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Elizabeth D.

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CPA - 8 years experience in public, corporate, and nonprofit sectors

CPA with 8 years of experience in a variety of settings including public tax and audit, corporate accounting with a Fortune 500 company, and nonprofit accounting with a leading anti-poverty organization. Achievements: Led consolidation of affiliate organization in Mexico, redesigned accounting processes and outputs. Supervised/trained non-finance management in financial report/key indicator analysis Oversaw $10mil in government contracts from a variety of local, state, and federal agencies, including budget proposals, vouchering, reporting, closeout, and audit (always resulting in 0 findings). I achieve customer satisfaction by having a meticulous attention to detail, actively listening to customer needs, and continuously being solutions and improvement minded. My trusted generalist approach and variety of expertise will leave clients confident that their work is being completed in a conscientious and efficient manner.

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Assistant Controller

Heartland Alliance for Human Needs and Human Rights
Oct 2013 - Jan 2015 (1 year, 3 months)
Led consolidation of $725K (annual revenue) affiliate organization in Mexico by coordinating local staff and outside experts and redesigning internal accounting processes and outputs locally, peripherally resulting in monthly reporting and control outputs optimal for both local and parent leadership teams. Supervised and trained key non-finance personnel for consolidation of Mexico office and to resume supervision of outside accountant. Prepared and analyzed high risk balance sheet reconciliations, created user-friendly and efficient templates with written procedure, resolved discrepancies with minimal supervision resulting in no significant changes from outside audit review for fiscal year 2013-14. Prepared IRS Form 990 for consolidated operations of $90mil, including schedule F for foreign activities and schedule I for sub granting activities

Associate Director of Accounting (Senior Accountant)

Heartland Alliance for Human Needs and Human Rights
Aug 2011 - Oct 2013 (2 years, 2 months)
Oversaw fiscal management of over $10mil in government contracts from a variety of local, state, and federal agencies, including budget proposals, vouchering, reporting, closeout, and audit. Built relationships with funders to ensure effective communication regarding timely and full payments and collaborating to meet common goals. Supervised Revenue Assurance and Accounts Payable staff to facilitate needs across funders and departments. Prepared monthly close including income statement and revenue analysis. Initiated new policies and procedures to fit GAAP and OMB regulations by collaborating with staff across departments and building relationships and tools to successfully implement and maintain strong fiscal standards.

Regional Financial Analyst/Regional Accountant

Whole Foods Market
May 2008 - Nov 2010 (2 years, 6 months)
Analyzed data and created reports to effectively summarize and communicate performance to Regional Leadership Team. Developed policies and best practices for store operations during a company-wide AP transition process Reviewed direct store expense accounts for 33 stores and reported 404 variances and trends to the Director of Finance. Acted as a liaison to the marketing team, empowering them to effectively manage their accounting operations and $4 mil budget. Resulted in a smooth plan process and praise from the Regional President that the team presented their yearly plan concisely. Prepared closing balance sheet adjustments and accruals, reviewed relevant data and managed time efficiently Performed annual inventory and use tax audits at various stores, ensured compliance and consistency with regional policies

Education

Master of Science, Accountancy

DePaul University - Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business, United States 2009 - 2010
(1 year)

Bachelor of Science, Entrepreneurship; Minor Accounting

Indiana University of Pennsylvania, United States 2003 - 2006
(3 years)

Qualifications

Certified Public Accountant

IL Board of Examiners
2011
Registered Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

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