- Adventure Travel
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- 3D Printing
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
Lakwan Lott
Summary
Results-driven Department Manager with over 12 years of leadership experience and an Associate's Degree in Accounting, seeking to transition into an Accounting Assistant role. Expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and process improvement, supported by a solid foundation in accounting principles. Recognized for exceptional organizational accuracy and attention to detail, with a proven ability to streamline operations and enhance business objectives. Committed to leveraging managerial skills and academic knowledge to contribute effectively to a dynamic accounting team while fostering collaboration and driving performance improvements.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Department Manager
Kroger
05.2013 - 10.2025
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and safety standards.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing stock replenishment and minimizing waste.
- Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Oversaw inventory management processes, maintaining optimal stock levels while minimizing waste and losses due to shrinkage or obsolescence.
- Maintained a professional work environment by addressing conflicts proactively and fostering open communication among staff members.
- Evaluated employee performance fairly and accurately, rewarding hard work while addressing areas needing improvement.
- Enhanced department efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving strategies.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Lone Star College System
Kingwood, TX01.2021
Skills
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Bank Reconciliation
- Process Improvement
- Workflow Optimization
- Regulatory Compliance
- Financial Reporting
- Budgeting
- Expense Tracking
- Data Entry
- Records Management
- Microsoft Office Suite
- QuickBooks
- Sage
- Customer service
- Staff management
- Team leadership
- Team supervision
- Coaching and mentoring
Interests
Timeline
Department Manager
Kroger
05.2013 - 10.2025
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Lone Star College System