Leslie Ryan
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Knowledgeable Accountant proficient in laws and procedures governing business operations and regulatory compliance. Handles detail-oriented work in methodical and organized fashion. Leverages field expertise, resourcefulness and diligence to make positive impact on business operations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accountant Sr
Arizona State University
06.2017 - Current
- Developed financial reports for management and departmental use using data analytics tools
- Administered p-card reconciliation process from reviewing allowability to allocation and correcting journal entries if necessary
- Researched, analyzed, and used independent judgment in a variety of daily and non-routine decisions affecting assigned function
- Reviewed and controlled accounts to ensure accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with all pertinent procedures and regulations
- Provided technical advice/services to lower-level accountants & other university staff with problems, complex issues or special projects
- Resolved problems and issues affecting the department by recommending measures to improve its effectiveness and efficiency.
- Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
Sr. Grant Accountant
Maricopa County
04.2016 - 06.2017
- Prepared budgets and accounting reports monthly for the department director
- Monitored revenues and expenses of multi-year multi-million-dollar grants
- On-site monitoring for construction in progress on grant sub-award projects
- Ensured all expenses met guidelines appropriate to the funding sources and followed GAAP principals
- Collaborated as part of the audit response team that reviewed, supplied back-up, and communicated with auditors
- Provided training to new staff as well as to program staff to help then understand finance needs
- Establishing proper internal accounting controls to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Sr. Finance Specialist
Multnomah County
08.2012 - 04.2016
- Established a new cost allocation plan process went from being a 2-month process to a 2-week process
- Created data analysis scripts using ACL to monitor internal controls & expedite work processes
- Reviewed and analyzed journal entries weekly for reasonableness and correctness
- Participated in the county emergency response team as one of the lead finance members
- Managed and reported on revenue and expenses transactions for multi-million dollar grants monthly
- Created ad hoc reports that were able to reconcile multiple software systems into one usable report
- Developed and implemented procedures for daily operations of finance staff positions according to established policies and governing rules.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining data collection and analysis processes.
Education
MBA - Data Analytics, Supply Chain, And Leadership
Arizona State University
07.2024
Bachelor of Arts in Business - Corporate Accounting
Arizona State University
12.2019
Skills
- Workday System
- Report Builder & ACL
- Data Mining & Financial Analysis
- Time Management
- Self-motivation
- Leadership
- Communication
- STAR/Advantage Budgeting
- Financial Reporting
Volunteer Experience
Orphans Africa - Treasurer/board member
Tacoma WA 02/2011-04/2016
- Reconciled monthly statements, invoices and expense accounts, keeping records accurate, and current.
- Implemented QuickBooks software to assist in tracking and reconciling financials
- Researched applicable laws and requirements then implemented the hiring of the first paid staff members including benefits.
- Drafted treasury reports to support management decision-making needs.
- Filed quarterly taxes
Certification
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant (expected 2025)
Timeline
Accountant Sr
Arizona State University
06.2017 - Current
Sr. Grant Accountant
Maricopa County
04.2016 - 06.2017
Sr. Finance Specialist
Multnomah County
08.2012 - 04.2016
MBA - Data Analytics, Supply Chain, And Leadership
Arizona State University
Bachelor of Arts in Business - Corporate Accounting
Arizona State University