Lori Achilles
Cave Creek,AZ
Summary
Meticulous Project Accountant with immense capacity to oversee projects with numerous moving parts. Skilled assessor of project numbers with diverse software arsenal at disposal. Approachable liaison between company management and project leadership translating figures into easily understood language. Resourceful
Accounting professional with many years of experience in audit preparation and reporting.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Project Accountant
Clayco
Phoenix, AZ
01.2024 - Current
- Managed complex billing arrangements for multiple projects, resulting in prompt payment from clients.
- Collaborated closely with project managers to ensure proper allocation of resources and adherence to budgets.
- Expedited month-end close processes by streamlining reconciliations and intercompany transactions.
- Contributed to successful completion of high-profile projects through strong financial management and timely communication of potential risks.
- Mitigated financial risks by identifying potential issues early and proposing viable solutions to stakeholders.
- Reduced budget discrepancies by conducting thorough variance analyses and reconciling accounts timely.
Sr. Field Office Administrator
Holder Construction
Phoenix, AZ
04.2008 - 01.2024
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
- Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.
- Process owner and subcontractor billings and invoices.
- Assist with interviewing, on boarding, training and new hire processes.
- Collect and maintain, onsite paperwork such as: COI's, bonds, safety manuals and other required documentation.
- Maintain site employee records such as audits, exemptions, transfers, and resignations within the company standards, with confidentiality and discretion.
Trainer of Operations
UPMC Health Plan
Pittsburgh, PA
02.2005 - 11.2007
- Conducted regular audits of training content to ensure relevance and alignment with organizational objectives.
- Coached employees on effective communication techniques, leading to improved collaboration between departments.
- Championed change management efforts during periods of organizational transition, guiding employees through new processes while mitigating potential resistance or confusion.
- Served as a mentor and resource for employees seeking professional development opportunities within the organization.
- Coordinate all aspects of the training process, including industry research material development, program delivery, student testing and assesment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business - Applied Management
Pittsburgh Technical College
10.2025
No Degree - Healthcare Management
University of Pittsburgh
2007
Associate of Arts - Specialized Technology
Pittsburgh Technical College
01.1996
Skills
- Journal Entries
- Contractor Management
- Project Accounting
- Staff Training and Development
- Purchase Order Management
Timeline
Senior Project Accountant
Clayco
01.2024 - Current
Sr. Field Office Administrator
Holder Construction
04.2008 - 01.2024
Trainer of Operations
UPMC Health Plan
02.2005 - 11.2007
Bachelor of Science - Business - Applied Management
Pittsburgh Technical College
No Degree - Healthcare Management
University of Pittsburgh
Associate of Arts - Specialized Technology
Pittsburgh Technical College
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