MARIAH HILLIARD
Waldorf,MD
Summary
Accounting professional with a B.S. in Accounting and experience in financial reporting, sales auditing, account reconciliations and operational accounting. Skilled at analyzing financial data, identifying discrepancies and maintaining accurate records while supporting month-end reporting processes. Proficient in Excel, QuickBooks and financial documentation with a background in cross-functional collaboration across corporate and entertainment environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Pilates Instructor
RTR Pilates
Maryland
04.2026 - Current
- Lead group fitness classes while supporting client scheduling, onboarding and daily studio operations
- Assist with maintaining organized class records and positive client experience across a growing studio
Stretch Practitioner & Studio Operations Support
Stretch Zone
Bethesda, MD
03.2026 - Current
- Oversee front desk operations for a high-volume studio — managing scheduling, membership billing, payment processing, and client record-keeping
- Maintain accurate operational records and support day-to-day administrative workflow in a fast-paced, client-facing environment
- Support customer retention through consistent communication and relationship management
Freelance Performer & Independent Contractor
Entertainment Industry
Nationwide
01.2014 - Current
- Independently managed all financial and business operations across a 10+ year performing career — including contracts, invoicing, expense tracking and project budgeting
- Coordinated logistics and maintained organized records for national touring projects, residencies and short-term engagements
- Collaborated with production management, talent agencies and event clients while balancing multiple concurrent bookings and deadlines
Sales Audit Associate
Big 5 Corporate
El Segundo, CA
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Conducted daily audits of 100+ retail transactions across cash, credit and alternative tender types ensuring compliance with corporate financial policies and procedures
- Prepared daily, weekly and monthly financial and operational reports for internal leadership review with 99%+ reporting accuracy
- Reconciled sales revenue, cash deposits and credit card transactions against POS data and GL entries — investigating and resolving discrepancies in collaboration with internal teams
- Managed high volumes of financial data across a deadline-driven corporate environment while maintaining audit-ready records and consistent accuracy
- Supported operational accounting functions across a multi-location retail organization with a focus on process adherence and reporting integrity
Education
B.S. - Accounting
Hampton University
05.2014
M.S. - Applied Exercise Science
Concordia University Chicago
12.2025
Skills
- Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables and Formulas)
- QuickBooks
- Financial Reporting
- Account Reconciliations
- General Ledger Support
- Accounts Payable/Receivable
- Data Analysis
- Google Workspace
- Microsoft Office Suite
- CRM & Scheduling Systems
- Scheduling and booking management
- Customer services
- Record keeping
- Client confidentiality practices
- Marketing and branding
- Certified in CPR/AED
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved store audit variances, reducing reporting errors and supporting accurate financial records.
- Achieved timely month-end reporting by reviewing and reconciling audit data with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Managed and supported 20+ clients simultaneously, ensuring accuracy, organization, and exceptional service in a fast-paced environment.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Languages
English
Timeline
Pilates Instructor
RTR Pilates
04.2026 - Current
Stretch Practitioner & Studio Operations Support
Stretch Zone
03.2026 - Current
Sales Audit Associate
Big 5 Corporate
08.2015 - 06.2017
Freelance Performer & Independent Contractor
Entertainment Industry
01.2014 - Current
B.S. - Accounting
Hampton University
M.S. - Applied Exercise Science
Concordia University Chicago