SHUSHANA MEDDER
Savannah,Georgia
Summary
Results-driven accounting expert specializing in financial reporting and regulatory compliance. Consistently recognized for maintaining error-free financial reports and improving team efficiency. Proficient in general ledger oversight and facilitating successful audits, while promoting team growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
GK Capital Management Limited
05.2015 - 06.2017
- Acted as financial controller for fourth quarter of 2016, reporting directly to managing director.
- Trained staff while holding supervisory roles to enhance team performance.
- Collaborated with department heads and senior managers on various projects and team-building exercises.
- Strengthened financial controls and processes, achieving zero financial reporting errors.
- Prepared comprehensive financial statements, reports, audit schedules, and resolved audit queries.
- Managed general ledgers, sub-ledgers, FX movements, fixed asset register, and settlements.
- Generated and distributed invoices and customer statements, ensuring timely client repayments, and quality customer service.
- Maintained professionalism, confidentiality, and integrity in all business dealings.
- These were also done for GK Investments Ltd. & Greenfield Media Productions Ltd.
Accounting Officer
First Global Bank Limited
05.2014 - 04.2015
- Executed the preparation of comprehensive regulatory reports for the Bank of Jamaica, and the Development Bank of Jamaica on a scheduled basis.
Monitored compliance with regulatory requirements, collaborating with senior managers, and staff.
Investigated account variances over five percent to minimize financial risk exposure. - Led cross-training initiatives on client account coding for improved accuracy and compliance.
- Collaborated with the Settlements department to coordinate wire transfers and manage cash reserve fluctuations.
- Diligently assisted IT in troubleshooting issues, post-implementation of new banking software.
- Performed quality control measures that boosted efficiency at First Global Bank Ltd., and First Global Leasing Ltd. Updated financial records and prepared essential reports for First Global Leasing, a subsidiary of the bank.
- Prepare schedules, and provide support during audits, while responding promptly to inquiries, and exceeding deadlines.
Accounting Clerk
First Global Financial Services Limited
12.2011 - 04.2014
- Assisted in preparation of annual budget, audits, and monthly financial statements.
- Uploaded completed financial statements in Oracle for head office review.
- Conducted account analyses and reconciliations including intercompany, bank, and accounts receivable.
- Managed timely uploads for manager authorization and teammate access.
- Processed wire transfers and salary advances efficiently.
- Tracked revenues and expenses across multiple accounting software for accurate recording.
- Supervised incoming invoices and payments to ensure compliance.
- Coordinated customer creation, general ledger updates, invoice generation, and customer statements.
- Developed audit schedules and managed documentation for audits.
- Delivered clerical and administrative support to senior accounting staff.
- Facilitated outstanding customer service to enhance client satisfaction.
- Led team-building initiatives, achieving a more positive, and productive environment.
- Met deadlines successfully.
- These were done for multiple subsidiaries.
Education
Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Management Studies, Accounting
The University of The West Indies
11-2011
Data Entry -
National Vocational Qualification of Jamaica
08-2008
Associate of Science Degree (AS) - Business & Administration
Campion College
06-2008
Skills
- Self-motivated professional
- Financial reporting and analysis
- General ledger management
- Regulatory compliance
- Audit preparation
- Team development
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- Invitee to the Future Leaders & Global Leadership Summits held in the United States of America.
Affiliations
- Member of the high school volleyball team.
- Member of Key Club and Interact Society.
- Lifeguard during summers.
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Accountant
GK Capital Management Limited
05.2015 - 06.2017
Accounting Officer
First Global Bank Limited
05.2014 - 04.2015
Accounting Clerk
First Global Financial Services Limited
12.2011 - 04.2014
Bachelor of Science (BSc) - Management Studies, Accounting
The University of The West Indies
Data Entry -
National Vocational Qualification of Jamaica
Associate of Science Degree (AS) - Business & Administration
Campion College