Tamela Davis
Corinth,TX
Summary
Results-driven Finance Professional with over [Number] years of experience in financial management and compliance. Proven expertise in budgeting, financial reporting, and regulatory adherence, with a strong track record of optimizing financial performance. Skilled in strategic planning, risk management, and team collaboration, leveraging analytical abilities to drive organizational success.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Controller
DX Media Direct, LLC
05.2008 - Current
- Ensured regulatory compliance by leading financial reporting processes effectively.
- Enhanced budgeting accuracy and efficiency through streamlined procedures and practices.
- Implemented internal controls to mitigate risks and protect company assets successfully.
- Optimized liquidity by managing cash flow analysis and funding strategies efficiently.
- Fostered professional development by mentoring finance team members and enhancing skills.
- Improved data accessibility across departments by implementing advanced financial systems.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 20+ employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable operations for advertising agency business with over $500k in monthly expenses.
Accountant
Owen Lyon & Associates, P.C.
06.2005 - 05.2008
- Achieved accurate monthly financial statements by supervising accounting and payroll functions.
- Ensured timely bank reconciliations and recorded necessary journal entries for various companies.
- Processed payroll and prepared quarterly and annual payroll reports for multiple organizations.
- Prepared comprehensive tax returns for individuals, corporations, and not-for-profit entities.
- Reviewed federal and state tax returns, ensuring compliance and accuracy for clients.
CFO
CAPE Consultants, LLC
07.2004 - 06.2005
- Achieved accurate monthly financial reporting by performing all accounting and payroll functions.
- Supervised monthly financial statements preparation, ensuring accuracy in bank and credit card reconciliations.
- Executed necessary journal entries for accounts payable and accounts receivable, maintaining precise financial records.
- Processed payroll efficiently, including all quarterly and annual payroll reports for compliance purposes.
- Prepared and submitted annual federal and state business tax returns, ensuring adherence to regulations.
- Managed all payroll-related tax returns, guaranteeing timely submission and accuracy in reporting.
- Collaborated with external auditors to facilitate the annual audit process, ensuring transparency in financial operations.
Senior Accountant
R.C. Neal, P.C.
01.1995 - 07.2004
- Streamlined payroll processes, ensuring accurate monthly financial statements and reconciliations.
- Oversaw accounting functions as Senior Accountant for eight years, enhancing efficiency.
- Led audits for diverse sectors, including credit unions and non-profit organizations.
- Prepared tax returns for individuals and businesses, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, optimizing cash flow for multiple companies.
- Managed approximately 30+ incoming calls and emails daily from clients.
- Managed financial reporting processes to ensure compliance with GAAP standards.
- Developed and implemented internal controls to mitigate financial risks.
- Mentored junior accountants, enhancing team performance and knowledge sharing.
- Coordinated audits with external auditors, ensuring transparency and accuracy of financial statements.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Provided timely and accurate financial reporting to senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on reliable data.
- Maintained accurate depreciation schedules for fixed assets, coordinating with asset managers for timely recording of acquisitions or disposals.
- Managed quarterly and annual tax filings for the company, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with regulations.
- Optimized month-end closing procedures by streamlining workflow processes, reducing time taken from 10 days to 5 days without compromising accuracy or detail level achieved.
- Assisted team members in transitioning to new system through extensive training and one-on-one support.
- Reduced month-end closing time, meticulously organizing and reviewing ledger entries for consistency.
Staff Accountant
Maxine Myers, C.P.A.
01.1992 - 10.1994
- Ensured accurate financial reporting through comprehensive monthly statements and reconciliations.
- Managed payroll processing and compliance for multiple organizations, including quarterly and annual reports.
- Prepared detailed tax returns for individuals, corporations, and nonprofit entities.
- Reviewed federal, state, and local tax returns, ensuring compliance for diverse clients.
- Analyzed financial data to identify liabilities and ensure adherence to tax regulations.
Education
BBA - Accounting
Northeastern State University
Oklahoma01.1994
Skills
- Proficient in accounting software: QuickBooks Online and QuickBooks desktop versions, Creative Solutions Accounting and Depreciation, Vista, GoSystem Audit, Unilink and various other proprietary software systems
- Skilled in utilizing ProSystem FX and Alpine Data for tax preparation
- Experienced in MS Office applications, Tvalue Amortization and other related software applications to assist in daily operations
- QuickBooks Pro Advisor-certification in progress
SALARY REQUIREMENTS
Desired salary is $120,000+
Timeline
Financial Controller
DX Media Direct, LLC
05.2008 - Current
Accountant
Owen Lyon & Associates, P.C.
06.2005 - 05.2008
CFO
CAPE Consultants, LLC
07.2004 - 06.2005
Senior Accountant
R.C. Neal, P.C.
01.1995 - 07.2004
Staff Accountant
Maxine Myers, C.P.A.
01.1992 - 10.1994
BBA - Accounting
Northeastern State University