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Lafayette, Indiana, United States

Streamline third-party vendors for Ledger, Accounts Receivable, and Accounts Payable, recommending process improvements and implementing policy changes. Generated weekly cash position reports, processed invoices, checks, and wire transfers, and developed a monthly balance sheet reconciliation process for timely closings. Provided year-end financial support, filed sales tax in over 30 states, and automated the accounts payable process with Ramp to streamline operations.

Otterbein/Lafayette

Backed monthly business reporting and integrated the forecasting process to communicate key financial performance drivers and streamline resource utilization effectively. Ensured compliance with GAAP standards to fulfill all financial reporting requirements. Reviewed biweekly accounting schedules and reconciled balances to guarantee accurate month-end closures.

Lafayette, Indiana Area

Responsible for completion of monthly accounting close for assigned portfolio of properties. Responsible for timely completion and oversight of monthly variance analysis and initial compilation of monthly financial reporting packages. Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable for assigned portfolio. Conducted periodic internal auditing of site accounting. Prepare weekly analytic dashboards for assigned properties. Work effectively with other accounting departments and participate in monthly financial review meetings with senior and executive management. Performed bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations.

Led the transition from QuickBooks to Yardi Voyager, overseeing the setup and reconciliation of G/L and sub ledgers, monthly closing processes, and financial statement reviews. Provided personalized service to high-level clients, addressing financial concerns, resolving client issues, and improving the hiring, training, and supervision of a team of nine account managers.

Bachelor'S Degree, Accounting

Bachelor'S Degree, Information Technology