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Heather Reynolds

Tallahassee,FL

Summary

A team-oriented, results driven, accounting executive with experience in government funding, non-profit and for-profit companies. My non-profit, quasi government agency experience requires review and implementation of GASB statements. Most recently created processes for state and federal grant oversight and management.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification

Work History

Director of Accounting and Risk Management

Florida Prepaid College Board
Tallahassee, FL
04.2023 - Current
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining the accounting process and implementing robust internal controls for transition to Salesforce.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for operational improvements, leading to increased efficiency and cost savings.
  • Coordinated with external auditors to ensure a smooth annual audit process, addressing any concerns or discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Conducted regular financial analysis to identify variances, enabling proactive decision-making on corrective actions when necessary.

Adjunct Professor

Tallahassee State College
Tallahassee, FL
09.2020 - Current
  • Taught Accounting courses, providing instruction to up 35 undergraduate students per course.
  • Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
  • Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.

Director of Accounting

VISIT FLORIDA
Tallahassee, FL
09.2020 - 04.2023
  • Provided leadership to accounting staff with oversight of Payroll and grant management
  • Provided direct leadership for benefit management process with VP of Operations
  • Assist in all Board and Committee presentation development with CFO
  • Streamlined the process for managing the liabilities associated with our Promotions department to save all staff involved time by creating efficient reporting and tracking tools
  • Restructured cash flow management reporting to give Chiefs real time access to accurate bank balances
  • Created the process for reimbursement of all state ARPA grant funds awarded in 21/22 in addition to reimbursement and reporting for the CARES ACT EDA grant.

Chief Financial Officer

Florida School Boards Insurance Trust
Tallahassee, FL
10.2017 - 09.2020
  • Provided financial leadership for all budget and investment activities for the trust
  • Worked directly with the Board of Directors and members accounting and risk management staff to create processes for reducing Workers’ Compensation claims
  • Developed staff for IT, bill review, accounting and business service staff to create a higher level of efficiency through cross-training where applicable
  • Developed a program for staff recognition and inter-departmental cohesiveness by organizing low to no cost events for staff
  • Restructured short-term investments to maximize interest income to offset increased operational cost without increasing member pricing
  • Developed relationships with potential member's CFO and accounting staff to assist CEO in growing the trust membership strategically
  • Reduced expenses by renegotiating key contracts to reduce expenses and maintain our operational budget for 3 years while still providing staff with needed salary adjustments and cost of living increases
  • Worked with broker to develop an efficient pricing matrix for new members that when accurately reflect key factors such as district attendance and loss experience

Accounting Manager

VISIT FLORIDA
Tallahassee, FL
07.2014 - 11.2017
  • Provided leadership to Accountants and payroll staff
  • Managed all marketing departments and created process for managing newly created in-house marketing department
  • Oversaw completion of 990 tax return
  • Obtained CPA license in the state of Florida
  • Established process for reconciling Brand USA matching funds and reconciled account for the prior 3 fiscal years
  • Created process for reconciling FSA/DCA funds and reconciled prior 5 fiscal years

Controller/Office Manager

Legacy Toyota
Tallahassee, Florida
05.2010 - 07.2014
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
  • Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
  • Managed payroll data entry and processing for 160+ employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
  • Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
11.2012

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
11.2010

Skills

  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Cash flow management
  • Staff development
  • Audit management
  • Variance analysis
  • Financial forecasting
  • Nonprofit accounting
  • Budget management
  • Financial analysis and reporting

Certification

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
    AC51248 Issued Nov 2012 - Expires Dec 2025
  • Certified Risk and Compliance Management Professional (CRCMP)
    Issued Feb 2025

Affiliations

  • American Institute of Certified Public Accountants
  • Florida Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Timeline

Director of Accounting and Risk Management

Florida Prepaid College Board
04.2023 - Current

Adjunct Professor

Tallahassee State College
09.2020 - Current

Director of Accounting

VISIT FLORIDA
09.2020 - 04.2023

Chief Financial Officer

Florida School Boards Insurance Trust
10.2017 - 09.2020

Accounting Manager

VISIT FLORIDA
07.2014 - 11.2017

Controller/Office Manager

Legacy Toyota
05.2010 - 07.2014

MBA - Business Administration

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Phoenix
Heather Reynolds