Whitney Nicole Hanson
Flowery Branch,GA
Summary
Well-rounded Accounting and Finance Professional with hands-on expertise in revenue recognition, inventory and cost accounting, financial reporting, and month-end close processes in multi-entity, fast-paced environments. Skilled in ERP systems and financial analysis with a strong foundation in auditing, budgeting, financial controls, and tax. Known for being a resourceful problem-solver and effective communicator, with proven leadership skills and a track record of building and supporting high-performing teams.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Financial Analyst
Natus Medical Inc. (Sensory Division)
10.2024 - 07.2025
- Supported monthly close, revenue reporting, and tracking of sales-to-cash activity to ensure timely and accurate revenue recognition.
- Maintained and published the global monthly discount report used for commission calculations and regional sales insights.
- Prepared updated global sales reporting packages, collaborated with FP&A and operations teams to align financial results with targets.
- Processed marketing reclasses, non-GAAP P&L adjustments, and reviewed sales and expense data by region.
- Assisted with AOP planning cycles and supported compliance-related reporting tasks.
- Analyzed financial data to support strategic decision-making processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to assess operational efficiency.
- Conducted variance analysis to identify discrepancies in budget versus actuals.
- Utilized ERP systems for tracking budgets and expenditures effectively.
- Analyzed financial data to support decision-making processes in sensory product development.
Cost Accountant
Fox Factory
08.2022 - 10.2024
- Led cost accounting activities for 7 business units, including full-cycle inventory accounting and WIP analysis.
- Managed inventory reconciliations, freight accruals, PPV/IPV analysis, and scrap tracking in Oracle.
- Worked with the warehouse and receiving teams to make sure inventory arrivals matched purchase orders and were recorded correctly.
- Made cost reclasses when needed to keep accounts accurate and help close the books on time.
- Supported monthly P&L variance reviews and helped resolve discrepancies tied to inventory and COGS.
- Worked with procurement and Oracle data to verify product cost details and supported faster, more accurate reconciliations.
- Helped improve inventory and cost of goods sold reporting by identifying issues and recommending adjustments.
- Trained junior accountants on accounting software and best practices in cost analysis.
Cost Accountant
Quikrete
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Supported 13 plants with work order changes and BOM cost updates.
- Analyzed product changes and their financial impact; maintained cost tracking using Power BI.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and supported external audit processes.
Staff Auditor
Forrestall, CPA
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Evaluated internal control compliance, reviewed financial reports, and reconciled assets and liabilities.
- Assisted in audits in accordance with GAAP and SOX standards.
- Utilized accounting software to streamline audit processes and documentation workflows.
- Developed training materials for new hires regarding company policies and procedures.
Tax Intern
Franklin Eaton, CPA
01.2021 - 05.2021
- Assisted with tax workpaper prep and research for U.S. Federal and state returns.
- Analyzed client documentation to support filings and identify relevant tax issues.
- Organized and maintained client financial documents and records.
- Communicated with clients regarding documentation requirements and deadlines.
Accounting Assistant
Logo-Included
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Processed AP/AR verified tax IDs and credit lines, and supported collections efforts.
- Created Excel-based reports and reconciliations to support corporate office reporting.
- Processed invoices and expense reports using accounting software systems.
- Organized and filed all financial documents for easy retrieval.
- Assisted with accounts receivable activities such as invoicing, collections, and deposits.
Education
Master of Accountancy (M.Acc) - Accounting
University of North Georgia
Gainesville, GA05-2021
B.B.A. - Business Administration
University of North Georgia
Gainesville, GA05-2020
Skills
- Oracle
- JD Edwards
- Hyperion
- Blackline
- Power BI
- MS Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP)
- Project Management
- QuickBooks
- Rent Manager
- Financial analysis
- Cost accounting
- Process improvement
Certification
- Project Management Certificate
- Nu Gamma Chapter of Beta Alpha Psi
- Phi Kappa Phi
- Georgia Society of CPAs
- President, ACFE Club
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkWork Location
RemoteTimeline
Financial Analyst
Natus Medical Inc. (Sensory Division)
10.2024 - 07.2025
Cost Accountant
Fox Factory
08.2022 - 10.2024
Cost Accountant
Quikrete
10.2021 - 08.2022
Staff Auditor
Forrestall, CPA
05.2021 - 10.2021
Tax Intern
Franklin Eaton, CPA
01.2021 - 05.2021
Accounting Assistant
Logo-Included
10.2018 - 12.2019
Master of Accountancy (M.Acc) - Accounting
University of North Georgia
B.B.A. - Business Administration
University of North Georgia
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