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Jessica Claire
  • , , 609 Johnson Ave., 49204, Tulsa, OK 100 Montgomery St. 10th Floor
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Summary

Versatile finance and accounting professional with 15 years of experience and proficiencies in financial reporting and analysis. Well-versed in updating and standardizing controls and streamlining procedures to increase productivity and reduce errors. Superior account management and reconciliation skills leading to achievement of desired results.

Skills
  • Monthly and Annual Journal Entries
  • Problem-Solving
  • Accounting Procedures Validation
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Accounting Policy and Control
  • GAAP Accounting Practices
  • Financial Reporting
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Decision Making
  • Accounting Records Analysis
  • Financial Statements Review
  • Information Systems Examination
  • Document Recordkeeping
  • Report Preparation
  • Relationship Building
  • Financial Projections
  • Accounting Software Systems
  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Customer Service
  • Process Improvement
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Financial Statement Review
  • Revenue Forecasting
  • Cost Reduction
  • Mathematical Calculation and Reasoning
  • Process Improvements
Experience
Accountant , 10/2013 - Current
Banner Health Tucson, AZ,
  • Examined budgetary and proprietary financial statements to review appropriations financial performance.
  • Prepared monthly and year-end closing financial statements
  • Examined budget estimates for completeness, accuracy and conformance with procedures and regulations.
  • Summarized and interpreted current and projected Us Marine Corps Appropriation financial position for other managers.
  • Conducted statistical analyses to determine trends and significant changes and wrote narrative reports explaining findings.
  • Monitored budgetary and proprietary financial statements to evaluate financial performance.
  • Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with digital accounting files.
  • Analyzed monthly Appropriation budgeting and accounting reports to maintain obligations and expenditure controls.
  • Interacted with internal and external auditors to help complete audits and resolve issues.
  • Conducted financial analysis and research to advise Military management on forecasting decisions.
  • Summarized and interpreted current and projected appropriation financial position for other managers.
  • Interacted with internal and external auditors to help complete audits and resolve issues.
  • Led the effort of Internal controls testing of processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
  • Created, reviewed, and updated Standard Operating Procedure manuals, ensuring latest processes were captured.
  • Collaborated with peers to meet strategic objectives.
  • Participated in and contributed to meetings by sharing concerns and ideas for improvements.
  • Created, reviewed, and updated Journal Voucher Guidance White Papers, ensuring current laws, regulations and guidance are followed.
Accountant - Leader in Motion Development, 03/2010 - 10/2013
Department Of Defense Finance And Accounting Service City, STATE,
  • Accepted into and successfully completed the Agency's highly competitive Leadership Development Program (Leaders in Motion)
  • Completed several six month rotations in various departments throughout the agency to gain a broad understanding of the financial operation
  • Observed confidentiality rules in job duties to improve overall data integrity and meet regulations.
  • Maintained current understanding of federal accounting procedures to prevent legal or compliance issues.
  • Supported Agency initiative projects by coordinating files, preparing deliverables and updating tracking spreadsheets.
  • Demonstrated critical and strategic thinking developed from working on different tasks and projects.
  • Provided assistance to lead accountant and learned steps involved for month-end and Year-end closing.
  • Assisted with smooth preparation of monthly journal entries and accounts reconciliation.
  • Assisted with end-of-year accounting and internal audit processing.
Accountant/Associate Business Manager, 08/2007 - 02/2010
Washington Group International City, STATE,
  • Compiled timely business reports, prepared presentations and updated and maintained electronic records with absolute accuracy.
  • Worked closely with customers, internal teams, vendors and suppliers to deliver on high-profile, complex projects.
  • Collaborated and built trust within organization and with customers, meeting or exceeding expectations.
  • Improved tools to enable better tracking and business analysis.
  • Compiled and reviewed financial results and project plans to communicate to Vice President of Finance.
  • Analyzed financial data to determine efficient use of resources.
  • Reported on project financial performance metrics to evaluate ROI, Day's Sales outstanding, and Return on Capital Employed per project.
  • Used variety of financial software packages to produce finance and accounting reports.
Education and Training
MBA: Accounting , Expected in 05/2009
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Indiana Wesleyan University - Marion, IN
GPA:
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  • Cum laude graduate
BBA: Finance, Expected in 12/2005
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Kent State University - Kent, OH
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Certifications
  • Lean Six Sigma GreenBelt Certification, Defense Finance & Accounting Services - 2012
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Indiana Wesleyan University
  • Kent State University

Job Titles Held:

  • Accountant
  • Accountant - Leader in Motion Development
  • Accountant/Associate Business Manager

Degrees

  • MBA
  • BBA

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