Whitney Griffin
Marquette,MI
Summary
Detail-oriented accounting professional with over five years of experience in governmental and private-sector finance, specializing in general ledger management, account reconciliation, journal entries, accounts payable, and financial reporting. Proven expertise in supporting audits, preparing budgets, and maintaining precise financial records to ensure compliance and accuracy. Established a strong foundation in governmental accounting practices as Deputy Treasurer for the City of Marquette. Skilled in vendor management, payment processing, invoice review, and fostering cross-department collaboration to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Treasurer
City of Marquette
10.2021 - Current
- Preparation and balancing of the tax roll with assessing, any adjustments to property tax bills, distribution of tax collections to various entities and utilize excel for tax captures and tracking of TIF/Brownfield's.
- Provide full backup support for accounts payable, ensuring seamless financial transactions, reporting, budgets, and record-keeping while following policies and procedures.
- Oversee all cash receipts, posting of payments to the general ledger and prepared financial journal entries.
- Perform account reconciliations, including cash receipting tax collections, and various governmental funds and grants.
- Assist with budget development, financial analysis , and preparation of audit materials.
Customer Account Clerk
City Of Marquette
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Processed high-volume payments (cash, check, ACH, EFT and credit card) with precise posting to accounts.
- Provided excellent customer service to customers with inquiries related to property taxes, utility payments, all accounts receivable, any City related questions and resolved any issues in a timely matter.
- Researched and corrected discrepancies in accounts, ensuring accurate financial records.
- Created procedural documentation to streamline financial workflows for the department.
Finance and Human Resource Manager
Getz's Clothiers
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Demonstrated expertise in comprehensive accounting and finance management encompassing areas like accounts payable/receivable oversight, general ledger entries, bank reconciliation, while maintaining accurate cash flow reporting.
- Maintained relationship with several vendors and assisted in inventory management and cost-tracking processes.
- Assisted with HR functions including onboarding, payroll processing, benefits administration and employee training.
- Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
Bank Teller
Flagstar Bank
09.2019 - 01.2020
- Successfully managed a wide range of financial transactions while ensuring accuracy and adherence to internal policies.
- Identified and resolved discrepancies in daily transactions, maintaining accounts, and ATM and vault balancing.
- Delivered quality customer service, assisting clients with inquiries about account services and banking tools while exceeding expectations in referring customers to bankers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance and Risk Management
Northern Michigan University
Marquette, MI12.2019
Skills
- General Ledger Accounting & Account Reconciliation
- Journal Entry Preparation
- Governmental Accounting Knowledge
- Financial Software systems including QuickBooks and Governmental Accounting Applications
- Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint, Access)
- Proficient in verbal and written communication
- Collaborative teamwork across departments
- Strong Analytical Skills & Attention to Detail
- Accounts payable / invoice coding
Certification
- Michigan Certified Professional Treasurer - Expected April 2026
Timeline
Deputy Treasurer
City of Marquette
10.2021 - Current
Customer Account Clerk
City Of Marquette
12.2020 - 10.2021
Finance and Human Resource Manager
Getz's Clothiers
01.2020 - 08.2020
Bank Teller
Flagstar Bank
09.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - Finance and Risk Management
Northern Michigan University