Kelly Allen
Tipton,IN
Summary
Finance and accounting leader with 20+ years of progressive experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial controls, process optimization, and team management. Proven track record of leading accounting teams, designing and implementing process improvements that eliminate financial inaccuracies, reduce costs, and strengthen controllership. Experienced in managing complex AP/AR portfolios, reconciling multi-entity general ledgers, developing SOPs, and driving measurable operational results across organizations. Strong analytical background with expertise in identifying root causes of financial discrepancies, recouping overpayments, and building reporting frameworks that inform business decisions. Forensic accounting foundation supports a rigorous approach to financial data integrity and compliance. Experienced working across cloud-based financial platforms including AP automation, SaaS ERP systems, and cloud project management tools.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Controller
Elbrecht Concrete, LLC
Tipton, IN
01.2020 - 01.2026
- Led and managed the accounting team, overseeing day-to-day workflow, workload distribution, and staff development — responsible for hiring, onboarding, and coaching direct reports across AP/AR and payroll functions
- Developed and delivered team training on new systems, SOPs, and procedural changes — ensured consistent execution across the department during system transitions and process redesigns
- Managed AP/AR portfolio with 500+ monthly financial transactions to third-party vendors and utilities, maintaining on-time payment accuracy and reducing outstanding liabilities
- Identified and recouped $1.5M in overpayments to third-party suppliers through systematic invoice auditing and root cause analysis — implemented escalation process to prevent recurrence
- Developed and implemented SOPs that reduced financial reporting inaccuracies by 15%, strengthening controllership over GL accounts and vendor payment processes
- Reduced operating expenses by 18% annually through structured budget variance analysis and spend optimization — presented findings and recommendations directly to ownership
- Redesigned payroll processing workflows, cutting payroll processing costs by $30K annually while maintaining compliance across multi-state union payroll requirements
- Managed investment portfolio valued at $11M+, partnering with CPA and banking partners to produce accurate financial statements and support capital allocation decisions
- Developed and implemented a full employee benefits program (health, dental, 401k) — managed vendor relationships, compliance requirements, and enrollment processes
- Led end-to-end build-out of a secondary business entity for portfolio owner, including financial infrastructure, accounting controls, and reporting framework from inception
- Note: Resume reflects most recent experience. Full career spans 20+ years in finance and accounting.
Construction Project Accountant
Becknell Industrial, Inc
Carmel, IN
08.2017 - 01.2020
- Managed financial setup and budget maintenance for a portfolio of projects valued at $50M+, including contract review, change order management, and billing compliance
- Reconciled and analyzed project-level financial variances; identified internal and external root causes and implemented corrective actions to realign projects with projected financial performance
- Compiled month-end financial reports for internal and external stakeholders; ensured accuracy and timeliness across all deliverables
- Core team member for the design and implementation of Sage, Procore, and Avid Xchange — contributed accounting requirements and led department-level procedural adoption
- Managed vendor and subcontractor monthly payment processes; maintained compliance with contract billing and insurance requirements
Project Accountant
Lauth, Inc
Indianapolis, IN
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Managed end-to-end billing process across all billable projects — identified and pursued opportunities to maximize revenue recognition and eliminate unbilled items
- Reconciled company-wide credit card accounts; tracked and coded job expenses, GL expenses, and flagged fraudulent or unverifiable charges
- Supported GL account analysis and monthly reconciliation; provided year-end audit support including research and reconcilement
- Communicated directly with project managers on contract documents, change orders, approvals, and billing adjustments
- Drove procedural improvements within the accounting department to reduce cycle time and improve reporting accuracy
Education
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Accounting, Criminal Justice, Sociology
Indiana University
Indianapolis, INSkills
- Sage Construction Software Yardi Viewpoint E-BUILDER Avid Xchange Procore QuickBooks Desktop & Online
- Cloud-Based Platforms: Avid Xchange (cloud AP automation) QuickBooks Online Procore (cloud project management) Yardi (SaaS ERP) E-BUILDER (cloud construction management)
Accomplishments
- Recognized multiple times for collections performance exceeding 125% of set benchmark
- Procore Certified — 5 areas of Project Management
- Seven Habits of Highly Effective People | Zig Ziglar Success Seminar
Affiliations
- CIREIA — Central Indiana Real Estate Investment Association
- Alpha Lambda Delta National Fraternity
- American Marketing Association
Timeline
Senior Controller
Elbrecht Concrete, LLC
01.2020 - 01.2026
Construction Project Accountant
Becknell Industrial, Inc
08.2017 - 01.2020
Project Accountant
Lauth, Inc
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Forensic Accounting, Criminal Justice, Sociology
Indiana University