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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
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
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
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
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
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
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

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