Melissia Varnadore
Gloucester,Virginia
Summary
Professional systems finance specialist with significant experience in managing and optimizing financial systems. Strong analytical skills, adept at identifying and resolving complex issues, and streamlining processes to enhance efficiency. Known for collaborating effectively with teams and adapting to changing needs. Expertise includes financial reporting, ERP systems, and compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Financial Systems Accountant
College of William & Mary
04.2023 - Current
- Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles.
- Active member of the Workday implementation team.
- Completed Workday Coursework: Core Concepts, Workday Basics, Composite Reporting Fundamentals, Calculated Fields, Report Writer, Financials Terminology for Education and Government, and Cost Center Organizations.
- Experience with cloud-based ERP systems: Ellucian Banner and Workday. Proficient with databases and tools for accessing and analyzing data. Demonstrated ability to analyze regulations and accounting practices.
- Central office contact for creation of Foundation Data Model (FDM) elements, to include: drivers, cost centers, programs, cost center hierarchies, and other worktag items.
- Analyze transfer and miscellaneous cash transaction documents along with the appropriate backup to ensure complete mathematical accuracy and conformity to Federal, State, and University guidelines.
- Certify and approve financial data from Deposit Certificates transmitted to Cardinal and transmit payroll transactions to Cardinal.
- Led cross-departmental collaborations to streamline accounting procedures, improving operational efficiency across the institution.
- Maintain bank activity records and reconcile bank account cash activity within the Banner system.
- Prepare bank transfer entries to record the cash transfer for payments made by wire transfer.
- Maintain a full understanding of all areas of the Data Control department, including the duties of the Data Control Manager.
- Perform data analysis using reporting software such as QLIK, Discoverer, SQL, DOA’s Cardinal reporting, and Workday.
- Maintain documentation for all duties and responsibilities of the Data Control department in accordance with the Commonwealth’s Agency Risk Management and Internal Controls Standards (ARMICS) guidelines.
- Championed continuous improvement initiatives within the team and campus community, including training, testing, and evaluation of systems.
- Working knowledge of system configuration and implementation.
Assistant Principal
Citrus County Schools
06.2017 - 03.2023
- Built and maintained positive relationships with diverse stakeholders, such as parents, school volunteers, and outside agencies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness for instructional staff members.
- Partnered with the Principal to administer a school program in alignment with vision and goals, providing a positive, high-expectation academic environment.
- Created and constructed the Master Schedule and student scheduling with Skyward ERP.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Supported hiring, training, and disciplinary action in compliance with legal guidelines and requirements.
- Prepared school budget and submitted to school board with recommendations for hiring, capital expenditures, and cost-saving initiatives.
- Kept school in full compliance with established financial and academic policies, legal requirements, and student safety standards.
Assessment Specialist
Crystal River High School
03.2014 - 06.2017
Math Teacher
Crystal River Middle School
08.2013 - 03.2014
English as a Second Language Interventionist
Blackburn Elementary School
01.2012 - 06.2012
Teacher
Palmetto Christian School
01.2006 - 11.2010
Education
Certification -
National Center On Education And The Economy
Washington, DC11.2022
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL05.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies: Public Relations and Advertising
Carson–Newman University
05.2005
Skills
- Ellucian and Workday Trained
- ERP Implementation
- ERP Systems Proficiency
- Fiscal Management
- Policy Implementation
- Superior Attention to Detail
- Personnel and Disciplinary Management
- Technology and Infrastructure Planning
- Orientation Sessions
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Financial Systems Expertise
- Data Analysis Techniques
- Customer Demographics
- Group Facilitation and Presentations
Accomplishments
- Completed Workday Coursework: Core Concepts, Workday Basics, Reporting Fundamentals, Calculated Fields, and Report Writer
- Increased overall student academic performance on standardized tests.
- Analyzed budgets to eliminate waste.
- Established the school's social media presence and automated phone system to alert parents and students of critical or time-sensitive information.
- Managed school operations for over 690 students.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised a team of 98 staff members.
- Coordinated yearly budget.
Affiliations
- Member of the Professional & Professional Faculty Assembly (PPFA) at William & Mary
- Member of Providence Baptist Church, Hayes, Virginia
- Director of Women's Ministry
- Member of Church Tech Team, monitoring and managing the technical infrastructure, including audio, video, lighting, and streaming systems; utilizing Resi and ProPresenter software systems.
Timeline
Senior Financial Systems Accountant
College of William & Mary
04.2023 - Current
Assistant Principal
Citrus County Schools
06.2017 - 03.2023
Assessment Specialist
Crystal River High School
03.2014 - 06.2017
Math Teacher
Crystal River Middle School
08.2013 - 03.2014
English as a Second Language Interventionist
Blackburn Elementary School
01.2012 - 06.2012
Teacher
Palmetto Christian School
01.2006 - 11.2010
Master of Arts - Educational Leadership
University of West Florida
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies: Public Relations and Advertising
Carson–Newman University
Certification -
National Center On Education And The Economy
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
References available upon request