Sarah S. VanGeison
Bluffton,SC
Summary
Senior Accountant with 15+ years of experience in financial reporting, month-end close, reconciliations, and audit support across multi-entity environments. Proven success improving processes, strengthening internal controls, and supporting system implementations. Skilled in P&L analysis, GAAP/SOX compliance, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in Excel, OneStream, Hyperion, AdBase, Analytix, and PBS. Dependable team player always willing to help others.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant I
OMNICOM SHARED SERVICE CENTER
01.2022 - Current
- Prepare journal entries and supporting documentation for month-end close.
- Conduct P&L variance analysis for multiple agencies, improving accuracy and visibility.
- Reconcile key balance sheet accounts including Intercompany, A/R, A/P, Fixed Assets, WIP, and bank accounts.
- Process semi-monthly payroll entries and complete payroll reconciliations.
- Reconcile WIP/Unbilled AR/Customer Advances and generate correction entries.
- Prepare working capital schedules in OneStream and quarterly reporting packages in HFM.
- Support agencies with financial insights and process improvements.
Advertising Accounting Analyst, Carolinas
MCCLATCHY
01.2016 - 01.2021
- Supported accounting operations for multiple business units across the region.
- Executed month-end revenue recognition for digital and print advertising using AdBase/Analytix.
- Prepared monthly balance sheet reconciliations and provided reporting for corporate and internal audit.
- Managed digital product verification and weekly cash balancing.
- Collaborated with senior analysts to implement workflow improvements and standardization.
- Developed and updated SOPs to support process consistency.
Accounting Manager
THE ISLAND PACKET
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Served on the AdBase implementation team, contributing to a successful system rollout.
- Reviewed and posted journal entries for circulation, advertising, and miscellaneous revenue.
- Completed monthly variance analysis for senior leadership and corporate finance.
- Performed monthly bank reconciliations and quarterly SOX compliance testing.
- Managed A/R and A/P processes, including payment research, chargeback resolution, and vendor management.
Systems Administrator & Circulation Accountant
THE ISLAND PACKET
01.2008 - 01.2014
- Led implementation and training for the Publishing Business Systems (PBS) circulation system.
- Maintained system updates including routing, contractor changes, and rate adjustments.
- Managed A/R and A/P processing for circulation and advertising.
- Prepared all circulation journal entries and built the general ledger for monthly close.
- Completed AAM reporting and annual 1099 preparation.
Education
MBA - Real Estate Finance Emphasis
Clemson University
Clemson, SC05-2008
B.S. - Health Promotion
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SC05-2006
Skills
- Month-End Close & Financial Reporting
- Balance Sheet Reconciliations
- Variance Analysis & Reporting
- Audit Support (Internal & External)
- Process Improvement & SOP Development
- GAAP / SOX Compliance
- System Implementations & Training
- Advanced Excel
- General ledger accounting
Timeline
Senior Accountant I
OMNICOM SHARED SERVICE CENTER
01.2022 - Current
Advertising Accounting Analyst, Carolinas
MCCLATCHY
01.2016 - 01.2021
Accounting Manager
THE ISLAND PACKET
01.2014 - 01.2016
Systems Administrator & Circulation Accountant
THE ISLAND PACKET
01.2008 - 01.2014
MBA - Real Estate Finance Emphasis
Clemson University
B.S. - Health Promotion
Coastal Carolina University