L. SHANTEL ALLEN, MBA

**** **** ******

Kenosha, Wisconsin 53140

262-***-****

abn3my@r.postjobfree.com

PROFILE

Accounting Professional with a proven record of identifying and assessing

business opportunities and delivering high value solutions. An energetic

and enthusiastic leader with a reputation for developing strong partner

relationships and interfacing with every level of organizations. Strong

ability to quickly learn and adapt in a changing environment to enhance

productivity and facilitate results. Experience includes the gaming,

manufacturing, communications, and hospitality industries. Demonstrated

accomplishments in:

Sarbanes Oxley/Financial MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

Reporting

Budgeting Forecasting/Analysis

General Ledger Fixed Assets

Month End Close Cash Management

Oracle / Edgenet (Business Accounts Receivable/Payable

Objects)

EDUCATION, CREDENTIALS AND AFFILIATIONS

CPA - Certified Public Accountant candidate, 2013

MBA, University of Wisconsin-Parkside, Kenosha, Wisconsin, 2007

BS, Business Mgmt., ACCOUNTING, University of Wisconsin-Parkside, Kenosha,

Wisconsin, 2000

Member, Wisconsin Institute of Certified Public Accountants

Volunteer, Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

WMS INDUSTRIES, INC., Waukegan, Illinois 2007 - 2011

Global designer, manufacturer, and distributor of gaming machines, and

video lottery terminals (VLTs) for customers in gaming jurisdictions

worldwide.

Financial Analyst / Senior Accountant (Domestic and Int'l)

Performed SEC reporting, account reconciliation, general ledger, financial

statement analysis, report generation and month end closings.

. Created spreadsheet to analyze revenue absorption and communicate any

anomalies to necessary parties for correction, resulting in accuracy

of financial statements and $1.9M gain in revenue.

. Analyzed and maintained fixed assets by monitoring salvage value,

useful life and actual whereabouts of assets resulting in $500K gain

on balance sheet.

. Communicated revenue through Key Performance Indicators of 10Q and 10K

reports distributed to the SEC and necessary parties.

. Collaborated with internal customers to generate key reports through

new software reducing risk of human error, accomplishing an efficient

and accurate report.

. Evaluated and reported international financial statements to coincide

with GAAP principles and the collaboration of the consolidation

reporting.

. Worked closely with external auditors for preparation and questions

about our business.

SNAP-ON, INC., Kenosha, Wisconsin 2005 - 2007

Global developer, manufacturer and marketer of tool, diagnostic and

equipment solutions for professional tool users with annual sales of $2.3B.

Accountant

Performed account reconciliation, general ledger, financial statement

analysis, collections, report generation and month end closings.

. Created spreadsheet to monitor collection processes, developing

methods prioritizing accounts and increasing revenue from receivables

$75K.

. Communicated with key clients to monitor inventory and track purchase

orders, enhancing customer relations and reducing aging account

balances $300K in 6 months.

. Reviewed financial reports to analyze accounts with past due invoices,

implementing reconciliation processes reducing outstanding invoices

75%.

. Participated on team to automate commission reporting methods,

developing processes improving accuracy, streamlined operations and

met payment deadlines.

NEXT MEDIA, Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin 2004-2005

National media company specializing in radio and advertising.

Accounting Manager

Held responsibility for administrative operations, including budgeting,

forecasting, purchase orders, receivables, payables and collections.

Managed team of four staff members.

. Implemented process to effectively monitor purchase orders and

expenditures, creating spreadsheet providing accurate cost comparisons

and ensuring alignment with forecast and budget parameters.

. Generated sales reports and accurately calculated commission results

for 40 sales staff, ensuring timely processing to consistently meet

payroll deadlines.

ARAMARK HARRISON LODGING, Lake Bluff, Illinois 2001 - 2004

Company operating more than 50 conference centers, corporate training

centers and specialty hotels nationwide.

Accounting Manager

Performed account analysis, reconciliation, tax filing and human resource

functions including payroll, benefits and employment. Managed team of four

staff members.

. Acted as liaison to resolve information systems issues, effectively

utilizing resources to provide continuous operations and ensure

customer satisfaction.

. Developed check cashing policy and procedures resulting in accurate

transaction processing and significant cost savings.

. Presented budget and forecast reports at executive team meetings,

providing information enhancing decision making and ensuring

appropriate cash management strategies.

. Assumed payroll, benefits, and employment functions in human resources

manager's absence, ensuring continuity of operations and improving

productivity.

. Developed and conducted training in finance for non-financial

executives, enhancing skills and promoting support of cost effective

operations.

. Renegotiated payment terms to suppliers from 30 days to 45/60 days,

optimizing cash flow.

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