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SHERENE MILLER

Buford,GA

Summary

A seasoned “hands on” accounting/finance professional with unparalleled success in all areas of P&L preparation, capital expenditure, budget allocation, forensic auditing, and analyzing financial information (general ledger, payroll documentation, business transactions, account payable, risk management) applying strong analytical, organizational and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability in recovering and safeguarding debt under demanding, confidential and time constraints. Regarded for accuracy, integrity, resourcefulness and a commitment to excellence in accounting.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

One Diversified
08.2023 - Current
  • Oversee and manage the month end closing process for certain key general ledger accounts, entities, and/or business units
  • Prepare analysis and reconciliations for higher-risk, complex accounting areas and ensure timely resolution of any discrepancies identified
  • Prepare journal entries for designated, complex areas, and review journal entries prepared by senior and staff accountants while ensuring proper documentation / audit trail
  • Manage and review the work of senior accountants, ensuring timely and accurate close of the general ledger
  • Ensure proper accounting for the Company’s corporate level transactions, such as corporate allocations, centralized accrual calculations, journal entries, and reconciliations
  • Coordinate with various accounting and FP&A teams to collect, review, and validate financial data from subsidiary companies
  • Ensure compliance with accounting principles, standards, and regulations (e.g., Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, International Financial Reporting Standards).

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

One Diversified
09.2021 - 08.2023
  • Responsible for assigned month-end, quarter end, and year end close procedures, including journal entries, account reconciliations and roll forward schedules, in accordance with GAAP
  • Responsible for payroll and benefits related accounting
  • Work closely with external auditors and provide support for the preparation of audited annual financial statements and PBCs
  • Assist with internal management financial statement preparation and reporting
  • Assist in monthly/quarterly balance sheet and income statement flux variance analysis for management reporting
  • Maintain and update key policies and procedures
  • Work closely with and support other business groups with ad hoc analysis and information as required.

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Express Consolidation Systems
09.2019 - 05.2021
  • Prepared monthly financial statements and monthly review of balance sheet and P&L accounts
  • Performed monthly and YTD Variance analysis – actual to budget and current vs prior months/year
  • Managed accounts receivable and accounts payable monthly processes
  • Ensured payroll company receives supporting documents for new employees
  • Monitored bank activity for multiple accounts daily, including the posting of cash receipt
  • Assisted with other financial analysis and reporting, as advised
  • Confirmed transactions are properly classified in the general ledger (payroll expenses and other journal entries).

BILLING ANALYST

Panalpina Inc.
03.2019 - 08.2019
  • Issued invoices and backup documentation, such as: HBL, Rated BL and Commercial Invoice to customers
  • Liaised with Customer Service Agents to verify profitability/loss on files as well as corrected costs entered in the system
  • Resolved disputes with customers and finance service centers in case of discrepancies
  • Reviewed customer quotation and contracts to ensure proper charges entered
  • Requested and issued credit notes from suppliers and overseas offices
  • Monitored the file closing process which included negative and positive variances per file.

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

All Star Lighting Supplies
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Prepared financial statements and assisted with month-end closing
  • Scheduled check processing to optimize cash flow resulting in increase in cash on hand
  • Matched invoices to receiving documents to verify quantity, unit price and discounts for domestic and international vendors
  • Analyzed transactions to ensure proper classification for accurate financial statements
  • Organized payables resulting in elimination of delinquent payables thus improving company credit rating
  • Managed supplier relationships with timely, clear communication resulting in fewer billing errors
  • Reconciled vendor statements, research and corrected discrepancies
  • Performed monthly bank and credit card reconciliation.

BILLING MANAGER

Professional Drivers Corp
11.2015 - 11.2016
  • Improved cash flow by reducing aging receivables from sixty days to less than forty days
  • Developed and formalized company’s first internal controls policies and processes
  • Recovered over $10,000 in overpaid wages by initiating audit of drivers’ timesheets
  • Processed payroll on a weekly basis for over forty drivers and office staff
  • Supervised billing staff to ensure accuracy and timeliness of claims
  • Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to monitor workflow to ensure department ran at a maximum efficiency.

Education

M.B.A. Risk Management -

St. Peter’s University
01.2019

M.S.A. Accountancy -

St. Peter’s University
01.2018

B.A. Finance -

Ashford University
01.2015

Skills

  • Month-End Closing
  • Intercompany Transactions
  • Journal Entries
  • Account Reconciliation
  • GAAP
  • General Ledger Accounting

Timeline

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

One Diversified
08.2023 - Current

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

One Diversified
09.2021 - 08.2023

ACCOUNTING MANAGER

Express Consolidation Systems
09.2019 - 05.2021

BILLING ANALYST

Panalpina Inc.
03.2019 - 08.2019

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

All Star Lighting Supplies
01.2017 - 01.2018

BILLING MANAGER

Professional Drivers Corp
11.2015 - 11.2016

M.B.A. Risk Management -

St. Peter’s University

M.S.A. Accountancy -

St. Peter’s University

B.A. Finance -

Ashford University

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