Kelli Finney
North Myrtle Beach,SC
Summary
Accomplished financial professional overseeing budget management and grant compliance in dynmic environments. Expertise in strategic planning, financial reporting, and logistics procurement, fostering efficiency and ensuring adherence to standards while supporting organizational objectives.
Overview
1
1
Certification
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Rescue Assistant Chief of Administration
Horry County Government
Conway, SC
07.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with Command Staff on strategic planning, including development of 10-year projections
- Development, implementation, and monitoring of department budgets
- Oversee Logistics procurement and materials handling
- Coordinated with Grants department on application, monitoring, and closeout processes to ensure compliance and funding utilization
- Performed comprehensive assessment of asset values and insurance coverage to maintain organizational standards
- Continued responsibilities of HCFR Financial Analyst
Fire Rescue Financial Analyst
Horry County Government
03.2017 - 07.2021
- Compiled budget and performed monitoring and analysis to support financial planning and resource allocation. This included weekly analysis reporting to the Command Staff
- Monitored FEMA and grant project expenditures to ensure budget adherence
- Implemented internal department procurement processes for tracking and to ensure compliance with procurement regulation and policies
- Facilitated contract renewals to maintain service agreements
- Trained staff on timekeeping software and policies and provided support to resolve payroll discrepancies related to timekeeping issues
Finance Payroll Supervisor
Horry County Government
09.2013 - 03.2017
- Supervise daily operations of the payroll function; perform calculating, posting, and verifying duties to obtain primary financial data for use in maintaining payroll records
- Ensured accuracy of employee leave, tax, and benefit records for compliance and reporting.
- Conducted reconciliation of Form 941 to verify compliance with IRS regulations
- Served as Finance lead for Munis ERP Payroll successful and timely implementation
- Coordinated time reporting for FEMA and Grant submissions
Controller
Better Games Dist. Co, Inc
Tabor City, NC
11.2012 - 03.2013
- Conducted monthly analytical reviews to maintain accurate accounting records
- Implemented policies and processing guidelines across multiple locations to standardize operations
- Processed accounts payable to maintain precise financial records and support timely payments.
- Executed reconciliation of bank statements and trial balances for multiple locations to ensure financial accuracy
- Managed human resources functions and weekly Payroll Processing
Vice President of Administration and Chief Information Officer
Integra International, Inc.
Loris, SC
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Managed financial reporting and analysis to support strategic decision-making
- Oversaw administrative functions and ensured compliance with company policies and procedures
- Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency across departments
- Conducted internal audit of processes and activities to ensure compliance and identify areas for improvement
- Coordinated audits to ensure compliance with lending and financial regulations
Vice President of Finance
Integra International, Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2011
- Prepared monthly financial statements, monthly and annual budgets
- Supervised accounting, sales order processing, and purchasing departments to ensure accurate financial reporting and operational efficiency
- Maintained reporting requirements and direct communication with lending institution in compliance of ABL (Asset Based Lending) agreement
- Oversee all insurance policies, employee benefits, and networking of computer systems
- Improved inventory procedures, achieving a 25% reduction in stocking levels to optimize asset management
Controller
Integra International, Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Prepared and Submitted weekly ALB reporting requirements
- Created inventory and bill of material accounting reports, streamlining inventory management and handling processes
- Executed bank reconciliation processes to ensure accuracy of financial data
- Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performed complex accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements
Accountant
Integra International, Inc.
10.1998 - 01.2000
- Processed sales order invoicing, cash flow, accounts payable and weekly payroll to ensure timely financial operations
- Prepared and submitted payroll reporting requirements
- Reported financial results including Balance sheets, income statements and cash flow statement to owners to support decision-making
Customer Service Representative
Coastal Federal Bank
N. Myrtle Beach, SC
10.1997 - 10.1998
- Promoted bank products to enhance customer engagement and drive sales
- Acted as backup for deposit sales officers to maintain seamless service delivery
- Assisted deposit sales officers by providing support during peak hours to maintain service quality. to facilitate seamless service delivery
Education
BBA - Accounting, Mathematics
Radford University
Skills
- Grant administration
- Grant compliance
- Budget management
- Financial reporting
- Strategic planning
- Logistics procurement
Certification
- Certified Government Finance Officer, October 2019
Accomplishments
- Support Employee of the Year, 2020, Horry County Fire Rescue
- Employee of the Quarter, Q4 2017, Horry County Government Administrative Division
- Employee of the Quarter, Q , Horry County Government Public Safety Division
Timeline
Fire Rescue Assistant Chief of Administration
Horry County Government
07.2021 - Current
Fire Rescue Financial Analyst
Horry County Government
03.2017 - 07.2021
Finance Payroll Supervisor
Horry County Government
09.2013 - 03.2017
Controller
Better Games Dist. Co, Inc
11.2012 - 03.2013
Vice President of Administration and Chief Information Officer
Integra International, Inc.
01.2011 - 01.2012
Vice President of Finance
Integra International, Inc.
01.2003 - 01.2011
Controller
Integra International, Inc.
01.2000 - 01.2003
Accountant
Integra International, Inc.
10.1998 - 01.2000
Customer Service Representative
Coastal Federal Bank
10.1997 - 10.1998
BBA - Accounting, Mathematics
Radford University