FELECIA HARRIS-DAY
JACKSON,MS
Summary
Results-oriented accounting professional with several years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, and audit-related settings. Quick and eager learner with acute attention to detail and a consistent track record of identifying process improvements to drive quality, accuracy, and efficiency.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant /Auditor IV Professional
MS Department of Transportation
Jackson, Mississippi
01.2005 - 01.2024
- Manage and reconcile funds of $32 million for a diverse range of federal transportation programs
- Transmit funds of $10 million monthly through the Electronic Clearing House Operation (ECHO) Payment System for the Federal Transit Administration & quarterly for the Federal Aviation Administration
- Transmit funds bi-weekly through the RASPS (Rapid Approval and State Payment System) to FHWA
- Work with the Information Systems Division to prepare PR371 (payment reimbursement reports) and create Batch Numbers through RASPS
- Execute various functions of journal entries and maintain an organized compilation of supporting documentation for all reports composed for Final Voucher Projects (PR20)
- Prepare and reconcile bi-weekly reports for the Federal Highway Administration and maintain the control of receipts and disbursements for Federal Highway Billing
- Prepare and reconcile monthly, quarterly, and annual Financial Reports for the Federal Transit Award Management System (TrAMS)
- Assist the Accounting Manager with special research regarding projects, such as solving discrepancies with FHWA reimbursements and providing project cost detail sheets upon request from FHWA
- Reside on the FTA review board to approve proposals submitted for federal transportation programs
- Attend various training sessions concerning Federal Highway performance program upgrades, targeting goals and objectives for Fiscal Management Information System & Rapid Approval and State Payment System
- Attend various training sessions for the Federal Transit Administration for upgrades on ECHO and TrAMS Systems.
- Coordinated with external auditors during the annual audit process by providing requested documents and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
- Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.
- Investigated and resolved billing issues to maximize cash flow and minimize liabilities.
Accounting Specialist
MS Department of Transportation
Jackson, Mississippi
12.2002 - 12.2004
- Transmit funds monthly through the Echo Payment System for the Federal Transit Administration and quarterly for the Federal Aviation Administration
- Transmit funds of $10 million bi-weekly through the RASPS (Rapid Approval and State Payment System) to FHWA
- Maintain the control of receipts and disbursements for Federal Highway Billing
- Participated in special projects or initiatives as needed to meet business objectives.
- Created journal entries as needed to record transactions in the general ledger.
- Managed intercompany transactions and reconciled all intercompany accounts each month.
- Assisted with month-end and year-end close processes, preparing necessary journal entries.
- Reconciled expenses and financial records.
- Assessed data and information to check entries, calculations and billing codes for accuracy.
- Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.
- Developed reports to support month-end close process including account reconciliations.
- Prepared balance sheet reconciliations for review by management team.
- Collaborated with other departments on various projects or initiatives that require cross-functional teams.
Accountant/Auditor III
MS Department of Transportation
Jackson, Mississippi
06.2000 - 11.2002
- Prepare and reconcile bi-weekly reports for the Federal Highway Administration
- Work with the Information Systems Division to prepare PR371 (payment reimbursement reports) and create Batch Numbers through RASPS
- Assist Supervisor and Accountant Specialist with project research as needed
- Process and request Final Vouchers, Final Inspection, Final Estimate, and Modification on projects
- Monitor funds, which include Federal Grants, State Aid, Cities Funds, Counties Funds, and various consultant agencies to determine if all funds have been received
- Monitor the activity of receipts and disbursements of several accounts and execute journal voucher entries.
- Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
- Prepared monthly closing entries for multiple companies' books of records.
- Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
Accountant/Auditor II
MS Department of Transportation
Jackson, Mississippi
05.1999 - 06.2000
- Prepare and reconcile bi-weekly reports for the Federal Highway Administration
- Process and request Final Vouchers, Final Inspection, Final Estimate, and Modification on projects
- Monitor several funds, including Federal Grants, State Aid, Cities Funds, Counties Funds, and various consultant agencies, to determine if all funds have been received
- Monitor the control of receipts and disbursement activity of several accounts and execute various journal voucher entries.
- Reported on financial results including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
- Posted financial data in Excel spreadsheets and managed inventory.
- Minimized internal accounting department backlogs by updating accounts and generating reports.
- Gathered banking transactions via statements, recorded activity in Excel format and reconciled balances.
Education
Master Business Administration (MBA) -
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS07.2023
Certificate in Accounting -
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA08.2020
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Management -
Southern University
Baton Rouge, LA08.1984
Skills
- Variance Analysis
- Bookkeeping
- Auditing
- Financial Analysis
- Statutory Reporting
- General Ledger Entries
- Year-end close
- Financial Statements
- Cash Flow analysis
- Administrative Support
Accomplishments
National Dean's List - Honor Roll
Softwaresystems
- Windows
- FMS
- Federal Highway Systems: Echos Web, FMIS4 AND RASPS
- Microsoft Excel
- Word
- 10Key by-Touch Adding machine
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Accountant /Auditor IV Professional
MS Department of Transportation
01.2005 - 01.2024
Accounting Specialist
MS Department of Transportation
12.2002 - 12.2004
Accountant/Auditor III
MS Department of Transportation
06.2000 - 11.2002
Accountant/Auditor II
MS Department of Transportation
05.1999 - 06.2000
Master Business Administration (MBA) -
Jackson State University
Certificate in Accounting -
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Management -
Southern University
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