Katie Smith
Accounting/Bookkeeper
Sioux Falls,SD
Summary
Results-driven accounting professional with deep experience in financial reporting, reconciliation, and variance analysis. Managed general ledger activity, supported quarterly reporting, and supervised accounting staff to improve close-cycle accuracy. Focused on compliance, control, and dependable reporting.
Overview
43
43
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller Senior Vice President
Citibank
Sioux Falls, South Dakota
10.1983 - 05.2026
- Oversaw month-end closing process, prepared financial statements, and managed advanced reconciliations to provide accurate financial reporting.
- Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performing complex accounting functions including journal entry preparation, account analysis, and balance sheet reconciliation to support quarterly financial statement preparation.
- Assisted with Citibank financial reporting during monthly close activities by gathering and organizing necessary data.
- Evaluated ledger reconciliations and addressed variances to maintain accurate financial records.
- Verified journal entries for correctness and thoroughness to uphold financial integrity.
- Executed internal control measures and maintained SOX compliance to safeguard financial reporting processes.
- Managed audit support interactions with Citibank finance and compliance teams to uphold regulatory standards.
- Oversaw accounts receivable and payable activities to confirm accurate account reconciliations.
- Led accounting staff and delegated responsibilities during the month-end close cycle.
- Collaborated with Citibank business units to clarify and meet reporting requirements effectively.
- Executed in-depth variance analyses to identify discrepancies between actual performance and budget forecasts.
Education
Accounting
National Collage
Sioux FallsAccounting and Finance
University of South Dakota
Vermillion, SDSkills
- Financial reporting
- Month-end close
- General ledger
- Account reconciliation
- Variance analysis
- Audit support
- SOX compliance
Timeline
Controller Senior Vice President
Citibank
10.1983 - 05.2026
Accounting
National Collage
Accounting and Finance
University of South Dakota