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Manage audit process by developing annual audits, ensuring accuracy and acquiring responsibility of accounting and managing multiple sections of financial statements to prepare reports in a timely and accurate manner for external users•Deliver treasury and controller business strategies by maintaining relationships with internal and external key stakeholders and utilizing financial acumen and knowledge of market competition and best practices to drive the adoption of innovative tools and effective product development for the achievement of profitability objectives•Manage the financial close processes by publishing timetables for preparation of financial close reconciliation binder and review accounting reconciliations and literature to ensure all documents have been reviewed and approved in an accurate and timely manner•Ensure all journal entries are posted in accordance with established deadlines; ensure journal entries and reconciliations are accurately and timely prepared and reviewed•Proactively identify and resolve issues in a timely manner•Lead and participate in financial change initiatives to ensure financial results remain accurate and complete at all times for the use of the business and other contributors•Optimize department performance by monitoring and analyzing insurance operations processes, conducting gap analysis, evaluating performance trends and recommending improvement strategies to translate feedback into actionable plans for enhancing service strategy•Manage budgeted resources by anticipating expenditures, accurately forecasting resource needs/costs and properly accounting for expenses to meet requirements and achieve fiscal responsibility

Prepare complex journal entries and maintain documentation on unique transactionsReview and approve journal entries, bank reconciliations and additional financial reports.Research and provide guidance on unique accounting practices.Lead projects and act as subject matter expert as a member of the accounting team.Support the completion of financial exams by assisting with auditor requests and testing as well as with the compilation of the various quarterly audit files.Continue to be a role model and mentor for team members and co-workers in various areas of Accounting/Finance.Collaborate with and mentor offshore accounting staff in Manila, Philippines

Completed designated financial reports and accounting procedures timely and accurately.Supported team member development by reviewing and analyzing complex accounting issues, and providing guidance on processes and procedures.Drove continuous improvement by identifying, developing and implementing process and system solutions to work smarter.Supported internal and external audit requests.Built relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Balanced and provided accounting and financial reporting support for a specific business segment.Built and implemented a new business flow as well as applicable journal entries and balancing procedures.Took initiative in personal development and in gaining additional knowledge of accounting practices and principles.Provided management with accurate and timely business information to help ensure reporting is in compliance with company's requirements.Performed self-analysis and obtained explanations that ensure work product complies with corporate performance measures.

Daily use of PeopleSoft Financials for entry, inquiry and reporting.Responsible for using Peoplesoft Reporting tools to balance accounts.Reconcile Customer Accounts.Consulted with customers to resolve complaints and verify financial and credit transactions and adjust accounts as needed.

Bachelor, Business Administration

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