Susan Skinner
Smithfield Foods, Inc
WILSON,NC
28
years of professional experience
Results-driven Controller with extensive experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and staff management. Known for implementing cost control measures and streamlining accounting processes, driving accuracy and compliance across all financial operations.
Work History
Controller
7 Years 11 Months- Led financial reporting processes, ensuring compliance with GAAP and internal policies.
- Implemented cost control measures to enhance operational efficiency across departments.
- Managed budgeting and forecasting activities, aligning financial goals with strategic objectives.
- Oversaw audits and resolved discrepancies, maintaining integrity of financial statements.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 650 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
- Managed budgets, assets, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
Assistant Controller
2 Years 2 Months- Managed monthly financial close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Mentored junior staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Supported program managers in providing procedural training on finance and accounting.
- Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
Accounting Manager
9 Months- Oversaw monthly financial closings and ensured accuracy of general ledger entries.
- Developed and implemented streamlined accounting processes to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with organizational goals.
- Created and maintained financial databases for data entry, tracking and reporting.
- Led a team of accounting professionals in achieving department goals while fostering a positive work environment.
Industrial Engineer
3 Years 7 Months- Led process optimization initiatives, enhancing production efficiency and reducing waste.
- Conducted time study using work measurement tools to validate accuracy of labor standard time.
- Designed labor utilization standards to balance worker efficiency with employee satisfaction, increasing overall productivity and satisfaction.
Accounting Associate
13 Years 6 Months- Processed financial transactions accurately within established deadlines.
- Conducted account reconciliations to ensure data integrity and compliance.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies efficiently.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Skills
Financial statement prep
Budget preparation
General ledger management
Cost accounting
Month-end closing
Payroll processing
Staff management
Month-end close
Multitasking
Relationship management
Dependability
Detail orientation
Timeline
Controller
Smithfield Foods, Inc
09.2018 - CurrentRead More
Assistant Controller
Smithfield Foods, Inc
07.2016 - 09.2018Read More
Accounting Manager
JBS
10.2015 - 07.2016Read More
Industrial Engineer
Cargill
03.2012 - 10.2015Read More
Accounting Associate
Cargill
09.1998 - 03.2012Read More
Buena Vista Unviersity
Bachelor of Science from Accounting
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William Penn University
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration
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