Lisa Davis
Park Ridge,IL
Summary
Assisted teams in managing various accounting tasks and financial operations. Supported project timelines by effectively organizing resources and prioritizing tasks. Seeking new career opportunities in accounting.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Financial Analyst
Baker & McKenzie Global Services LLC
02.2018 - Current
- Assisted in the testing and development of the Inter-firm and Modified Cash Ledger programs during the firm's implementation of SAP
- Preparation, review and analysis of financial information obtained from the firm’s offices (approximately 77 offices in 47 countries) as it relates to statutory reporting
- Review and analysis of Principal participation, US entity controllership, inter-firm reconciliations, capital repayment reconciliations, insurance calculations, and service fee and global entity controllership functions
- Prepare complex year-end Statutory Allocations for use in the financial modeling of the Member Firm service fee calculation
- Support other Finance departments to find solutions to problems that have an impact on statutory reporting
- Statutory Reporting and Analysis Group
Manager
Baker & McKenzie Global Services LLC
04.2016 - 02.2018
- Support the statutory billing, accounting, and reporting requirements of the firm’s Member Firm structure as it relates to Service agreements
- Manage the accounting and allocation of global/regional costs for statutory reporting purposes for more than 70 offices
- Manage the preparation of financial statements and maintain accurate books and records for special purpose and global entities
- Manage the modeling process for statutory P&L and service fee amounts due from Member Firms
- Establish accounting for transactions that require different treatment for statutory purposes and oversee training and implementation
- Recruiting, supervision and development of staff
Senior Financial Analyst
Baker & McKenzie Global Services LLC
07.2011 - 01.2012
- Analysis of financial information related to the firm’s active and retired principals (over 700 active principals)
- Facilitate the year-end adjustment process, including special fee arrangements, client credit adjustments, etc.
- Coordinate the First, Second, Third and Fourth Advance distribution calculations in November, January, March and May based upon YTD financial results including scheduling, planning, reconciliation of all data sources, application of adjustments and special arrangements, distribution of the materials, and payment of distributions
- Preparation and distribution of monthly Principal financial summaries and associate profit/loss schedules
- Calculate, coordinate and review payments to Principals (draws, distributions, capital)
- Manage the maintenance of records and information pertaining to key financial components, including the scheduling of key deadlines, Associate Training Program data, and all cost allocation bases
- Serve as a key resource and respond to all inquiries and requests from partners, Firm management and practice offices, and local office controllers
- Perform monthly journal entries and account reconciliations
- Partnership Accounting
Financial Analyst
Baker & McKenzie Global Services LLC
01.2009 - 06.2011
- Analysis of financial information related to the firm’s active and retired principals (over 700 active principals)
- Facilitate the year-end adjustment process, including special fee arrangements, client credit adjustments, etc.
- Coordinate the First, Second, Third and Fourth Advance distribution calculations in November, January, March and May based upon YTD financial results including scheduling, planning, reconciliation of all data sources, application of adjustments and special arrangements, distribution of the materials, and payment of distributions
- Preparation and distribution of monthly Principal financial summaries and associate profit/loss schedules
- Calculate, coordinate and review payments to Principals (draws, distributions, capital)
- Manage the maintenance of records and information pertaining to key financial components, including the scheduling of key deadlines, Associate Training Program data, and all cost allocation bases
- Serve as a key resource and respond to all inquiries and requests from partners, Firm management and practice offices, and local office controllers
- Perform monthly journal entries and account reconciliations
- Partnership Accounting
Staff Accountant
Baker & McKenzie Global Services LLC
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Analysis of financial information related to the firm’s active and retired principals (over 700 active principals)
- Facilitate the year-end adjustment process, including special fee arrangements, client credit adjustments, etc.
- Coordinate the First, Second, Third and Fourth Advance distribution calculations in November, January, March and May based upon YTD financial results including scheduling, planning, reconciliation of all data sources, application of adjustments and special arrangements, distribution of the materials, and payment of distributions
- Preparation and distribution of monthly Principal financial summaries and associate profit/loss schedules
- Calculate, coordinate and review payments to Principals (draws, distributions, capital)
- Manage the maintenance of records and information pertaining to key financial components, including the scheduling of key deadlines, Associate Training Program data, and all cost allocation bases
- Serve as a key resource and respond to all inquiries and requests from partners, Firm management and practice offices, and local office controllers
- Perform monthly journal entries and account reconciliations
- Partnership Accounting
Accountant
IML Group (Family Office)
05.2007 - 09.2007
- Bill reconciliation and preparation for payment for various individuals and entities
- Performing general ledger postings and monthly reconciliations
- Maintaining cash requirement schedules
- Monitoring of insurance coverage
- Total familiarity with the investment and financial structures of the family office operation
Senior Portfolio Accountant
Heitman, Real Estate Investment Firm
10.2006 - 02.2007
- Review and preparation of portfolio financial statements and property valuation projections
- Supervise one to two Portfolio Accountants
- Assisting in the annual audit process
- Preparation and review of property budgets
Tax Specialist
Blackman Kallick Bartelstein, LLP
10.2003 - 10.2006
- Prepare corporate, partnership, trust, and not-for-profit tax returns for clients in the manufacturing, retail, construction, hospitality, and not-for-profit industries
- Analyze financial statements and project tax liabilities
- Assist clients in maintaining accurate, up to date accounting records
- Call clients on specific accounting issues and to request additional information to ensure client compliance with information reporting and other tax filing requirements
- Assist Managers on special projects
Education
Master of Science -
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.2003
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL05.2003
Skills
Conducted in-depth research to enhance analytical and quantitative skills
Assisted in maintaining accurate financial records Supported analysis of financial data to identify trends Aided in preparing financial reports for management review
Executed comprehensive financial statement preparation to ensure accurate reporting and compliance
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA), May 2003 (Inactive)
- Passed all four parts of exam upon first sitting
Timeline
Senior Financial Analyst
Baker & McKenzie Global Services LLC
02.2018 - Current
Manager
Baker & McKenzie Global Services LLC
04.2016 - 02.2018
Senior Financial Analyst
Baker & McKenzie Global Services LLC
07.2011 - 01.2012
Financial Analyst
Baker & McKenzie Global Services LLC
01.2009 - 06.2011
Staff Accountant
Baker & McKenzie Global Services LLC
01.2008 - 12.2008
Accountant
IML Group (Family Office)
05.2007 - 09.2007
Senior Portfolio Accountant
Heitman, Real Estate Investment Firm
10.2006 - 02.2007
Tax Specialist
Blackman Kallick Bartelstein, LLP
10.2003 - 10.2006
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Florida
Master of Science -
University of Florida