Results-driven financial professional with a strong background in financial reporting, budget preparation, and accounts reconciliation. Proven ability to ensure compliance and enhance operational efficiency. Multiple job experiences, Excellent report writing skills
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Assistant, Accounting Department
Stetson College of Law
Saint Petersburg, FL
02.2012 - 02.2020
Managed daily accounting tasks to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Assisted in preparing financial reports for department meetings.
Coordinated with vendors to resolve billing discrepancies and payment issues.
Maintained organized records of invoices and receipts for audits.
Supported budget preparation by gathering necessary financial data.
Facilitated communication between departments regarding accounting policies.
Staff Accountant
Schroeder Measurement Technologies
Clearwater, Florida
01.2011 - 02.2012
Managed monthly financial close processes and reconciled accounts.
Prepared accurate financial statements in compliance with regulations.
Mentored junior accountants on best practices and accounting principles.
CFO
Chadbourn Sercurites and subsidiaries
Jacksonville, Florida
10.2005 - 06.2010
Directed financial strategy and planning for Chadbourn Securities and subsidiaries.
Oversaw budgeting processes to align with corporate financial goals.
Managed risk assessment protocols to safeguard company assets.
Analyzed market trends to inform executive decision-making processes.
Collaborated with stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and cost management.
Monitored cash flows and identified areas of risk or opportunity.
Prepared annual budget plans, quarterly forecasts, and monthly closing activities.
Ensured timely filing of all required federal and state taxes; provided support during audits by regulatory agencies.
Managed the preparation of external audit reports in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
Collaborated with senior management to develop long-term business objectives and plans.
Worked closely with operations teams to ensure accurate cost accounting practices are followed.
Monitored business trend forecasts and adjusted budgets and operational plans to maximize growth and opportunities.
Coordinated financial statement reviews to coordinate variance reporting, analysis of year-to-date and forecast performance against expectations.
Supported company growth objectives by developing solid financial plans.
Analyzed operational processes and implemented continuous improvement initiatives to promote profitability and efficiency.
Oversaw finances for revenue generated by management projects.
Worked with SEC to file amendments and achieve compliance targets.
Staff Accountant
Frontier Airlines, Corporate office
Denver, Colorado
03.2000 - 09.2005
Managed general ledger entries and reconciliations for accurate financial reporting.
Oversaw accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure timely transactions.
Utilized accounting software to streamline data entry and reporting functions.
Prepared monthly account reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts.
Compiled and prepared journal entries to ensure accurate general ledger records.
Analyzed existing accounting processes to recommend improvements in efficiency or effectiveness.
Conducted monthly and year-end close processes, enhancing financial reporting timeliness.
Performed month-end close activities such as accruals, amortization, allocations.
Accounting Manager and Operations Field Work
AutoZone Inc
Memphis, Tennessee
02.1989 - 05.2000
Managed monthly financial closings and reconciled accounts for retail operations.
Supervised a team of accountants ensuring accurate transaction processing.
Developed and implemented internal control procedures to enhance compliance.
Traveled to Distribution Centers and Managed physical inventories
Managed Phoenix Distribution Center
Managed Phoenix Distri Manage a group of stores
Education
BBA - Marketing And Accounting
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL
08-1966
Skills
Financial reporting
Budget preparation
Accounts reconciliation
Compliance assurance
Accounting software
Attention to detail
Team collaboration
Customer service
Report preparation
Affiliations
big in physical fitness
a good basketball player in school and capitan of the team