Lindsay Taitague
Summary
Analytical Financial Analyst known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Excel in problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication to achieve goals and drive business success. Adaptability is a high quality noted in making complex financial concepts understandable and actionable for diverse audiences. Resourceful experience across financial reports, auditing, accounting controls, and tax specialties. Excellent in motivation and communication skills to build high-performing results. Notable impact made on previous work through identifying cost-saving opportunities and enhancing operational efficiency. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Analyst
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions LLC.
Aiken
11.2021 - Current
- Analyzed financial data to support strategic decision-making processes.
- Developed comprehensive financial models for project evaluations to include in payroll
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams (Compensation, PU Finance, Accounts Payable, Payroll Operations, etc.) to streamline procedures.
- Identified discrepancies in financial data and recommended corrective actions to resolve them through conducting variance analysis
- Drafted presentations summarizing key findings from financial analyses.
- Reviewed financial documents and records to assess accuracy and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and standards involving various state taxes
- Developed strategies to improve efficiency of business operations and reduce costs specifically involving Craft Fringe Benefit.
- Coordinated audits and liaised with external craft auditors for efficient processes.
- Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
- Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
- Assisted in the preparation of tax returns by gathering necessary information and maintaining organized files with documents related to year end processes.
- Supported efficient accounting operations with high-quality administrative support.
- Delivered superior level of customer service to employees, colleagues, and vendors.
- Researched changes in laws to maintain adherence to tax information with constant change in state taxes in payroll.
- Trained other associates on financial reporting procedures and best practices effectively.
Bartender/Manager
Rhineharts’ Oyster Bar
Augusta
07.2017 - 01.2026
- Developed excellent customer relations
- Daily General accounting to calculate profit and net loss
- Responsible for the restaurant, ensuring all money is accounted for and deposited
- Settled credit cards, filed petty cash, and invoices; wrote checks
- Kept track of bar inventory and sent reports to GM daily
- Maximized efforts toward productivity, identify problem areas and assist in implementing solutions
- Trained new employees
- Developed cost controls methods to reduce waste and maximize profits.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
Payroll Accounting Intern
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions LLC.
Aiken
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisted in preparing financial reports for management review.
- Helped with the covid work safety leave audit.
- Supported month-end close processes through data entry and reconciliation.
- Utilized accounting software to input and track financial data efficiently.
- Prepared bank reconciliations and journal entries to record transactions in the general ledger.
- Processed invoices, payments, credit memos, and other accounting documents.
- Participated in training sessions to gain knowledge of new systems or procedures related to the department's activities.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Augusta University, James M. Hull College of Business
Augusta, GA 01.2018 - 05/2021
Skills
- Fast pace learner
- Adapting to change
- Works well in teams
- Intermediate in Excel
- Outlook
- OIBEE (PARS REPORTING)
- Queries
- Variance analysis
- General ledger reconciliation
- Tax compliance
- Audit coordination
- Financial reporting
- Accounting software proficiency
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Data analysis
- Strong organization
- Self-motivated professional
- General ledger accounting
- General ledger journal entry
- PeopleSoft expert
- Some payroll knowledge
- Due diligence
- Accounting principles
- Compiling data
- Team collaboration
- Training and development
- Tax preparation
Activities
HOPE Scholarship, Recipient, 4
Timeline
Financial Analyst
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions LLC.
11.2021 - Current
Payroll Accounting Intern
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions LLC.
06.2021 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Augusta University, James M. Hull College of Business
01.2018 - 05/2021
Bartender/Manager
Rhineharts’ Oyster Bar
07.2017 - 01.2026