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Simone Brown

Little Rock

Summary

Finance professional with strong background in accounting and financial management. Known for accuracy in financial reporting and ability to streamline accounting processes. Collaborative team player focused on delivering results and adapting to changing needs.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Accountant

Saks Fifth Avenue
New York, NY
11.2023 - Current

Analyzed inventory levels and provided insights for stock optimization.

  • Implemented improved tracking systems to enhance accuracy of inventory records.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support inventory management initiatives.
  • Analyzed financial data to identify trends and discrepancies.
  • Implemented process improvements that enhanced accuracy in reporting.
  • Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.

Senior Staff Accountant

Nordstrom, Seattle
Seattle
01.2023 - 10.2023
  • Prepared and presented financial reports to senior management that provided insights into the organization's financial healthEnsured that financial information was accurate by reconciling general ledger, bank accounts, and credit card accounts
  • Review sales/revenue recognition, inventory accounting, COGS, retail expenses, cash handling, financial reporting, and regulatory compliance
  • Developed and maintained an accurate and up-to-date accounting system that tracked expenses, revenues, and profits
  • Analyzed financial data to identify discrepancies and trends that could provide insight into operational performance
  • Work together with Revenue Operations to guarantee that client contracts are appropriately documented. Provide support for revenue transactions during audits.
  • Examine customer agreements and record evaluations in deal review checklists to make sure that the Nordstrom revenue recognition policy and ASC 606 are followed.
  • Contract

Staff Accountant

Aligned Data Center, Texas
Texas
02.2019 - 01.2023
  • Performed month-end closing activities, ensuring all accounts were reconciled and accurate
  • Produced monthly and annual financial reports for senior management and board of directors
  • Handled accounts payable and accounts receivable, resulting in improved cash flow and reduced overdue payment
  • Improved financial accuracy and transparency by developing and maintaining an accounting system
  • Exact Data to cross function with relevant systems to help provide financial statements such as expenses and utilities accruals.
  • Created and billed Purchase Orders and Sales Order for the Ops team to help keep a healthy financial budget with each project

Cost Accountant

Duraserv, Texas
Texas
08.2017 - 02.2019
  • Created a system of internal controls to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting procedures and regulations
  • Collaborated with colleagues to implement a new accounting system, resulting in improved accuracy and efficiency in financial reporting including but not limited to cost components, recording transactions
  • Developed and maintained accounting policies and procedures that improved the accuracy and efficiency of accounting processes
  • Help provide Purchase Orders to the Service Management team while also ensure Tax and Billing was accurate
  • Collaborated with the Service teams to process 1099 while ensuring employee commission and state tax were within an accuracy.

Education

MBA -

Alabama AAMU
AL
01.2024

BA - undefined

Talladega College
AL
01.2019

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Team Player
  • Strong Attention to Detail
  • Microsoft Office Word Expert
  • Microsoft PowerPoint Expert
  • Communication Skills
  • Oracle
  • Coupa
  • Microstrategy
  • Servicenow
  • Syspro
  • Excel
  • Google Docs
  • Netsuite
  • Teams
  • Tabelu
  • PowerBi
  • Pivot Tables
  • Vlookup
  • Orcale
  • Workday

Timeline

Senior Accountant

Saks Fifth Avenue
11.2023 - Current

Senior Staff Accountant

Nordstrom, Seattle
01.2023 - 10.2023

Staff Accountant

Aligned Data Center, Texas
02.2019 - 01.2023

Cost Accountant

Duraserv, Texas
08.2017 - 02.2019

BA - undefined

Talladega College

MBA -

Alabama AAMU
Simone Brown