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Kenya Watkins-Johnson

ARLINGTON,TX

Summary

Dynamic accounting professional with extensive experience at Mansfield Public Schools, excelling in financial reporting and analysis. Proven track record in budget management and cash flow oversight, ensuring compliance and confidentiality. Adept at problem-solving and maintaining meticulous records, contributing to strategic decision-making and enhancing financial operations.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accounting Bookkeeper

Mansfield Public Schools
ARLINGTON, TX
08.2015 - Current
  • Perform general bookkeeping and maintain campus financial records, including the campus activity fund.
  • Reviewed purchase documents and company receipts for reconciliation with statements.
  • Prepared accurate financial reports each month by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information.
  • Assisted in budget preparation, tracking expenses against forecasts.
  • Monitored cash flow, preparing reports to inform management of financial status.
  • Entered deposits, credit card charges and sales entries to facilitate cash management.
  • Helped staff keep finances in order by managing accounting ledgers, and recording journal entries.
  • Analyzed financial transactions, assigning to specific accounts.
  • Defined bookkeeping policies and procedures by developing system to account for financial transactions.
  • Handled sensitive financial information with confidentiality and integrity.
  • Reconciled bank statements to internal accounts monthly, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
  • Assisted in financial planning and analysis to support strategic decision-making.
  • Maintained accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely billing and payment processing.
  • Tracked and reported charitable contributions and grants for nonprofit bookkeeping.
  • Provided support during external audits by preparing necessary documents and answering inquiries.
  • Compiled current budget data from estimated revenues, expenses and prior budgets.
  • Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
  • Maintained an inventory of campus fixed assets, equipment, and supplies.
  • Maintained complete and systematic records of campus financial transactions according to established procedures and generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Processed and accounted for all money generated and distributed in school-sponsored activities, including the receipt of cash, and preparing and making cash deposits.

Mortgage Underwriter

GMAC Mortgage and Nationstar Mortgage
Dallas, TX
  • Analyzed financial statements and loan documentation to identify optimal workout solutions.
    Conducted gain/loss analysis on loans to evaluate potential losses against alternatives.
    Educated borrowers on workout options, detailing implications of each choice.
    Gathered borrower information, ensuring completeness for loan processing.
    Negotiated workout solutions with defaulted borrowers to minimize losses within regulatory compliance.
    Reviewed FHA, USDA, Conventional, Freddie/Fannie, CEMA, and VA loans for compliance.
    Assessed customer files for harm during loan modifications and foreclosure processes per OCC guidelines.
    Managed inbound and outbound calls with delinquent customers to identify mortgage default reasons.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting

University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH

Skills

  • Financial reporting and analysis
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • Budget management
  • Cash flow management
  • Journal entries
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Confidentiality maintenance
  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office System, Quick Books, Microsoft Windows® operating system;
    type 45 wpm with complete accuracy
  • Skyward Finance

Certification

  • State of Texas Notary/ Loan Signing Agent

Affiliations

  • Active as a Jag Villager where we help students become life, college and career ready.
  • Caterer/Event Coordinator

Accomplishments

  • 2025 Mansfield Summit Compassion Award
  • 2024 Mansfield Summit Staff Jag Award
  • Jobs For Life Program- Site Team Administration Volunteer
  • Jobs For Life Program- Champion Volunteer

Timeline

Accounting Bookkeeper

Mansfield Public Schools
08.2015 - Current

Mortgage Underwriter

GMAC Mortgage and Nationstar Mortgage

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting

University of Cincinnati

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