Mary Beth Smith
Franklin,TN
Summary
Experienced finance professional with expertise in accounting, financial management, and budget preparation. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Collaborative team player dedicated to fostering strong relationships across all organizational levels. Recognized for taking a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with the focus on optimizing processes and supporting company objectives.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DATA MIGRATION SPECIALIST
Warner Music Group
Remote
01.2024 - Current
- Developed data mapping strategies that ensured seamless information migration.
- Safeguarded integrity of migrated datasets by implementing best practices and adhering to security protocols.
- Documented migration procedures to enhance operational clarity.
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT - CONTRACTOR
Various
Remote
2023 - 2024
- Conducted month-end close variance analysis and budgeting for multiple companies in California, ensuring financial accuracy and accountability.
- Assessed financial data related to IT expenses and transactions in healthcare sector, enabling precise capitalization of assets.
- Analyzed sales data to determine monthly commission payouts for business development staff, ensuring alignment with performance metrics in entertainment sector.
ACCOUNTING TEAM LEAD
UHS Nashville Regional Office
Brentwood, TN
2020 - 2023
- Oversaw full-cycle accounting for behavioral health facilities across five states, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Prepared monthly financial packages, including balance sheet reconciliations and budget variance analysis.
- Onboarded and trained new accountants, improving team's overall capabilities and integration.
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Foundations Recovery Network
Brentwood, TN
2018 - 2020
- Executed full-cycle accounting for inpatient and outpatient addiction recovery facilities across six states, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Managed monthly financial close processes for accurate reporting; prepared and reviewed financial statements and conducted budget variance analysis for management.
ACCOUNTING MANAGER - SHARED SERVICE CENTER
LifePoint Health
Brentwood, TN
2015 - 2018
- Executed comprehensive payroll preparation for a workforce exceeding 700 employees in shared service center.
- Prepared monthly journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting of payroll, employee benefits, intercompany transactions, and cash transactions.
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
Williamson College
Franklin, TN
2012 - 2015
- Directed all financial functions to uphold compliance and promote fiscal responsibility within non-profit Christian college.
- Presented comprehensive financial analyses during finance committee meetings to guide board of trustees in informed decision-making.
Education
BBA - Accounting
Belmont University
Nashville, TennesseeSkills
- In-depth technical accounting expertise
- Data-driven problem solver
- Effective communicator in diverse formats
- Skilled in prioritizing responsibilities
- Collaborative team member
- Strong work ethic
Certification
Certified Public Accountant, State of Tennessee
Accomplishments
- Passed CPA Exam in one sitting
- Magna Cum Laude
- 4.0 GPA in Accounting Courses
Timeline
DATA MIGRATION SPECIALIST
Warner Music Group
01.2024 - Current
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT - CONTRACTOR
Various
2023 - 2024
ACCOUNTING TEAM LEAD
UHS Nashville Regional Office
2020 - 2023
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Foundations Recovery Network
2018 - 2020
ACCOUNTING MANAGER - SHARED SERVICE CENTER
LifePoint Health
2015 - 2018
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
Williamson College
2012 - 2015
BBA - Accounting
Belmont University