Lee Emerson
Senior Accounting Manager
Billings,MT
16
years of professional experience
Results-driven Senior Accounting Manager with extensive expertise in financial reporting, month-end close, account reconciliations, and general ledger management. Proven track record of ensuring accurate and timely financial statements while enhancing accounting processes and maintaining robust internal controls. Skilled in leading high-performing teams to deliver reliable financial information that supports strategic business decisions. Committed to driving efficiency and fostering a culture of accountability within the finance function.
Work History
Vensure Employer Solutions
8 Years 8 Months- Led lease accounting and corporate debt close processes, ensuring accurate journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reviewed lease classification, amortization schedules, and debt balances for compliance with accounting standards.
- Coordinated monthly account reconciliations across lease liabilities, right-of-use assets, and financing obligations.
- Led lease accounting close processes, ensuring accurate journal entries, reconciliations, and timely financial reporting.
- Managed corporate debt schedules, tracking principal, interest, and covenant compliance across reporting cycles.
- Reviewed ASC 842 lease data for completeness, accuracy, and proper balance sheet presentation.
- Supervised month-end and quarter-end close activities, maintaining consistency in lease and debt balances.
- Strengthened internal controls through process reviews, documentation updates, and audit-ready support files.
Big Sky King LLC
5 Years- Managed general ledger entries, ensuring accurate classification across accounts.
- Reconciled bank, credit card, and vendor statements to resolve discrepancies.
- Processed accounts payable and receivable with consistent accuracy.
- Maintained payroll records and supported timely payment processing.
Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Billings
1 Year 10 Months- Generated service orders supporting oil change operations.
- Issued service orders for routine maintenance services.
- Began as service warranty clerk
Education
Bachelors - Accounting
Skills
Lease accounting
Debt management
Attention to detail
Cash management
General ledger management
Payroll management
Cross-functional collaboration
Audit support
Bank reconciliation
Payroll processing
Corporate finance management
Attention to detail
Personal Information
Title: Accountant
Timeline
Vensure Employer Solutions
Senior Accounting Manager
03.2018 - CurrentRead More
Big Sky King LLC
Bookkeeper
03.2013 - 03.2018Read More
Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Billings
Service Lane Oil Change Advisor
05.2011 - 03.2013Read More
University of Central Arkansas
Bachelors from Accounting
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