Serina Towey
Little Rock
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth; as well as fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Financial Accountant
Good Seven Management
Little Rock, AR
08.2024 - Current
- Contributed to transition from manual lease tracking to the successful implementation of a new lease management system, leading to improved data accuracy and streamlined reporting capabilities.
- Coordinated with other senior staff to implement bank reconciliation procedures in collaboration with Share Services team
- Prepared monthly expense variance analyses and financial statements for management review, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Coordinated cross-departmental collaboration to streamline financial reporting processes and improve communication of results.
- Reduced errors in financial statements by thoroughly reviewing and reconciling general ledger accounts on a monthly basis.
- Established automated reporting of fuel costs to other departments to assist in usage and expense tracking.
Accounting Clerk
Good Seven Management
Little Rock, AR
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Developed lease agreement tracking document in collaboration with Accounting staff
- Transferred fixed asset data for all retail stores into new ERP system
- Verified accuracy of trial balance data upload into new ERP system
Financial Project Analyst
Washington University in St. Louis
St. Louis, MO
11.2022 - 08.2024
- Perform monthly variance analysis on all campus sales – comparing budget to actuals, year over year comparisons, and ongoing sales trends
- Create and maintain financial dashboards using complex data sets and formulas to deliver accurate and timely reporting on current and previous sales results, communicate trends, and improve current fiscal year projections
- Manage transition, related to Dining Services, related to RFP for new transactional system and its integration and implementation from a finance perspective
- Subject-matter-expert on transactional system transition
- Create and maintain SOP manuals related to role
Financial Accountant
Washington University
St Louis, MO
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Support annual budget planning process and recurring projections process
- Create and deliver monthly financial reports to provide insight to management on sales results and other data as requested
- Maintain year over year records and communicate result and ongoing trends for 3 departments
- Assist with fiscal-year end, prepare schedules and compile reports as needed. Develop and maintain standing and ad hoc reporting
- Assist in projects such as analysis, data conversion or other work supporting implementation of the new ERP
Senior Account Manager - Cannabis Banking Program
Pacific Valley Bank
Salinas, CA
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Sole manager of all accounts for 30+ cannabis business relationships from inquiry phase through account opening & ongoing maintenance
- Expanded client base by consistently building and maintaining strong relationships with key decisionmakers.
- Created and implemented Account Manager role procedures used for day-to-day operations, audits, and staff training
- Experience and training in team management
- Prepares progress reports and projections for management as requested
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet diverse client needs effectively.
- Nominated for Employee of the Quarter 6 consecutive quarters, awarded Q2 2020
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Franklin University
Columbus, OH05-2022
Associate of Applied Business - Accounting
Eastern Gateway Community College
05-2022
Skills
- Strong ability to meet dynamic department deadlines
- Clear communication
- Strong analytical skills
- SOP creation & management
- Self-starter
- Reliability
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
QuickBooks Online certified
Timeline
Senior Financial Accountant
Good Seven Management
08.2024 - Current
Accounting Clerk
Good Seven Management
04.2024 - 08.2024
Financial Project Analyst
Washington University in St. Louis
11.2022 - 08.2024
Financial Accountant
Washington University
09.2021 - 11.2022
Senior Account Manager - Cannabis Banking Program
Pacific Valley Bank
09.2019 - 07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Franklin University
Associate of Applied Business - Accounting
Eastern Gateway Community College