Kendy Stembridge
Bexley,OH
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director, Financial Reporting & Accounting Ops
Designer Brands Inc.
Columbus, OH
05.2025 - Current
Sr Manager, Financial Reporting & Consolidations
Designer Brands Inc.
Columbus, OH
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Owner of the consolidation framework that ensures accurate and reliable consolidation and financial reporting to key stakeholders including FP&A, tax and external reporting
- Must have an in-depth understanding of accounting principles related to the elimination of intercompany transactions and foreign currency matters
- Responsible for oversight of all intercompany transactions and processes, as well as the completeness and accuracy of intercompany accounts
Manager, Financial Reporting & Corp Accounting
Designer Shoe Warehouse, DSW
Columbus, OH
01.2016 - 09.2023
- Manage the external reporting process and SEC filings (10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, proxy and registration statements), including XBRL tagging
- Monitor, assess, and implement new accounting pronouncements applicable to the company and partner with stakeholders to analyze the impact and assist in preparation of quarterly memos
- Review balance sheet reconciliations and journal entries (inclusive of benefits, stock compensation, and various professional fee accruals related to home office expenses) by overseeing the monthly accounting for various cost centers
- Maintain integrity of chart of accounts to support Oracle ERP implementation and related mapping between GLs, Oracle FCCS and related financial systems
Senior Financial Analyst
Designer Shoe Warehouse, DSW
Columbus, OH
04.2014 - 01.2016
- Support the financial reporting process and SEC filings (10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, proxy, and registration statements)
- Own the projection/budget process for various cost centers, including the accounting for stock-based compensation plans, professional fees, and various supply chain accruals; as well as preparation of corresponding balance sheet account reconciliations
- Work collaboratively with cross-functional business partners (Examples: Tax, FP&A, Internal Audit, Senior Leadership)
Audit Senior
Deloitte & Touche, LLP
Columbus, OH
09.2010 - 04.2014
- Developed test plans to assess the adequacy of existing internal controls over financial reporting.
- Prepared detailed working papers to support audit findings and conclusions.
- Mentored junior staff on audit procedures and best practices throughout engagements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Public Accounting
Otterbein University
Westerville, OH06-2010
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) - Ohio Certification 2011; License #48691
Timeline
Director, Financial Reporting & Accounting Ops
Designer Brands Inc.
05.2025 - Current
Sr Manager, Financial Reporting & Consolidations
Designer Brands Inc.
09.2023 - 05.2025
Manager, Financial Reporting & Corp Accounting
Designer Shoe Warehouse, DSW
01.2016 - 09.2023
Senior Financial Analyst
Designer Shoe Warehouse, DSW
04.2014 - 01.2016
Audit Senior
Deloitte & Touche, LLP
09.2010 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science - Public Accounting
Otterbein University
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