Shaniece Nicholls
Washington,DC
Summary
Talented financial leader well-versed in accounting principles and regulations. Motivated to keep company financial operations compliant, accurate and cost-effective. Ready to bring [Number]+ years of experience and take on challenging new role. Accomplished in reducing expenses, streamlining financial operations and improving reporting functions. Highly organized and systematic with in-depth understanding of [Industry]. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Controller
Enterprise Holdings
03.2022 - Current
- Ensure integrity of general ledger accounts through regular reconciliations, adjustments, and detailed documentation.
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration by partnering with other departments on special projects aimed at improving overall company performance.
- Streamline month-end closing procedures, reducing time spent on manual tasks and increasing efficiency.
- Mentor junior team members in accounting best practices, fostering a positive work environment and professional development opportunities.
- Assisted in the preparation of accurate financial statements, supporting company growth and decisionmaking.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Prepared and filed tax returns and generated monthly reports in compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
- Directed corporate decision-making and planning by monitoring and setting policies and procedures to optimize fiscal performance.
- Worked with 5 executives to create annual budget and track actual expenses against projected expenses.
- Projected monthly cash expenditures through efficient budgeting and detailed document reviews.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions with a focus on timely payment processing while minimizing bad debt exposure.
Accounting Supervisor
Enterprise Holdings
07.2019 - 03.2022
- Maintained cash flow by monitoring bank balances and cash requirements.
- Disciplined and motivated accounting team to maximize performance.
- Created and initiated accounting procedures to increase organization.
- Facilitated cross-functional communication between departments to ensure seamless integration of accounting processes.
- Successfully managed multiple projects concurrently while maintaining strict deadlines and high-quality deliverables.
- Resolved complex accounting discrepancies through thorough investigation, analysis, and collaboration with relevant parties.
- Managed a team of junior accountants, providing mentorship, guidance, and performance feedback to optimize productivity.
- Developed comprehensive budgets in collaboration with department managers to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
- Supported company growth through accurate financial forecasting, enabling informed strategic decision-making from executive leadership.
- Reduced month-end closing time with efficient organization and prioritization of tasks.
- Improved budget management, consistently monitoring expenses and tracking variances.
- Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
- Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
Accountant
Enterprise Holdings
02.2017 - 07.2019
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
- Maintained accurate records of fixed assets, including acquisition costs, depreciation schedules, and current values for insurance purposes.
- Reduced expenses by negotiating with vendors for better pricing and terms on services and supplies.
- Evaluated and improved financial records to make important business decisions.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
Management Trainee
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
05.2016 - 02.2017
- Maintained high-quality standards in all aspects of work, ensuring customer satisfaction at every touchpoint within the business journey.
- Developed problem-solving abilities through hands-on experience with real-life business scenarios.
- Implemented innovative marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and customer engagement.
- Described product to customers and accurately explained details and care of merchandise.
Sales Manager
Bloomingdale's
05.2013 - 04.2016
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
- Increased sales revenue by developing and implementing effective sales strategies.
- Built long-lasting client relationships through excellent customer service and consistent followups.
- Led a successful sales team by providing motivational coaching and performance-based incentives.
- Organized regular sales meetings to review progress, share best practices, and set achievable targets for continued success.
Auditor
KPMG
10.2011 - 05.2013
- Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
- Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by performing regular audits and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Streamlined audit processes, improving efficiency and reducing time spent on each audit engagement.
- Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, building trust and ensuring a high level of satisfaction during the audit process.
- Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
- Conducted risk assessments to determine areas requiring increased focus during subsequent audits.
- Communicated with auditee staff to obtain necessary information for audits.
- Interpreted state and federal laws, accepted auditing principles and procedures and program standards to audited materials and data to detect non-compliance and facilitate recommendations.
Education
BBA - Accounting
Howard University
Washington, DC05.2011
Skills
- Bank Reconciliation
- Preparing financial statements
- Audit preparation
- Accounts receivable management
- Cash Flow Management
- Fixed Asset Management
- Internal Controls
- Reporting oversight
- Trend Analysis
- Financial Forecasting
- Financial statements expertise
- Financial Management
Timeline
Assistant Controller
Enterprise Holdings
03.2022 - Current
Accounting Supervisor
Enterprise Holdings
07.2019 - 03.2022
Accountant
Enterprise Holdings
02.2017 - 07.2019
Management Trainee
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
05.2016 - 02.2017
Sales Manager
Bloomingdale's
05.2013 - 04.2016
Auditor
KPMG
10.2011 - 05.2013
BBA - Accounting
Howard University
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