Kimberly Felkel
Charleston,SC
Summary
Accomplished accounting and finance professional with more than 25 years of progressive experience in financial management, accounting operations, budgeting, payroll administration, and multi-unit restaurant support. Advanced from Staff Accountant to Controller while overseeing accounting functions for a restaurant organization generating more than $250 million in annual revenue and employing approximately 1,500 team members. Experienced in financial reporting, audit coordination, cash management, process improvement, and cross-functional leadership. Recognized for strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to operational excellence.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
CENTRAARCHY RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT COMPANY
Charleston, SC
08.2000 - 05.2026
- Directed accounting operations and financial reporting for 15 restaurant locations.
- Maintained general ledger accounts and fixed asset depreciation schedules while ensuring compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
- Oversaw the accurate classification and capitalization of fixed asset additions.
- Led the successful transition of hourly payroll operations to a new payroll provider supporting approximately 1,500 employees.
- Managed accounts payable processes, ensuring accurate coding, approval workflows, and timely vendor payments.
- Prepared and distributed daily and weekly sales reporting utilized by executive leadership and operations teams.
- Directed month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
- Prepared and filed sales tax returns across multiple jurisdictions.
- Ensured timely processing and distribution of employee W-2 forms in compliance with all regulatory deadlines.
- Served as primary liaison with external auditors and coordinated annual audit activities and requests.
- Prepared and filed unclaimed property reports in multiple states.
- Performed detailed account reconciliations and bank reconciliations to maintain financial integrity.
- Prepared and managed annual operating budgets for 15 restaurant locations.
- Opened and maintained corporate banking relationships and company bank accounts.
- Collaborated with executive leadership and operational management to resolve business challenges, improve processes, and implement company policies.
- Provided financial guidance and operational support to management teams across all locations.
Education
Accounting And Finance
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SCSkills
- Prepare & review financial statements
- Account reconciliation
- Cash flow management
- Fixed asset management
- General ledger management
- Budget administration
- Internal controls development
Timeline
Controller
CENTRAARCHY RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT COMPANY
08.2000 - 05.2026
Accounting And Finance
Trident Technical College