Shane Lillis
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Experienced Senior Accountant with background in Assurance Services and Hospitality Management successful at cultivating effective working relationships at all levels and demographics and producing timely, accurate and quality work for clients. Team oriented colleague who excels in boosting energy and morale for the group and strives for the success of the team as a whole.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Assurance Intern
Grant Thornton LLP
01.2014 - 04.2014
- Performed detail audit procedures and testing for various audit engagements.
- Assisted senior audit staff and managers in the completion of high-quality audits with diligent preparation and review.
- Consistently sought feedback and guidance from managers and partners to expand knowledge base and increase work productivity.
Assurance Staff
RubinBrown LLP
08.2015 - 07.2018
- Audited, compiled and reviewed financial statements for clients across multiple industries: Not-for-Profit, Colleges & Universities, Manufacturing & Distribution, City Governments, Employee Benefit Plans.
- Prepared and managed engagement budgets effectively to ensure the efficiency of each audit or review.
- Managed deadlines effectively, completing assignments on time while maintaining a focus on accuracy and quality.
- Collaborated and communicated with team members and clients to deliver high-quality assurance services consistently.
- Contributed to the development of junior staff members through mentoring and sharing professional expertise.
Senior Accountant
Leisure Hotels & Resorts
12.2018 - Current
- Produced timely and accurate financial reporting and monthly accounting for hotels and resorts under Leisure's management
- Worked with a full-scale, year-round ski resort that was operating under a Receivership and included 8 consolidated limited partnerships consisting of more than 350 investors.
- Assisted with the creation and optimization of fiscal year budget for a $50+ million revenue, 80+ department ski resort.
- Managed monthly, quarterly and annual tax filings for the hotels and resorts, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with regulations.
Basketball Referee
Catholic Youth Organization
12.2007 - Current
- Demonstrate quick and confident decision making throughout the game to enhance a fair and free-flowing basketball game
- Effectively communicate with all participants - players, coaches, fans - that encourages a positive and respective game environment
- Provide full effort and attention to the game regardless of level of play, from recreational youth teams to competitive high school teams
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS12.2013
Skills
- General Ledger Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Budget Administration
- Data Analysis
- Effective Communication
- Team Oriented
- Adaptable
- Positive Energy & Effort
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Leisure Hotels & Resorts
12.2018 - Current
Assurance Staff
RubinBrown LLP
08.2015 - 07.2018
Assurance Intern
Grant Thornton LLP
01.2014 - 04.2014
Basketball Referee
Catholic Youth Organization
12.2007 - Current
Master of Science - Accounting
University of Kansas
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Kansas
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