Preparation and review of account reconciliations, journal entries, customized business reporting, and financial reporting. Managing and approving client payments in addition to monitoring funds.Coordinating with team to ensure timely completion of client requests.Training staff on company processes, reporting, and systems.Leading and preparing for client meetings.Ensuring compliance with tax and business filing requirements in coordination with third party vendors including completion of business filings (B&O, SALT, Property Tax, etc.).

Maintain effective communication with clients to promptly address any requests or questionsResearch governing documents & state statutes to properly administer the trust(s) Research & Acquire documentation required for Ownership ChangesAssist clients with Investment Decisions based on Account ActivityPerform annual calculations & prepare documentation required for Discretionary distributions for Cemetery/Funeral Trusts (i.e. Total Return Distributions & other state allowable unique distributions)Monitor Trust Income & Principal Portfolios to prevent overdraftsParticipate in business development meetings and lead client annual review meetingsHandle new account setup and closing account proceduresResearch & respond to federal/state tax notices and client questionsCoordinate with the Tax Manager to Organize, Track, & Complete various tax filings for all trusts

Post, authorize, and/or review daily transactions for both discretionary & non‐discretionary distributionMaintain effective communication with clients to promptly address any requests or questionsResearch governing documents & state statutes to accurately address client requestsOversee and/or prepare necessary reporting to remain in compliance with state reporting requirementsCoordinate with other departments and clients to complete tax returnsReview month end reports and quarterly reports for operational accuracyHandle new account setup and closing account proceduresAttend and participate in business development meetings and conferencesNote: Independence Trust Company merged with Argent Financial Group, Inc. in 2018.

Collaborated with audit team to conduct financial audits of private & public financial institutionsIncorporated knowledge of PCAOB & FDICIA regulations in the completion of financial auditsPerformed analytical procedures, internal control testing, and substantive testing for audits Utilized Lotus Notes’ AWP databases and the Microsoft Suite to perform duties

Supported lead auditor with internal audits of area officesPerformed daily procedures for Central Purchasing Assisted in the creation of training materials for & training of Central Purchasing clerkAssisted with month-end closing activities Prepared state tax forms, cash reconciliations & financial comparison reportsUtilized Oracle’s AS400 and Microsoft’s Excel to perform duties

Collaborate with audit team to conduct financial audits of private & public financial institutionsUse knowledge of PCAOB & FDICIA regulations in the completion of financial auditsPerform analytical procedures, internal control testing, and substantive testing for audits Utilize Lotus Notes’ AWP databases and the Microsoft Suite to perform duties

Assisted with internal audits of company policies and proceduresPerformed daily activities required for central purchasing Aided with month-end closing activities

Tutored students in math courses

Assisted with Central Purchasing, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts PayableSupported lead auditor with internal audits of area officesAided with month-end closing activities

Supervised Learning CenterPrepared and presented review workshop for math placement testing Brainstormed and assisted with creation of marketing materialsTutored students in math courses