KIMBERLY M. BENN
Fairburn,GA
Summary
Strong leader and analytical problem-solver dedicated to driving a culture of constant improvement. Proficient in bringing order to unstructured problems and facilitating cross-functional partnerships to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director Finance & Administration
State Bar Of Georgia
08.2022 - Current
- Analyze and interpret financial results to identify trends and make recommendations in alignment with overall strategic objectives.
- Assist ICLE Director with preparation and management of annual department budget of $5MM.
- Serve as liaison between ICLE department and CFO.
- Oversee development, creation, promotion, innovation, management and administration of ICLE communications and learning content management system.
- Manage team of 5: Administrators (2), Senior Administrator (1), Senior Graphic Designer (1) and Web Coordinator (1).
Senior Accountant
State Bar Of Georgia
07.2017 - 08.2022
- Analyzed and interpreted financial and operational data to provide strategic insight to executive leadership while managing and supporting Accounts Payable Specialist.
- Assisted with development and management of $4MM+ budget.
- Collaborated with ICLE Director to increase net margin by $1MM (50%).
- Assisted in selection and implementation of new accounting software.
- Managed selection and implementation of Learning Content Management System.
Staff Accountant
State Bar Of Georgia
03.2008 - 07.2017
- Managed accounts payable (invoices, reimbursements, corporate credit card, sales and use tax, 1099s and W-9s).
- Maintained fixed asset and depreciation schedules.
- Ensured accurate and timely posting of $11MM in dues revenue.
- Responsible for selection and implementation of expense management software.
- Assisted CFO with special projects.
- Provided payroll and benefits assistance to employees in colleague’s absence.
Senior Accountant
Arby's
10.2007 - 03.2008
- Efficiently applied accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial information,
- Prepared accurate and timely financial reports and statements
- Ensured appropriate accounting control procedures.
- · Compiled and supported external auditors' requests for information and documentation.
- · Served as backup for A/P & A/R Assistant Manager.
Senior Accountant
HomeBanc Mortgage
03.2006 - 10.2007
- Collaborated with various departments to solve complex accounting problems.
- Managed and supported one staff accountant.
- Rising Star Award nominee.
- Recipient of Ron Hick’s award( preeminent award for customer service),
Staff Accountant
HomeBanc Mortgage
10.2004 - 03.2006
- Assisted with period end close for Atlanta’s largest independent mortgage company.
- Participated in company’s successful transition to new servicing technology platform in preparation for IPO issuance and achievement of Sarbanes Oxley compliance.
- Served on Associate Satisfaction Committee created to improve employee morale in Finance and Accounting.
- HomeBanc Hero Award recipient (exemplary customer service)
Staff Accountant
Washington Mutual (formerly HomeSide Lending)
05.2000 - 05.2004
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation, reconciled balance sheet accounts and conducted financial analysis.
- Coordinated creation of Access database utilized to decrease account reconciliation time by 50%.
- Successfully cleared over 10,000 aged reconciliation items representing approximately $13MM in preparation for transition to new accounting software.
- Assisted with PeopleSoft training.
- Provided support to various departments during company’s IPO and restructuring.
Education
Masters of Business Administration (MBA) -
Brenau University
Gainesville, GA2015
BS - Accounting
Florida A&M University
Tallahassee, FL1997
Skills
- Collaborative Leadership
- Intellectual tenacity
- Initiative
- Adaptability
- Accountability
- Integrity
- Accuracy
- Data Analytics
- Budget Management
- Excel
Professional Affiliations
- Georgia Association for Women Lawyers (GAWL) Board
- American Institute of CPAs (AICPA)
- Accounting & Financial Women’s Alliance (AFWA)
- National Association of Black Accountants (NABA)
- National Association of Bar Executives (NABE)
- Association for Continuing Education (ACLEA)
Timeline
Assistant Director Finance & Administration
State Bar Of Georgia
08.2022 - Current
Senior Accountant
State Bar Of Georgia
07.2017 - 08.2022
Staff Accountant
State Bar Of Georgia
03.2008 - 07.2017
Senior Accountant
Arby's
10.2007 - 03.2008
Senior Accountant
HomeBanc Mortgage
03.2006 - 10.2007
Staff Accountant
HomeBanc Mortgage
10.2004 - 03.2006
Staff Accountant
Washington Mutual (formerly HomeSide Lending)
05.2000 - 05.2004
Masters of Business Administration (MBA) -
Brenau University
BS - Accounting
Florida A&M University
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