Jaci Phillips
Durant
Summary
Results-oriented Accounting Supervisor with expertise in financial analysis and cross-functional communication. Recognized as FY24 Q4 Associate of the Quarter for driving operational efficiency and fostering employee development. Completed Toksalechi: Foundations of Supervision program, focusing on mentorship to enhance employee retention and morale. Skilled in bridging finance and operations, employing critical thinking to resolve complex issues.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Supervisor - General Fund
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
Durant
06.2025 - Current
- Supervised accountants and accounting clerks to ensure accurate maintenance and preparation of ledgers, journals, invoices, and financial statements.
- Review reconciliations, accruals, and financial statements for compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).
- Monitored progress towards individual development goals to enhance employee performance and accountability.
- Manage scheduling and leave requests to ensure adequate staffing levels.
- Analyzed data and prepared reports for decision-making.
- Recommend enhancements to training protocols, controls, and departmental procedures.
- Assist in completing the annual indirect cost proposal and audit adjustments to ensure accuracy.
- Conduct quarterly check-ins and annual evaluations to assess employee performance.
- Synthesized weekly operational data and monthly financial packets to deliver critical insights to the Director of Governmental Accounting, fostering transparency.
Senior Accountant - General Fund
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
Durant
09.2023 - 06.2025
- Monitored accounts receivable collections from individuals and institutions, ensuring timely payments.
- Reconciled accounts revenues and fees to maintain accurate financial records.
- Executed accounts payable tasks, verifying invoices and accurately allocating expenditures to ensure proper financial management.
- Maintained comprehensive records of financial transactions with supporting documentation to facilitate audits and financial reporting.
- Reconciled general ledger accounts with subsidiary ledgers, adjusting discrepancies promptly.
- Utilized Oracle and Microsoft applications for daily operational tasks effectively.
- Fielded inquiries from accountants to clarify financial matters.
- Assisted in preparation and completion of annual indirect cost proposal and audit adjustments, contributing to compliance and financial transparency.
Accountant - General Fund
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
Durant
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Monitored accounts receivable collections from individuals and institutions to ensure accuracy.
- Reconciled account revenues and fees with precise documentation.
- Verified invoices for payment to uphold accounts payable responsibilities.
- Ensured expenditures charged to appropriate accounts for financial integrity.
- Maintained comprehensive records of financial transactions with supporting documents.
- Reconciled general ledger accounts with subsidiary ledgers, adjusting discrepancies.
- Utilized Oracle and Microsoft applications to streamline daily financial tasks.
Accountant - Grants Accounting
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
Durant
11.2021 - 05.2023
- Monitored accounts receivable collections, ensuring timely payments from individuals and institutions.
- Reconciled account revenues and fees to ensure accuracy.
- Verified invoices for payment, charging expenditures to appropriate accounts.
- Filed forms and reports with federal, state, and local agencies.
- Maintained records of financial transactions with supporting documents.
- Reconciled general ledger accounts with subsidiary ledgers, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Utilized Oracle and Microsoft applications to streamline daily financial tasks and enhance reporting accuracy.
Education
High School Diploma -
Durant High School
Durant05-2019
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting Major
Southeastern Oklahoma State University
DurantSkills
- Financial and reporting analysis
- Oracle and Microsoft proficiency
- Associate training
- Team mentorship
- Performance evaluations
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Cross-functional communication
Timeline
Accounting Supervisor - General Fund
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
06.2025 - Current
Senior Accountant - General Fund
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
09.2023 - 06.2025
Accountant - General Fund
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
05.2023 - 09.2023
Accountant - Grants Accounting
Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma
11.2021 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
Durant High School
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting Major
Southeastern Oklahoma State University