Mechelle Allen
Summary
Results-driven finance professional with strong track record in strategic financial management and analysis. Skilled in budgeting and financial planning ensuring regulatory compliance. Known for fostering team collaboration, adapting to changing priorities, and consistently delivering impactful outcomes. Recognized for reliability, leadership, and deep understanding of financial systems and processes.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Finance Manager
Hispanics in Philanthropy
2020 - Current
- Implemented new accounting software to automate manual processes, increasing accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting.
- Oversaw the preparation of monthly financial statements, ensuring accuracy and timely reporting to stakeholders.
- Mentored and managed finance staff members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Enhanced internal controls by implementing strict compliance procedures aligned with annual audits.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop strategic plans, aligning financial objectives with overall company goals.
- Streamlined month-end close process through automation initiatives that increased data accuracy while reducing time spent on administrative tasks.
- Support annual budget process and quarterly forecast updates, integrating financial data from multiple sources to ensure accurate projections.
- Managed and approved payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivables and other accounting tasks for accuracy and compliance.
- Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Established solid relationships with external partners including banks, auditors, vendors, and clients to support business objectives.
- Oversaw employee expense tracking with associated expense verification and credit card reconciliation.
- Spearheaded successful financial audits by maintaining accurate records and documentation.
Senior Accountant
EdTec, Inc.
2011 - 2019
- Troubleshot and resolved escalated issues pertaining to vendor disputes, payment discrepancies or delays in a timely manner, maintaining positive relationships with suppliers.
- Maintained accurate records of all financial transactions within the accounts payable department.
- Developed and delivered training sessions to new team members on department procedures.
- Streamlined accounts payable processes for increased accuracy and timeliness of payments.
- Coordinated with auditors during annual audits, providing necessary information to ensure a timely completion of the audit process.
Accountant
Basic American Foods
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Assisted in successful negotiation of terms with vendors and suppliers, improving company's cost-efficiency.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on cash basis.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
Business Tax Specialist & Accounting Technician
City of Oakland
2005 - 01.2008
- Worked with individuals, trusts and companies to manage tax compliance and reporting needs.
- Maintained thorough and current understanding of applicable business tax laws for the city of Oakland, Ca.
- Managed tax submissions and made sure all information complied with regulations and collected and submitted required tax payments.
- Conducted comprehensive research on complex tax regulations, staying up-to-date on the latest changes and updates.
- Identified potential tax savings opportunities for clients by conducting thorough reviews of their financial records.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by diligently reconciling accounts, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues promptly.
Assistant Program Manager
Economic Opportunity Council of San Francisco
01.2001 - 2004
- Supervised day-to-day operations of the cities food bank to meet program expectations.
- Offered hands-on assistance to locals, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Implemented staff training programs, enhancing product knowledge.
- Ensured adherence to USDA policies, regulations, and best practices during the execution of each grocery
- Presented regular status reports to senior management, providing updates on progress, challenges faced, and upcoming milestones.
- Monitored and tracked program applications and collected data to share with senior management and USDA.
Education
C.A - Business Accounting
Berkeley City College
Berkeley, CA01-2013
Allied School of Business
Laguna Hills, CA01-2005
A.A. - Fashion Design
Fashion Institute of Design (FIDM)
San Francisco, CA01-2003
Skills
- Financial & Accounting management
- Effective communication
- Internal controls
- Financial budgeting & reporting
- Staff training
- Payroll administration
- Nonprofit, government
- Project management
- Proficient in and systems administrator for NetSuite, BOX, QuickBooks, Sage Intact, 1099 Pro, Oracle and more Proficient in Microsoft Office and Windows-based software applications
Timeline
Accountant
Basic American Foods
01.2009 - 01.2011
Assistant Program Manager
Economic Opportunity Council of San Francisco
01.2001 - 2004
Senior Finance Manager
Hispanics in Philanthropy
2020 - Current
Senior Accountant
EdTec, Inc.
2011 - 2019
Business Tax Specialist & Accounting Technician
City of Oakland
2005 - 01.2008
C.A - Business Accounting
Berkeley City College
Allied School of Business
A.A. - Fashion Design
Fashion Institute of Design (FIDM)
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