Shanna Jones

Prepared and processed journal entries to record in
general ledger and maintain consistent
documentation.
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Prepared timely and accurate tax filings, ensuring
compliance with federal, state, and local
regulations.
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Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing
reconciliation procedures and improving
communication among team members.
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Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable
and other account balances to track transactions,
avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
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Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring
timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash
flow management strategies.
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Budgeting & variance
analysis
Financial auditing
Variance analysis
Accounting software
expertise
Data inputting
Controls monitoring
Monthly account / bank
reconciliation
Bank reconciliation
Accounts payable / invoice
coding
Monthly / quarterly / year
end reports
Accounts receivable
management
ERP systems
Administrative support
Generally accepted
accounting principles
Account reconciliation
Contract management
GAAP accounting
GAAP compliance
GAAP application
Monthly journal entries
Budgeting assistance
Accounts payable
management
Created journal entry schedules to improve
efficiency, support, and documentation of
accounting processes.
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Maintained general ledger accuracy through
regular account reconciliations, journal entry
adjustments, and transaction reviews.
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Participated in internal and external audit processes
to establish accurate financial records and comply
with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and
regulatory requirements.
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Collaborated with external auditors to provide
information for audit process.
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Helped with preparation of year-end and statutory
accounts to compare past reports and evaluate
financial health of company.
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Developed strong relationships with external auditors
to facilitate efficient audit process.

Received vendor invoices, validated for accuracy
and routed for approval to prepare for payment
processing.
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Managed high-volume invoice processing
efficiently, maintaining a consistent record of timely
payments.
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Processed daily invoices, check requests and wire
transfers of foreign and domestic currency.
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Investigated inquiries relating to • status of accounts.
Researched and resolved invoice and payment
issues for internal employees and external vendors.
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Identified opportunities and risks in accounts
payable process to improve standard operating
procedures.
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Improved payment accuracy with meticulous
invoice review and reconciliation efforts.
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Enhanced vendor relationships through prompt
communication and timely resolution of
discrepancies.
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Maintained accurate vendor records, ensuring
proper tax compliance and streamlined
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Year-end closing
Month-end closing
Accounting principles
Staff training
Great Plains, Exacct Max,
Microsoft Office - particularly
excel, Concur, NetSuite,
Salesforce, Sage Intacct,
Invoiced, Bill, Adobe DC,
Microsoft Teams, Zoom,
Slack, Certify, Power BI, SAP,
Cactus Credentialing
Software proficiencies.
Financial data analysis
Accruals and provisions
Teamwork and
collaboration
Customer service
Journal entries
Microsoft office
Problem-solving
General accounting
Accounting processes
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking Abilities
Accounting software
systems
Excellent communication
Team building and
leadership
communication channels.
Provided strong customer service and support to
prevent invoice and expense issues.
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Safeguarded the company''s financial reputation by
promptly addressing any payment disputes or
inquiries from vendors.
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Reduced outstanding accounts payable balances
by diligently following up on overdue invoices and
negotiating payment terms.
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Reduced late payment fees and managed cash
outflows by prioritizing invoice payments based on
terms and cash flow forecasts.
•
Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers,
improving cash flow management.
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Enhanced vendor relationships through timely and
accurate payment schedules, fostering trust and
long-term partnerships.
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Optimized payment processes, leading to timely
and efficient accounts payable cycle.

Produced • audit reports.
Documented recommendations to improve internal
controls.
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• Identified and reported audit issues.
Performed internal audits of financial and
departmental operations, developing risk
assessments and conducting process walkthroughs
for compliance with documented processes.
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Participated in special projects as requested by
senior leadership, providing subject matter expertise
on internal controls and risk management practices.
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Assisted in the preparation of audit reports that
clearly communicated findings and
recommendations to key stakeholders.
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Reviewed and identified risks, analyzed controls and
tested compliance.
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Prepared audit programs and documentation in
alignment with Generally Accepted Auditing
Standards (GAAS).
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Contributed to a positive work environment by
collaborating effectively with colleagues across all
levels of the organization.

