Susan Diane Newby
Dublin,VA
Summary
Dynamic finance professional with extensive experience at Pulaski County Board of Supervisors, adept in all municipal financial and auditing procedures. Strong leadership skills foster team development while ensuring compliance with GAAP and GASB standards. Known for attention to detail and problem-solving abilities. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Brings positive attitude and commitment to financial excellence and with strategic learning and growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Consultant
Pulaski County Board of Supervisors
07.2024 - Current
- Balanced all County, EDA and PSA cash with the Treasurer's office and authority bank statements.
- Prepared financial statements and related financial data for bond issuance.
- Assist Finance Director with special projects, as needed.
Director of Finance
Pulaski County Board of Supervisors
10.2008 - 02.2024
- Managed a high-performing finance team, providing guidance and mentorship to foster professional growth and development.
- Developed budgets for multiple funds and agencies, including project budgets and salary projections.
- Supported board members, county administration, department heads, constitutional officers and employees with daily financial concerns.
- Prepared, reviewed, monitored and analyzed financial data and budget reports.
- Managed debt service for the County, EDA, and PSA.
- Coordinated the annual audit review and worked closely with external auditors.
- Instituted best practices in financial management processes by conducting regular reviews of procedures, policies, and systems for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Provided insightful recommendations for process improvements, contributing to increased operational efficiency across the organization.
- Successfully managed multiple, concurrent projects, including school construction, by prioritizing tasks and allocating resources efficiently.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Verified compliance of financial policies and accounting procedures against federal regulations.
- Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.
- Streamlined financial reporting processes by implementing more efficient software systems and optimizing data management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business-Accounting
Radford University
Radford, VA05-1986
Skills
- Municipal financial operations management
- Auditing process and procedures
- Monthly reconciliation processes
- Municipal bond management
- Familiar with GAAP and GASB regulations
- Analyze complex financial data
- Strong attention to detail
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Fixed asset management
- Debt management
- Accounting software implementation
Timeline
Accounting Consultant
Pulaski County Board of Supervisors
07.2024 - Current
Director of Finance
Pulaski County Board of Supervisors
10.2008 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business-Accounting
Radford University
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