Shreya Patel
Thompson's Station,Tennessee
Summary
Detail-oriented accounting manager with strong expertise in financial operations and process optimization. Manages extensive asset records and oversees year-end closing procedures, ensuring accurate financial reporting. Trains staff on compliance and best practices, promoting a culture of accuracy and efficiency. Successfully directed asset management for over 10,000 items, achieving a 25% reduction in damage claim processing time while enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounting Manager
F&A/TDOT
Nashville, USA
05.2023 - Current
- Direct end-to-end asset management operations for the department, including maintaining accurate records for over 10,000 capital and non-capital assets in accordance with state accounting standards.
- Lead the annual physical asset inventory process, coordinating with department divisions to ensure 100% asset verification and timely reporting.
- Managed processing of transfer and retirement requests for capital and non-capital assets, ensuring proper documentation, approvals, and timely updates to asset records for accurate reporting.
- Process journal entries related to asset disposals, impairments, and reclassifications; ensure accurate capitalization.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external asset-related and damage claim inquiries.
- Investigated property damage incidents involving state-owned assets; assessed liability, gathered supporting documentation, and coordinated with legal and risk management divisions to facilitate recovery.
- Managed property damage claims from initial report to resolution.
- Implemented a streamlined damage claim intake process, reducing the average claim processing time by 25% and improving responsiveness and recovery outcomes.
- Collaborate with the legal team to support subrogation efforts, including estimating damages and preparing documentation for third-party billing.
- Trained and guided accounting staff and department personnel on asset documentation procedures, claim submission protocols, and inventory best practices to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Prepare and provide documents for the Legislated Signs check to the cashier for deposit, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining facts of losses and recommended courses of action for approval by management.
- Gathered and documented evidence to support court proceedings.
Accountant 3
F&A/ TDEC
Nashville, USA
04.2021 - 05.2023
- Reviewed and processed journals for year-end accounting close, ensuring accuracy and adherence to compliance standards.
- Managed annual 1099 project and warrant cancellations, updating accounts payable policies to ensure compliance and timely processing.
- Collaborated with accounting manager to draft comprehensive reports on accrued liabilities, enhancing clarity for financial assessments.
- Provided training on accrued liabilities to internal customers, enhancing understanding of financial processes.
- Reviewed and approved daily vouchers and utility bills to ensure proper payment processing.
- Processed journal entries to correct discrepancies in accounting information efficiently.
- Conducted bi-weekly reviews of approved p-card transactions, verifying attached invoices and accurate GL codes.
- Supervised five accounting technicians, delivering performance feedback to enhance team effectiveness.
Accountant 2
F&A/TDEC
Nashville, USA
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Reviewed and created journal entries for accrued liabilities to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Managed annual 1099 project and warrant cancellations, updating accounts payable policies to enhance financial accuracy.
- Reviewed and approved expense reports and TDEC applications, ensuring compliance with established criteria.
- Processed invoices and documents, supporting management with consistent on-time delivery.
- Processed state payment card applications, ensuring adherence to state policies and procedures.
- Responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors, maintaining effective communication.
Accounting Technician
TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION
Nashville, USA
10.2018 - 08.2019
- Implemented new accounting processes to decrease spending and workflow downtime.
- Audited court bill, ensuring accuracy for payment approval.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Maintained organized file system, supporting supervisor in efficient document retrieval.
- Handled customer issues promptly and professionally, enhancing overall service experience.
Bookkeeper/QuickBooks
ASHA CORP
Murfreesboro, USA
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Provided personal bookkeeping services, maintaining organized financial records for clients.
- Debit, credit, and total accounts on computer spreadsheets and databases, using specialized accounting software.
- Performed weekly reconciliations for 3 bank accounts, ensuring accurate records and identifying inconsistencies.
- Compiled data from cashiers, verified and balanced receipts, and prepared bank deposits, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Calculated, prepared, and issued bills, invoices, account statements, and other financial statements according to established procedures.
- Processed employee payroll bi-weekly, ensuring accurate calculations and timely disbursement of wages.
- Matched order forms with invoices, ensuring accurate record-keeping and facilitating timely payments.
Computer Lab Assistant
MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY-BAS
Murfreesboro, USA
05.2017 - 05.2018
- Resolved user inquiries regarding computer software or hardware operation, enhancing user experience.
- Monitored daily performance of computer systems to ensure optimal functionality.
- Executed installation and minor repairs of hardware, software, or peripheral equipment per design specifications.
Assistant Manager
SUBWAY RESTAURANTS
Nashville, USA
06.2015 - 05.2017
- Recruited and hired new team members, retaining 95% of new hires within initial 6 months of employment.
- Managed employee schedules, balancing business needs with individual requests to optimize staff coverage.
- Resolved complaints about food quality, service, and accommodations, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated food and beverage deliveries, verifying product quality and quantity to ensure operational efficiency.
- Maintained food and equipment inventories and kept inventory records.
- Counted register drawers and prepared daily bank deposits.
Education
BBA - Accounting, Minor in Business Administration
MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY
Murfreesboro, Tennessee05-2018
Skills
- Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
- Accounting, Reconciliation & Financial Reporting
- Accounts Payable, Invoicing & Collections
- Journal Entries & Closing Procedures
- Fixed Asset & Asset Management
- Damage Claim Processing & Investigation
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Accounting Systems (Sage, POS systems)
- Process Improvement & Problem Solving
- Customer Service & Communication
- Time Management & Task Prioritization
- Detail-Oriented & Organized
- Advanced Computer Skills
Certification
- Microsoft Office Specialist Certification: Excel
- Dale Carnegie Certificate
- Level 1: Fundamental Management Skills
- Level 2: Advanced Management Skills
- Level 3: Fundamental Leadership Skills
- Level 4: Advanced Leadership Skills
Languages
- Gujarati
- Hindi, Native or Bilingual
- Gujarati, Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Accounting Manager
F&A/TDOT
05.2023 - Current
Accountant 3
F&A/ TDEC
04.2021 - 05.2023
Accountant 2
F&A/TDEC
08.2019 - 04.2021
Accounting Technician
TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION
10.2018 - 08.2019
Bookkeeper/QuickBooks
ASHA CORP
10.2017 - 10.2018
Computer Lab Assistant
MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY-BAS
05.2017 - 05.2018
Assistant Manager
SUBWAY RESTAURANTS
06.2015 - 05.2017
BBA - Accounting, Minor in Business Administration
MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY