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KASHOYA AMANDA GAINER

Palmetto,FL

Summary


Finance professional with comprehensive background in accounting, ready to contribute to financial management and reporting. Known for accuracy in financial record-keeping and proficiency in auditing and tax preparation. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving financial accuracy and supporting dynamic business needs through analytical problem-solving and effective communication.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Co-op Regulatory Accountant

Tampa Electric (TECO Energy)
05.2023 - 12.2024
  • Prepared and reconciled financial reports, general ledger entries, and fixed asset journals with 100% accuracy.
  • Conducted operational and financial audits to ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.
  • Led development and execution of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) controls, enhancing compliance and risk mitigation.
  • Streamlined financial reporting processes, reducing data processing time by 40%.
  • Spearheaded records retention initiatives, ensuring regulatory adherence as Records Retention Lead.
  • Prepared FERC forms for multiple accounts, supporting regulatory filings.
  • Contributed to Emerging Professional Planning and Targeted Development committees; recognized as Bright Sparks Intern.

High School Educator (Accounting & Business)

Marcus Garvey Technical High School
09.2020 - 08.2022
  • Supervised 15+ faculty as National Extra Lesson and Homework Program Coordinator.
  • Designed and implemented lesson plans that increased student academic performance by 30%.
  • Conducted bi-weekly evaluations to monitor student progress and adapt instructional methods.

Accounting Instructor

HEART College of Hospitality Services
10.2020 - 10.2021
  • Trained students on journal entries, accounts receivable/payable, and trial balance preparation, achieving 100% graduation rate.
  • Improved account processing accuracy and reduced discrepancies by reconciling purchase orders with invoices.
  • Enhanced trainees’ skills proficiency by 80% through systematic reporting and instructional methods.

Accounting & Business Instructor

Ferncourt High School
10.2019 - 08.2020
  • Delivered instruction on Principles of Accounts, CAPE, Management of Business, achieving 100% student pass rate.
  • Integrated technology into curriculum, boosting entrepreneurial projects by 30%.
  • Developed individualized lesson plans fostering academic growth and practical skills.

Education

Master of Business Administration - MBA

University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
05.2024

Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Business Education

Moneague College
St. Ann, Jamaica
11.2019

Skills

  • Financial reporting expertise
  • Financial planning and auditing
  • Knowledge of SOX and FERC regulations
  • Contract negotiation expertise
  • Proficient in RStudio and Power BI
  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Bookkeeping
  • General ledger accounting
  • Effective Stakeholder Communication
  • Accounting and bookkeeping
  • Journal entries preparation
  • Accounts payable management
  • Financial statement reconciliation
  • Detailed account reconciliation
  • Strong attention to detail
  • General ledger journal entries
  • GAAP accounting
  • SAP expertise

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 15+ full-time staff members.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Generated a 100% reduction in month-end close.
  • Reduced financial reporting processing time by 40% at Tampa Electric by streamlining data entry and reporting procedures.
  • Led the implementation of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) internal controls, enhancing regulatory compliance and internal accountability.
  • Received the Bright Sparks Intern Award for outstanding performance during the Spring 2024 semester at TECO Energy.
  • Selected for TECO’s Emerging Professional Planning and Development Committees, contributing to organizational talent growth.
  • Supervised a team of 15+ educators and staff as National Extra Lesson & Homework Program Coordinator, improving program operations.
  • Improved student academic performance by 30% through customized lesson planning, active assessments, and data-driven teaching methods.
  • Achieved a 100% graduation rate for accounting students at HEART College through structured curriculum and targeted instruction.
  • Increased accuracy and reduced discrepancies in accounting exercises by 20%, training students in real-world reconciliation and processing skills.
  • Boosted student proficiency levels by 80% through hands-on learning and performance monitoring.
  • Achieved a 100% student pass rate in Principles of Accounts, CAPE, and Business Management at Ferncourt High School.
  • Drove a 30% increase in student entrepreneurial projects by integrating practical tools and technology into coursework.
  • Served as President of the Moneague College Entrepreneurship Club, promoting innovation and leadership development.
  • Acted as MBA Ambassador for the University of South Florida, representing the MBA program and mentoring peers.

Affiliations

  • MBA Ambassador, 2023-2024
  • Member, Accounting Society, 2023-2024
  • Member, Business Development Club, 2023-2024
  • Member, Investment Club, 2023-2024
  • President, Moneague College Entrepreneurship Club, 2017
  • Mentor, Caribbean-American National Development Organization

Certification

  • Integrated Business Applications, 2024
  • Contract Management, 2023
  • Customer Service Level II, 2022
  • Training and Development Level IV, 2020
  • Learning Management System (G-Suite), 2020
  • Outstanding Leadership Qualities Award, 2012

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Co-op Regulatory Accountant

Tampa Electric (TECO Energy)
05.2023 - 12.2024

Accounting Instructor

HEART College of Hospitality Services
10.2020 - 10.2021

High School Educator (Accounting & Business)

Marcus Garvey Technical High School
09.2020 - 08.2022

Accounting & Business Instructor

Ferncourt High School
10.2019 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Business Education

Moneague College

Master of Business Administration - MBA

University of South Florida

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