Dawn Willaford
Finance
Tifton,GA
Summary
Adept Finance Officer with a proven track record at City of Sylvester, showcasing expertise in GAAP and internal controls development. Leveraged ledger reconciliation and multitasking abilities to enhance financial accuracy and operational efficiency. Demonstrated leadership in guiding junior staff and achieving significant cost savings, underscoring a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Officer
City of Sylvester
Sylvester, GA
06.2017 - Current
- Conducted financial analysis to identify potential areas of improvement and cost savings.
- Managed accounts receivable and payable processes while ensuring accurate recording of transactions in the general ledger system.
- Assisted with the preparation of audited financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Evaluated existing internal controls to ensure their effectiveness in safeguarding assets from loss or misappropriation.
- Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of industry trends through research activities.
- Provided technical guidance to junior staff members regarding accounting principles, practices, procedures.
- Reconciled bank accounts on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of records.
Administrative Assistant
Carr, Riggs & Ingram CPSs
Tifton, GA
09.2015 - 06.2017
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Processed completed tax returns for all partners of the firm.
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
- Prepared expense reports on behalf of executives in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Education
Diploma - Business Accountancy/Finance Accounting
Moultrie Technical College
Tifton, GA07-2013
Skills
- GAAP
- General ledger accounting
- Internal controls development
- Ledger reconciliation
- Debt management
- Vendor Management
- Cash handling expertise
- Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Finance Officer
City of Sylvester
06.2017 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Carr, Riggs & Ingram CPSs
09.2015 - 06.2017
Diploma - Business Accountancy/Finance Accounting
Moultrie Technical College
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