Professional finance leader with extensive expertise in financial management, reporting, and strategic planning. Exceptional at fostering team collaboration and driving organizational success through effective budgeting, forecasting, and compliance. Highly adaptable, with strong analytical skills and deep understanding of corporate finance principles. Known for reliability, integrity, and results-driven approach in dynamic environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Peas And Carrots Hospitality
10.2024 - Current
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.
Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
Established robust internal control framework, minimizing the risk of fraud and ensuring compliance with regulations.
Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving collaboration between departments.
Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
Implemented new ERP software for eight entities
Senior Accountant
Peas and Carrots Hospitality
12.2022 - Current
Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
Updated general ledger with latest entries.
Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
Corporate Accountant
WJBK Fox 2
07.2009 - 12.2022
Maintain the Fixed Asset Ledger and related CPR file for each asset’s and manage sub ledgers for CIP, Depreciation, Additions, Transfers, and Disposals
Engaged in the bad debt and credit reserve analysis to ensure an appropriate reserve is captured
Played a key role in annual budget development by working closely with department heads to forecast expenses accurately.
Developed and implemented policies and procedures that streamlined accounting processes, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy.
Streamlined audit preparation process, resulting in reduced external audit fees and improved relationships with auditors.
Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy
Prepare and file quarterly Use Tax Returns
Business Manager
WJBK Fox 2
01.2003 - 07.2009
Managed budget and forecast for the News Department 100+ employees through tracking overtime, employee hours, and expenditures necessary
Prepared accruals and prepaid analysis for news department monthly
Scheduled all union employees and tracked overtime and per diem usage
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration, Accounting
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI
Skills
Microsoft Office, Excel, Access, Word, and Outlook