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Faith Baker
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Faith Baker

Evanston,WY

Work Preference

Desired Job Title

Financial AnalystAccountantStaff Accountant

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemote
Location: Evanston, WY
Open to relocation: No

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsWork from home optionPaid sick leavePaid time offCareer advancement

Summary

Detail-oriented financial analyst with expertise in variance analysis, budget management, and month-end closing processes. Proven track record of improving financial reporting accuracy and timeliness. Strong collaborator with teams, consistently delivering results and adapting to changing priorities. Proficient in general ledger management and financial reconciliations.

Overview

1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience

Certification

  • Accounting Basics - Certification

Work History

Financial Analyst

Evanston Regional Hospital
Evanston, WY
07.2024 - Current
  • Supported budget preparation and variance analysis to enhance departmental financial planning.
  • Managed financial operations, month-end reporting, financial schedules and reconciliations.
  • Conducted monthly and year-end close processes, enhancing financial reporting timeliness.
  • Performed month-end close activities such as accruals, amortization, allocations.
  • Reconciled general ledger accounts to ensure data integrity.
  • Assessed accuracy, completeness, and integrity of corporate financial records.
  • Managed fixed assets register, tracking additions, disposals, transfers, and calculating depreciation to ensure accurate asset reporting.

Expanded responsibilities by taking on new roles after initial hiring.

Contracts Manager: Added August 2024 - Current

Facility Compliance Manager: Added April 2025 - Current

Accounting Clerk

Clean Energy Cryogenics
Evanston, WY
12.2021 - 07.2024
  • Processed invoices, payments, and statements in a timely manner.
  • Maintained general ledger entries, ensuring transactions adhered to accounting standards.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
  • Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts, and tracked expenses to maintain financial integrity.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline accounting procedures, improving workflow efficiency.

Store Manager

Verizon Wireless
Evanston, WY
04.2020 - 08.2021
  • Managed daily store operations and ensured adherence to company policies.
  • Trained and mentored staff on customer service best practices and product knowledge.
  • Oversaw inventory management, including stock replenishment and loss prevention strategies.
  • Implemented sales strategies to enhance customer engagement and drive store performance.
  • Coordinated team schedules to maintain optimal staffing levels during peak hours.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, ensuring a positive shopping experience for all patrons.

Customer Account Manager

Aarons Furniture Store
Evanston, WY
09.2019 - 04.2020
  • Organized daily workflow and assessed appropriate staffing to provide optimal service.
  • Handled complaints, provided appropriate solutions, and alternatives within appropriate timeframes and followed up to achieve resolution.
  • Established performance and service goals and held associates accountable for individual performance.
  • Collaborated with finance department on invoicing accuracy for applicable products, services, software, and logistics.

Store Manager

GNC Live Well
Evanston, WY
08.2015 - 09.2019
  • Supervised guests at front counter, answering questions regarding products.
  • Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
  • Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
  • Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Homeschooling
Midvale, UT
01-2013

Skills

  • Variance analysis
  • Budget management
  • Accrual accounting
  • Month-end closing
  • Year-end closing
  • General ledger reconciliation
  • Account reconciliation
  • Fixed asset management
  • Financial accounting
  • Compliance management
  • Accounting software expertise
  • Data entry
  • Bookkeeping
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communication
  • Account reconciliation

Timeline

Financial Analyst

Evanston Regional Hospital
07.2024 - Current

Accounting Clerk

Clean Energy Cryogenics
12.2021 - 07.2024

Store Manager

Verizon Wireless
04.2020 - 08.2021

Customer Account Manager

Aarons Furniture Store
09.2019 - 04.2020

Store Manager

GNC Live Well
08.2015 - 09.2019

High School Diploma -

Homeschooling
Faith Baker