Jenilee Bush
Columbia,SC
Summary
Senior Accounting Professional with 20+ years of experience in financial reporting, reconciliations, and process improvement across corporate and property management environments. Known for streamlining workflows, automating manual processes, and improving reporting accuracy. Strong background in month-end close, general ledger analysis, and financial statement preparation. Proven ability to lead teams, resolve complex discrepancies, and partner with leadership to drive efficiency and data integrity.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Corporate Accountant
Bryten Real Estate Partners, LLC
02.2022 - Current
- Prepare monthly financial statements, journal entries, and complete month-end close processes
- Perform bank and general ledger reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and timely resolution of discrepancies
- Maintain and correct corporate tenant ledgers, including charge and receipt adjustments
- Support property accountants in researching and resolving out-of-balance conditions
- Process ACH and wire transactions; manage credit card and expense reimbursement systems
- Respond to client inquiries and provide financial analysis as needed
Accounting Manager / Supervisor
CAHEC Management, Inc.
07.2008 - 06.2022
- Managed accounting operations for a portfolio of 100+ properties, including financial reporting and reconciliations
- Developed and reviewed annual budgets in collaboration with senior leadership
- Led hiring, onboarding, and training of accounting staff; created e-learning training materials
- Identified and implemented process improvements across departments, increasing efficiency and accuracy
- Collaborated with executives on financial analysis and special projects
- Monitored accounts to detect discrepancies and potential fraud risks
- Worked with Yardi representatives to develop custom reports and system enhancements
- Oversaw invoice processing, debt collection dispute resolution, and business license compliance
Bank Reconciliation Specialist
Staples, Inc.
09.2007 - 06.2008
- Completed monthly bank and general ledger reconciliations
- Resolved account discrepancies and maintained accurate financial records
- Prepared aging reports and supported store-level financial inquiries
- Assisted management in identifying and investigating potential theft
Account Technician II
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
11.2002 - 09.2007
- Prepared financial reports for Medicare contracts in compliance with government requirements
- Performed reconciliations and journal entries for general ledger accounts
- Analyzed cash activity and prepared supporting schedules
- Developed spreadsheets to improve daily balancing and reconciliation processes
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Strayer University
Columbia, SCAssociate in Applied Science - Accounting
Heald College
Honolulu, HISkills
- Financial Statement Preparation
- General Ledger & Bank Reconciliations
- Month-End Close
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Process Improvement & Automation (Excel Macros)
- Team Leadership & Training
- ERP Systems: Yardi, Oracle, AS400, CheckFree
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
- QuickBooks
- Yardi
- Oracle
- AS400
- CheckFree
- Recollector
- MCS
- Microsoft Office Suite
Accomplishments
- Reduced a 3-hour daily process to 45 minutes by developing Excel macros and automation tools
- Eliminated a full-time position by consolidating workflows using Excel and Yardi
- Cleared a 12-month backlog of reconciliations within 3 months of hire
- Designed automated Excel tools to accurately calculate rent and security deposit refunds
- Partnered with software representatives to implement system enhancements and improve operational efficiency
Timeline
Senior Corporate Accountant
Bryten Real Estate Partners, LLC
02.2022 - Current
Accounting Manager / Supervisor
CAHEC Management, Inc.
07.2008 - 06.2022
Bank Reconciliation Specialist
Staples, Inc.
09.2007 - 06.2008
Account Technician II
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
11.2002 - 09.2007
Associate in Applied Science - Accounting
Heald College
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Strayer University