KAREN HENDRICKS
Meriden
Summary
Senior grants and finance professional with over 10 years of progressive experience in fiscal administration, audit compliance, and financial oversight within higher education, nonprofit, and regulated environments. Demonstrated expertise in managing complex funding streams, ensuring compliance with Federal and State regulations, preparing audit documentation, and coordinating cross-departmental financial operations. Highly analytical leader with strong communication skills and a proven ability to manage high-impact projects under strict deadlines.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant
ARC
Wallingford
09.2022 - Current
- Prepare fiscal documentation and schedules for internal and external audits.
- Ensure compliance with Federal, State, and organizational financial regulations.
- Perform month-end and year-end close, including reconciliations and variance analysis.
- Maintain general ledger accuracy and support financial reporting.
- Review sponsoring agency regulations and ensure adherence to funding requirements.
- Identify process improvements to strengthen internal controls and efficiency.
Student Accounts Manager / Business Office Manager
CURE
New York
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Managed financial operations in compliance with Federal and State regulations.
- Oversaw audits, internal controls, and financial reporting.
- Coordinated disbursement of restricted funds, stipends, and refunds.
- Supervised staff and ensured adherence to financial policies and procedures.
Accounting Clerk (AP/AR)
ARC
Wallingford
07.2022 - 09.2023
- Supported audit and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Reconciled bank, cash, and credit card accounts monthly.
- Reviewed contract expenditures for allowability and compliance.
- Assisted in preparation of GAAP-compliant financial statements.
- Maintained documentation supporting grant-related and restricted funding.
Team Lead, Student Accounts
Post University
Waterbury
10.2017 - 02.2023
- Oversaw administration of Federal, State, and institutional funding programs.
- Coordinated compliance with Title IV and other regulatory requirements.
- Supported year-end audits and reconciliation of restricted funds.
- Developed and implemented billing and disbursement procedures.
- Prepared management and compliance reports for leadership.
Education
MBA - Accounting and Finance
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT08-2022
Master of Science - Political Science
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05-2021
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration (Accounting)
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT01-2009
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts (Psychology & Wellness)
Southern Connecticut State University
01-2009
Skills
- GAAP compliance
- Team leadership
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Audit support
- Time management
- Federal & State Compliance
- Audit Preparation & Monitoring
- Budget Development & Tracking
- Financial Reporting
- General Ledger Accounting
- Internal Controls
- Policy & Procedure Development
- Cross-Department Collaboration
- Vendor & Stakeholder Management
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Outlook
- Month-end closing
- Payroll liability and deductions
Timeline
Student Accounts Manager / Business Office Manager
CURE
03.2023 - 03.2024
Staff Accountant
ARC
09.2022 - Current
Accounting Clerk (AP/AR)
ARC
07.2022 - 09.2023
Team Lead, Student Accounts
Post University
10.2017 - 02.2023
MBA - Accounting and Finance
Southern Connecticut State University
Master of Science - Political Science
Southern Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration (Accounting)
Southern Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Arts (Psychology & Wellness)
Southern Connecticut State University