Improved invoice processing efficiency by
streamlining accounts payable procedures and
implementing an automated system.
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Collaborated with other departments to resolve any
billing disputes or issues, resulting in improved
interdepartmental communication.
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Served as a key contact person for external vendors,
addressing inquiries on payment statuses promptly
and professionally.
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Minimized late payment fees by consistently
monitoring due dates and prioritizing payments
accordingly.
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Ensured accurate expense allocation with diligent
review of invoices for proper general ledger coding.
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Developed strong working knowledge of various
accounting software programs, optimizing their use
for efficient accounts payable processing.
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Increased accuracy in financial transactions by
maintaining a well-organized filing system for all
accounts payable documentation.
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Processed accounts payable through the Concur
platform.
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Enhanced vendor relationships through timely and
accurate payment processing, fostering a positive
rapport between the company and vendors.
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Streamlined month-end closing processes, allowing
for faster reporting to management on financial
results.
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Balanced accounts associated with accounts
payable process.
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Enhanced interdepartmental collaboration by
serving as key liaison for accounts payable inquiries.
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Reduced late payment fees, negotiating favorable
payment terms with key suppliers.
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Improved team efficiency, leading • small team in
adopting best practices in accounts payable
processes.
Streamlined invoice processing, significantly
reducing processing time by implementing efficient
document management systems.
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Improved vendor relationships with regular,
transparent communication and timely payments.
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Analyzed and resolved invoice discrepancies,
safeguarding company finances against
overcharges.
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Coordinated with procurement and receiving
departments to verify accuracy of invoice charges
and goods received.
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Streamlined vendor onboarding, ensuring all new
vendors met company standards and compliance
requirements.
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Processed invoices and journal entries with
efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased
discrepancies.
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Reached out to vendors and customers to verify
information and follow up on client issues.
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Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and
tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
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Collaborated with accounting manager to comply
with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.

Simplified invoicing process, reducing errors and
improving turnaround time for accounts receivable.
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Provided journal entries and performed accounting
on accrual basis.
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Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of
accounts.
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Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled
accounts.
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Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and
tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
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Diminished outstanding debts by analyzing accounts
for issues.
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Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable
and other account balances to track transactions,
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avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
Maintained general ledger accuracy through
regular account reconciliations, journal entry
adjustments, and transaction reviews.
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Collected and arranged financial information and
entered details into Sage, Invoiced, Bill and Paypal
financial management system.
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Contributed to development of more robust internal
control system, enhancing financial integrity and
compliance.
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Reduced discrepancies in financial reports,
conducting thorough audits of accounts payable
and receivable.

Collected and arranged financial information and
entered details into NetSuite financial management
system.
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Increased accuracy of financial statements through
diligent attention to detail and thorough review
processes.
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Developed customized financial reports for various
stakeholders to support strategic decision-making
processes.
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Assisted comptroller with year-end • financial audits.
Enhanced accuracy in tax filings, meticulously
reviewing tax returns and supporting
documentation.
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Contributed to development of more robust internal
control system, enhancing financial integrity and
compliance.
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Played key role in successful completion of annual
audits by providing detailed documentation and
explanations to auditors.
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Reduced discrepancies in financial reports,
conducting thorough audits of accounts payable
and receivable.
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Played pivotal role in identifying and mitigating
financial risks by conducting regular financial health
assessments.
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Led project to migrate financial data to new
accounting system, ensuring seamless transition with
minimal downtime.
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Collaborated with accounting manager to comply
with governing bodies and limit regulatory risks.
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Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or
errors from incorrect tax filings.

