Deionka Dixon
Columbus,GA
Summary
Experienced accounting professional with six years of expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and reconciliation. Skilled in managing multiple budgets, and leveraging technology for accuracy and efficiency. Known for strong attention to detail, precision in financial management, and a commitment to compliance. A reliable team collaborator with a problem-solving mindset, dedicated to achieving financial excellence and supporting organizational goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accountant II /Scholarship Coordinator
Columbus State University
12.2022 - Current
- Manages financial operations as Controller for the Alumni Association Inc., overseeing $100K annual budget and 25 project funds
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets
- Improved budget forecasting accuracy with detailed variance analysis between actual and budgeted figures.
- Processes 80 accounts payable transactions weekly across 4 entities via check, ACH, and/or wire transfer
- Administers $3.3M in annual spending, coordinating across 10 Deans/Department Heads
- Increased scholarships awarded by 30% by collaborating with the Financial Aid Director and academic leadership
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
- Acts as liaison for Deans and Financial Aid for distribution of $2.75M in CSU Foundation scholarships
- Assists in managing 850 project funds and $100M in assets, executing monthly budget & bank reconciliations
- Assists in developing & managing $1.2M annual budget for CSU Foundation Inc., ensuring financial alignment with institutional priorities
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
- Generates 300 annual financial endowment reports for donors ensuring transparency and compliance
Accountant I/ Scholarship Coordinator
Columbus State University
04.2019 - 12.2022
- Reconciled 60 accounts payable transactions weekly across three entities, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
- Streamlined CSU Foundation scholarship process, improving accuracy in award distribution
- Executed monthly cash reconciliations for 3 entities and resolved discrepancies across 20 accounts
- Led and optimized the report distribution process to Deans/Department Heads
- Reconciled monthly credit card statements
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
Accountant I
Columbus State University
10.2018 - 04.2019
- Recorded 40 accounts payable transactions weekly across 3 entities
- Maintained and organized accounts payable and audit documentation for seamless financial audits
Education
BBA - Finance
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA12-2016
BBA - Accounting
Valdosta State University
Valdosta, GA12-2016
High School Diploma -
Hardaway High School
Columbus, GA05-2012
Skills
- Financial Statement Preparation and Reporting
- Blackbaud Financial Edge Accounting software
- Bank reconciliation
- Accounts Payable
- Nonprofit accounting
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Year-End Closing
- Account reconciliation
- General ledger entries
- Bookkeeping
- Quickbooks Online
- MS office suite
Certification
- QuickBooks Online Bookkeeping Certification - Intuit Academy 2024 March
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Accountant II /Scholarship Coordinator
Columbus State University
12.2022 - Current
Accountant I/ Scholarship Coordinator
Columbus State University
04.2019 - 12.2022
Accountant I
Columbus State University
10.2018 - 04.2019
BBA - Finance
Valdosta State University
BBA - Accounting
Valdosta State University
High School Diploma -
Hardaway High School
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