed and reconciled discrepancies in accounts and financial documentation.
- Assessed accuracy, completeness and integrity of corporate financial records.
- Monitored and tracked expenses to keep business on track with financial targets.
- Performed in-depth analysis of business operations, trends and obligations to complete accurate projections.
Staff Accountant
Bravo Restaurant
01.2018 - 09.2019
- Prepared & maintained daily sales to bank deposits
- Generated monthly financial statements, including income statements and balance sheets
- Prepared and filed state and local tax returns, including sales taxes & business licenses renewals
- Assisted in the preparation of supporting documents for Year End Audits
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Chicago State University
Chicago, IL12.2017
Skills
Skilled in Microsoft Office applications
Team leadership
Operations management
Strategic planning
Accounting Software: Great Plains, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Microsoft Dynamics Solomon, QuickBooks, OneStream
Decision-making
Professional Development
McKinsey Academy Management Accelerator Program (04/2022-10/2022)
- A 6-month online course focused on leadership, strategy, and organizational effectiveness
Timeline
Manager, Financial Operations
Energy BBDO
06.2023 - 11.2025
Accounting Manager
Enlivant
04.2023 - 05.2023
Senior Accountant
Enlivant
03.2022 - 04.2023
Staff Accountant
Enlivant
11.2020 - 03.2022
Staff Accountant
Giordano's Pizza
10.2019 - 05.2020
Staff Accountant
Bravo Restaurant
01.2018 - 09.2019
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Chicago State University