Tammy Farewell
Labadie,FL
Summary
Accomplished Controller with a proven track record at Lipman Family Farms, enhancing financial decision-making and compliance through expert management of audits, financial reporting, and internal controls. Skilled in ERP systems and fostering team growth, I've led initiatives that significantly improved efficiency and strategic planning. My approach blends rigorous accounting management with mentorship to elevate team performance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Controller
Lipman Family Farms
08.2006 - Current
- Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
- Reviewed documents and data to give accurate presentations and forecasts to upper management.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by managing the timely preparation and filing of all required returns.
- Provided insightful financial analysis to support executive team in making informed business decisions.
- Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
- Led cross-functional teams in the implementation of new accounting software, improving overall efficiency within the finance department.
- Collaborated with other functional areas to develop integrated solutions for complex business challenges related to finance operations.
- Introduced internal controls to monitor critical areas of financial control and devised corrective actions to address risks or deficiencies.
Senior Accountant
Moffitt Cancer Center
04.2004 - 08.2006
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Provided timely and accurate financial reporting to senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on reliable data.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Analyzed cost activity to establish Indirect Cost Rate for research grants.
- Assisted Research Finance Director with annual budget process.
Senior Auditor
KPMG
01.2002 - 04.2004
- Mentored junior auditors, contributing to their professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Managed multiple concurrent audits, effectively prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
- Created a more collaborative work environment by fostering open communication channels between auditors, management, and other stakeholders.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and enabling open communication during the audit process.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Education
Master of Accountancy - Accounting Information Systems
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL12.2001
Skills
- Accounting management
- Fixed Asset Management
- General Ledger Management
- Internal control management
- Audit Coordination
- Intercompany Transactions
- Financial statements expertise
- ERP Systems Expertise
Certification
- CPA - Certified Public Accountant
Timeline
Controller
Lipman Family Farms
08.2006 - Current
Senior Accountant
Moffitt Cancer Center
04.2004 - 08.2006
Senior Auditor
KPMG
01.2002 - 04.2004
Master of Accountancy - Accounting Information Systems
University of South Florida
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