Facilitated cost savings by identifying duplicate
payments and preventing overpayments through
diligent invoice reviews.
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Assisted with annual audits by generating reports
and collecting and consolidating invoice
information.
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Provided cross-functional support for other finance
departments as needed, fostering a cohesive team
environment.
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Supported audit preparation efforts, providing
thorough documentation for accounts payable
transactions as needed.
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Handled sensitive and confidential documents and
information to maintain corporate reputation.
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Worked closely with IT to troubleshoot software issues
and implement system improvements, enhancing
overall efficiency in the Accounts Payable
processes.
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Strengthened internal controls by adhering to
company policies and procedures regarding
accounts payable processes.
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Collaborated with procurement team to ensure
accurate purchase order issuance, enhancing
overall process efficiency.
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Managed complex accounting projects and special
assignments.
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Streamlined vendor inquiries and disputes resolution,
maintaining positive and professional relationships.
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Enhanced accuracy in financial statements by
reconciling accounts payable transactions monthly.
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Facilitated seamless year-end closing • by ensuring all
financial obligations were accounted for and
accurately reported.
Improved internal controls by developing guidelines
for approval of expenditures.
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Collaborated with procurement to ensure alignment
of purchase orders with budget forecasts and
financial commitments.
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Maintained high level of confidentiality and security
in handling sensitive financial information.
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Achieved significant cost savings by identifying and
reconciling billing discrepancies.
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Streamlined invoice processing, significantly
reducing processing time by implementing
automated system.
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Reduced payment errors by meticulously auditing
invoices against purchase orders and delivery
receipts.
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Implemented digital filing system for accounts
payable documents, improving document retrieval
times.
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Effectively communicated with clients about
payment needs and kept updated, detailed and
accurate ledgers.
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Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and
reconciling checks monthly.
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Managed and responded to correspondence and
inquiries from customers and vendors.
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Matched purchase orders with invoices and
recorded necessary information.
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Supported management by processing invoices and
documents with consistent on-time delivery.
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Input financial data and produced reports using
Great Plains.
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Streamlined daily reporting information entry for
efficient record keeping purposes.
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Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive
financial accuracy.
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Implemented new accounting processes to
decrease spending and work flow downtime.
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Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank
accounts and tracked expenses.
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Generated invoices upon • receipt of billing
information and tracked collection progress.
Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of
credit accounts, investigating, and resolving
discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
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Created detailed expense reports to facilitate
reimbursement for business expenses incurred.
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Conducted detailed financial analysis to identify
and evaluate changes in operations, trends and
potential areas of improvement.
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Facilitated smooth month-end close processes by
efficiently reconciling accounts and addressing
discrepancies promptly.
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Strengthened relationships with external partners
through timely communication and collaboration.
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Reduced time spent on manual data entry,
implementing automated data extraction tools.
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Drove profitability improvements by advising on
cost-reduction strategies.
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Received vendor invoices, validated for accuracy
and routed for approval to prepare for payment
processing.
•
Managed high-volume invoice processing
efficiently, maintaining a consistent record of timely
payments.
•
Processed daily invoices, check requests and wire
transfers of foreign and domestic currency.
•
Investigated inquiries relating to • status of accounts.
Researched and resolved invoice and payment
issues for internal employees and external vendors.
•
Identified opportunities and risks in accounts
payable process to improve standard operating
procedures.
•
Improved payment accuracy with meticulous
invoice review and reconciliation efforts.
•
Enhanced vendor relationships through prompt
communication and timely resolution of
discrepancies.
•
Maintained accurate vendor records, ensuring
proper tax compliance and streamlined
communication channels.
•
Reduced outstanding accounts payable balances
by diligently following up on overdue invoices and
•
negotiating payment terms.
Reduced late payment fees and managed cash
outflows by prioritizing invoice payments based on
terms and cash flow forecasts.
•
Negotiated favorable payment terms with suppliers,
improving cash flow management.
•
Processed invoices and journal entries with
efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased
discrepancies.

Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel
spreadsheet functions.
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Used statistical methods to analyze data and
generate useful business reports.
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Improved decision-making processes with accurate
data analysis and visualization techniques.
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Utilized data visualization tools to effectively
communicate business insights.
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Created various Excel documents to assist with
pulling metrics data and presenting information to
stakeholders for concise explanations of best
placement for needed resources.
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Provided actionable insights through comprehensive
reports and dashboards, supporting strategic
initiatives.
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Managed large-scale databases to ensure timely
access to critical information for key stakeholders.
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Implemented robust control measures to improve
analytical output reliability.
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Developed and maintained data pipelines for
seamless flow of information, ensuring timely
availability for decision-making.
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Reduced data redundancy with effective data
modeling, ensuring optimal use of storage resources.
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Conducted ad-hoc analysis to address urgent
business questions, facilitating rapid response to
market changes.
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Analyzed data to identify root causes of problems
and recommend corrective actions.
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Collaborated with stakeholders to • identify business
needs and data sources.
Developed and maintained data warehouses and
data marts to support business operations.

Played an integral role in the successful
implementation of new accounting software that
streamlined financial operations.
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Spearheaded initiatives to improve the accuracy of
financial data entry into accounting systems,
leading to more reliable reporting results.
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Reduced financial errors by conducting thorough
audits and reconciliations on a regular basis.
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Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop
financial strategies aligned with company
objectives.
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Developed custom reports for senior leadership
using advanced Excel functions to highlight financial
trends and areas of concern.
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Strengthened internal audit processes, resulting in
fewer discrepancies and improved risk management
practices.
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Complied with established internal controls and
policies.
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Collaborated with C-level executives and
stakeholders to develop long-term financial plans.

Developed high-performing teams by providing
mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for
professional growth.
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Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered
employee engagement, increased retention rates,
and boosted overall team morale.
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Improved project efficiency with strategic planning,
resource allocation, and time management
practices.
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Enhanced team collaboration • through regular
communication, goal setting, and performance
evaluations.
Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use
of resources while maintaining financial stability.
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Established a culture of continuous improvement by
fostering open communication channels and
empowering employees to voice their ideas.
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Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for
improved decision-making processes within the
organization.
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Evaluated employee performance objectively using
established metrics, leading to fair compensation
adjustments based on meritocracy principles.
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Optimized staff performance by designing
comprehensive training programs tailored to
individual needs.
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Secured key partnerships that contributed to the
company''s overall growth strategy and market
reach.
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Leveraged data analytics insights for informed
decision-making in critical areas such as sales
forecasting, budgeting, or personnel management.
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Strengthened internal controls by reviewing existing
policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with
regulatory requirements.
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Increased company revenue by streamlining
processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
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Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for
reduced costs and improved service quality.
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Strengthened financial health with rigorous cost
control measures and revenue enhancement
strategies.
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Secured lucrative partnerships to expand market
reach, negotiating favorable terms.
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Navigated company through periods of significant
change, maintaining focus on long-term strategic
goals.
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Transformed organizational culture to embrace
continuous improvement, leading by example and
mentoring teams.
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Improved team morale and productivity by
implementing comprehensive professional
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development program.
Enhanced stakeholder satisfaction with timely and
transparent communication strategies.
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Enhanced data-driven decision-making by
implementing advanced analytics and reporting
tools.
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Cultivated high-performance executive team,
selecting and mentoring candidates for key
leadership roles.
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Achieved remarkable turnaround of
underperforming divisions through strategic
leadership and restructuring.
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Trained and guided team members to maintain high
productivity and performance metrics.
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Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team
members.
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Implemented business strategies, increasing
revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
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Interacted well with customers to build connections
and nurture relationships.
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Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel,
working to establish key internal functions and
outline scope of positions for new organization.
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Observed each employee's individual strengths and
initiated mentoring program to improve areas of
weakness.
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Reported issues to higher management with great
detail.
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Reduced operational risks while organizing data to
forecast performance trends.
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Negotiated price and service with customers and
vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
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Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively
negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
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Tracked employee attendance and punctuality,
addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent
long-term habits.
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Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing
and verifying billing invoices and expense reports.
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Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account
customer traffic and employee strengths.
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Updated and resolved incidents • and managed
accessorial charges objectively while maximizing
profit.