Julia Eason
Memphis,TN
Summary
Experienced accounting professional with over 25 years in controller roles, contributing significantly to financial leadership and overseeing diverse accounting teams.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Controller
Ascension Property Svcs/Centerline Business Svcs
Memphis, TN
01.2022 - 10.2025
- Direct finance and accounting operations for organization with $400 million in annual revenue.
- Manage 10-member team overseeing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and all areas of tax compliance.
- Coach team members through guidance and performance reviews to enhance productivity.
- Developed internal control policies ensuring accurate financial reporting across 15 entities.
- Evaluated existing processes; developed recommendations for process improvements that increase efficiency while maintaining accuracy of results.
- Control general ledger and chart of accounts while ensuring system security.
- Execute cash management processes, vendor payments, and ACH/Wire transactions.
- Collaborate with Executive Management to uphold strict adherence to accounting procedures.
- Maintain relationships with external auditors, banking officers, and CPA firms for compliance.
- Direct audit preparations and coordinate with external auditors effectively.
CFO/Controller/HR Director
Pancho's Mexican Foods
Memphis, TN
01.2006 - 01.2022
- Managed Human Resource functions for three locations with over 100 employees, including onboarding and payroll setup.
- Oversaw daily accounting operations, payroll, and cash management for a $15 million food manufacturing facility.
- Supervised office and accounting staff to ensure efficient operations and compliance.
- Maintained general ledger, chart of accounts, and all accounting functions.
- Reviewed journal entries, performed account analysis.
- Executed month-end closing processes and prepared monthly and yearly financial statements.
- Managed payroll tax returns and sales/use tax returns across multiple states.
- Collaborated with external CPA firm for annual corporate tax return preparation and reviews.
Senior Consultant/Controller
Cannon Ivy, P.L.L.C.
Memphis, TN
09.1998 - 01.2006
- Managed financial and accounting functions across various client locations, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Developed cost-saving alternatives to enhance operational efficiency for clients.
- Prepared and analyzed financial statements, providing insights for informed decision-making.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Double Major in Accounting And Marketing
University of Memphis
Memphis, TNSkills
- Financial statement preparation and review
- Internal control development
- Accounts payable and receivable management
- Audit coordination
- Month-end and year-end closing
- Fixed asset oversight
- Team building
Timeline
Senior Controller
Ascension Property Svcs/Centerline Business Svcs
01.2022 - 10.2025
CFO/Controller/HR Director
Pancho's Mexican Foods
01.2006 - 01.2022
Senior Consultant/Controller
Cannon Ivy, P.L.L.C.
09.1998 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Business Administration - Double Major in Accounting And Marketing
University of Memphis