Derek Shipley
Summary
I have worked in accounting for 10 years, 6 as a department head. I have learned journal entries, balance sheets, income statements, as well as our weekly and period P&L statement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Flowers Bakery of London, LLC
05.2019 - Current
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 600 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
Accounting Generalist
Flowers Baking Co. of Knoxville, LLC
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Contributed to successful audits with meticulous record-keeping and timely responses to inquiries.
- Managed vendor relationships effectively, negotiating favorable terms to reduce costs where possible without sacrificing quality of goods or services received.
- Served as a trusted resource for colleagues seeking guidance on complex accounting matters or system issues.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams for improved financial reporting and communication.
Accounting Specialist
Flowers Baking Co. of Knoxville, LLC
05.2015 - 05.2018
- Input financial data and produced reports using Excel.
- Supported month-end closing process by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis reports.
- Assisted auditors during annual audits, providing necessary documentation and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Increased efficiency in accounts payable and receivable management, reducing processing time and minimizing errors.
Education
Accounting
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08-2017
Business Analytics
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN05-2015
Skills
- Payroll processing
- Preparing financial statements
- Cash flow management
- Staff management
Timeline
Controller
Flowers Bakery of London, LLC
05.2019 - Current
Accounting Generalist
Flowers Baking Co. of Knoxville, LLC
05.2018 - 05.2019
Accounting Specialist
Flowers Baking Co. of Knoxville, LLC
05.2015 - 05.2018
Accounting
Liberty University
Business Analytics
University of Tennessee
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