Shelly Brunn
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Proficient and results-oriented accounting professional offering over 20 years of experience in financial operations. Quick and eager learner with acute attention to detail and consistent track record of identifying process improvements to drive quality, accuracy and efficiency.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Manager
National Pump Company
Phoenix, AZ
02.2014 - 11.2023
- Accounting team lead for SyteLine system upgrade for Gorman-Rupp and subsidiaries.
- Served as accounting representative for ERP system implementation to SyteLine from SysPro for seven sites.
- Collaborated with different departments for training, research and answered questions.
- Leveraged QlikSense / QlikView skills to write reports not available in SyteLine including gross margin, sales person commissions.
- Developed and implemented effective accounting procedures and training on new accounting system.
- Researched complex accounting issues and provided solutions to Controller and Internal Audit.
- Created and updated financial reports on frequent basis to present information to leadership teams.
- Identified areas of improvement in the existing accounting system and recommended changes accordingly.
- Coordinated external audits by providing required documents on time.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Handled accounting operations such as updating journal entries, pursuing collections and reconciling accounts.
Accounting Manager
Ledgent Finance & Accounting
Phoenix, AZ
01.2014 - 02.2014
- Worked as Temporary to Hire for National Pump Company.
Director of Finance / Business
Penn Bullwhackers Inc.
Black Hawk, CO
01.2009 - 02.2012
- Devised and delivered comprehensive training to new and existing staff members, improving staff performance, accountability, flexibility, morale, and retention, facilitating succession planning
- Provided direction and training to the management team in all areas of budget planning and administration, monthly financial analysis
- Provided extensive analysis with recommendations on casino expenses
- Provided swift and effective resolutions to complex investigations and discrepancies, utilized proven problem solving skills and analytical abilities that supported colleagues and staff members
- Proactively served the executive management function seeking organizational improvements by assessing deficiencies, recommending solutions, and implementing appropriate controls
- Demonstrated strong time management skills to perform a broad range of duties including data management, reporting, variance analysis, asset management and payment scheduling
- Skillfully guided staff members in the monthly bank reconciliation process for general ledger accounts, and applied exemplary critical thinking abilities to reconcile accounts according to financial regulations
- Provided leadership and direction to staff members in the execution of daily roles and responsibilities, fostering a team-based environment where staff worked cooperatively to achieve common goals
- Recognized by management for exceptional levels of performance, working closely with corporate officials to spearhead revitalization efforts within the casino
- Collaborated closely with the management team to invigorate and restructure the accounting department and implement highly effective procedures in accordance with ICMPs
- Played a key role in the functions and responsibilities of closing the Bullpen Casino November 2010.
Director of Finance / Business & Finance Consultant
Golden Mardi Gras, Inc.
Black Hawk, CO
06.2005 - 10.2008
- Developed and implemented highly effective internal financial controls that consistently maintained the highest standards of accuracy and compliance in all areas of the casino operation
- Functioned as a strategic business partner and consultant to management in the implementation of accounting systems and financial reporting processes that optimized casino performance
- Served as the primary liaison to the Colorado Division of Gaming and external auditors to provide information and access to company financial data and confidential records
- Created and implemented accounting, A/P, A/R, collections and reporting systems that met diverse casino requirements, ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and compliance in all transactions
- Responsible for a broad range of priorities including management of bank reconciliation, daily cash management, financial statement preparation and cash flow projections
- Proactively served the executive management function seeking organizational improvements by assessing deficiencies, recommending solutions, and implementing appropriate controls
- Provided leadership and direction to staff members in the execution of daily roles and responsibilities, fostering a team-based environment where staff worked cooperatively to achieve common goals
- Devised and delivered comprehensive training to new and existing staff members, improving staff performance, accountability, flexibility, morale, and retention, facilitating succession planning
- Earned senior management recognition for an exemplary work ethic, demonstrated commitment to company success, and a proven record of success and achievement
- Coordinated the implementation of the Oasis slot accounting system at each of the three casinos and executed the required testing in accordance with the Colorado Division of Gaming regulations
- Successfully secured permanent approval for reliance on the Oasis slot accounting system from the Colorado Division of Gaming.
Interim General Manager / Director of Finance / Director of Operations / Controller
Colorado Grande Casino
Cripple Creek, CO
05.1999 - 06.2005
- Directly contributed to company performance by offering expertise, reliability, and continuity in all areas of the accounting, finance, and operations management functions
- Seamlessly handled a complex daily workload with responsibility for directing operations within the slots, F&B, security, surveillance, HR, cage and drop, and marketing departments among others
- Managed financial, P&L, revenue and cash flow reporting, quarterly state and federal income tax and sales and use tax submissions, payroll and benefits, workers comp, budgeting, cash flow projections
- Performed due diligence for the casino sale on three separate occasions, resolving complex problems in a timely and effective manner, supporting organizational objectives
- Performed the full spectrum of HR functions including hiring and recruitment, staff training and development, performance evaluation, administration of the disciplinary procedures and terminations.
Senior Accountant
Harvey’s Wagon Wheel
Central City, CO
11.1994 - 05.1999
- Managed a comprehensive daily workload with responsibility for month end closing, financial statement preparation, collections, A/R, A/P, balance sheet reconciliation, and inventory control.
Education
Certificate in Gaming Management - Gaming Management and Analysis
UNR
Reno, NV07.2004
B.S. Business Administration - Public Accounting
Colorado State University
05.1994
Skills
- Closing Procedures
- Inventory Auditing
- Financial Statement Preparation
- Journal Entries
- Audits
- Process Management
- Meticulous Attention to Detail
- Process Improvement
- System Development
- Account Reconciliation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accounting Manager
National Pump Company
02.2014 - 11.2023
Accounting Manager
Ledgent Finance & Accounting
01.2014 - 02.2014
Director of Finance / Business
Penn Bullwhackers Inc.
01.2009 - 02.2012
Director of Finance / Business & Finance Consultant
Golden Mardi Gras, Inc.
06.2005 - 10.2008
Interim General Manager / Director of Finance / Director of Operations / Controller
Colorado Grande Casino
05.1999 - 06.2005
Senior Accountant
Harvey’s Wagon Wheel
11.1994 - 05.1999
Certificate in Gaming Management - Gaming Management and Analysis
UNR
B.S. Business Administration - Public Accounting
Colorado State University
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