Ebony Musinde
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Finance professional with a strong background in financial reporting and analysis. Proven ability to support month-end close processes and maintain accurate financial records. Known for effective collaboration with teams and adaptability to changing priorities, showcasing skills in general ledger management and financial reconciliations. Detail-driven and experienced in examining and analyzing accounting records, financial statements, and financial reports to assess accuracy and compliance with GAAP. Track record includes analyzing accounting processes, identifying deficiencies, and formulating and implementing corrective action plans to achieve compliance and mitigate risk. With 8 years of experience in the accounting field, brings a resourceful approach to work.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Analyst, Temp Contractor
Wyndham
01.2024 - Current
- Facilitated smooth month-end close processes by efficiently reconciling accounts and addressing discrepancies promptly.
- Evaluate financial performance by comparing and analyzing actual results, presenting recommendations to management, and internal or external customers.
- Analyze trending Cash and Banking Operations functions and alert leadership of issues.
- Initiated process improvements that increased the efficiency of budgeting cycles while maintaining accuracy standards.
- Conduct detailed financial analysis to identify and evaluate changes in operations, trends and potential areas of improvement.
Senior Accountant
Foley Entertainment Group
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Performed accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to ensure accuracy and timeliness of invoice creation, entries, and payments
- Performed intercompany transactions, daily bank entries, weekly bank reconciliations, monitored inventory, and P&L analysis
- Maintained fixed asset, intangible asset schedules and sales tax
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
Staff Accountant
Influential
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Completed monthly close task related to operating expenses, including journal entry, preparation related to accruals and assist with additional balance sheet account reconciliations as needed
- Evaluated business processes for effectiveness and efficiency and provided recommendations for improvement along with P&L analysis
- Received, reviewed, and processed 150+ vendor invoices in accordance with financial policies along with vendor onboarding
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
Accounting Clerk
Influential
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Assisted with weekly payment runs, to include creating and processing 75+ invoices daily and annual 1099 forms
- Assisted with performing a wide range of general accounting support functions with the organization
- Maintained the accounts payable inbox and respond promptly to inquiries
- Maintained organized filing systems for accounting records, ensuring easy access to crucial financial information when needed.
- Input high volume of monthly invoices with consistent accuracy.
Senior Customer Service Advocate
UnitedHealth Group
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Researched and resolved eligibility and premium billing discrepancies on invoices utilizing multiple reports
- Ensured consumer satisfaction by delivering a high quality of customer service and following through to resolve issues
- Utilized Microsoft excel to create, edit, and save documents and spreadsheets
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing effective solutions.
- Leveraged strong problem-solving skills to address complex challenges faced by clients, ensuring swift resolution of issues whenever possible.
Merchandiser
Premium
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Maintained company, client, and retailer confidentiality
- Educated customers and store personnel on the features and benefits of client brands and product lines
- Executed all required tasks, projects, resets, displays with accuracy, by following all provided instructions
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
Substitute Teacher
Lakenheath Elementary School
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Fulfilled short-term and long-term substitute teaching requirements for all subjects in Grades K through 3
- Presented instructions in accordance with the established lesson plan
- Created and maintained a respectful and fair classroom culture that fostered safe and productive learning
- Prepared end of the day reports to notify main teacher of positive and negative behaviors
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Squadron Activity Counsel, Volunteer
RAF Mildenhall
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Assisted in calculating budget for food and drink items to sell based upon current earnings
- Served as a team member to raise money for squadron, moral and recreation purposes raising $5000+ for the year
- Prepared minutes for meetings
- Assisted with planning, scheduling, and managing the staff to promote efficiency in completing volunteer shifts and responsibilities
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure timely resolution of complex legal matters.
Air Force Sergeants Association, Volunteer
RAF Mildenhall
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Served as a team member to bring awareness about the association and raise money for local military members
- Managed projects and tasks that generated $5,000 + to support team members travel to be enriched with the improvements of the association
- Supervised the allocation of financial resources and provided clear rules and guidelines for the budgeting process
- Managed environment to promote teamwork, positive performance feedback and volunteer satisfaction
- Improved financial efficiency by analyzing budgetary data and identifying areas for cost reduction.
Daycare Provider
Child Development Center
04.2012 - 08.2013
- Offered top-notch care to 8+ children at once, ranging in age from 3 to 5
- Managed daily routines, including meal preparation and nap times, promoting a structured and consistent schedule for children.
- Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem-solving skills
- Handled daily administrative tasks efficiently to minimize time away from children, including updating attendance and requesting new supplies
- Communicated effectively with parents about their child''s progress, behavior, and milestones achieved during daycare hours.
Hotel Receptionists
Sage Brush Inn
08.2009 - 04.2011
- Performed various administrative functions, including filing paperwork, delivering mail, sorting mail, office cleaning and bookkeeping
- Managed cash transactions accurately, maintaining proper financial records for the reception area.
- Updated customer accounts with add-on room charges, including minibar use and room service bills
- Provided exceptional customer service for a memorable stay, addressing guest inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
Administrator
Child Development Center
04.2005 - 11.2008
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining strict confidentiality at all times as required by company policy or legal regulations.
- Maintained personnel records and updated internal databases to support document management.
- Submitted cash and check deposits and generated cash receipts to record money received.
- Assisted in month-end closing activities, ensuring all transactions were accurately recorded and reported to management.
- Improved cash flow by proactively identifying potential issues and working closely with sales teams to resolve disputes.
Education
Master of Arts - Business Administration
Trident University International
Cypress, CA12-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Ashford University
San Diego, CA05-2019
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial and operational reporting
- Monthly account / bank reconciliation
- Monthly journal entries
- Financial statement review
- Month-end closing
- Accounts payable and receivable management
- Customer service
- Data entry
- Recordkeeping and file management
- Balance Sheets
- MS office suite
Awards
Employee of the month as a Hotel Receptionists at Sage Brush Inn two times during my time there.
Software Skills
Toast - Beginner
Maestro - Beginner
Paymentus - Intermediate
OFSLL - Intermediate
Concur - Intermediate
NetSuite - Intermediate
Tipalti - Intermediate
Quickbooks - Intermediate
Salesforce - Intermediate
Timeline
Financial Analyst, Temp Contractor
Wyndham
01.2024 - Current
Senior Accountant
Foley Entertainment Group
06.2023 - 08.2023
Staff Accountant
Influential
06.2022 - 06.2023
Accounting Clerk
Influential
01.2022 - 06.2022
Senior Customer Service Advocate
UnitedHealth Group
08.2021 - 12.2021
Merchandiser
Premium
06.2021 - 08.2021
Substitute Teacher
Lakenheath Elementary School
12.2019 - 06.2020
Squadron Activity Counsel, Volunteer
RAF Mildenhall
01.2019 - 12.2019
Air Force Sergeants Association, Volunteer
RAF Mildenhall
01.2019 - 12.2019
Daycare Provider
Child Development Center
04.2012 - 08.2013
Hotel Receptionists
Sage Brush Inn
08.2009 - 04.2011
Administrator
Child Development Center
04.2005 - 11.2008
Master of Arts - Business Administration
Trident University International
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Ashford University
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