Sabrina Robinson
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CPA, MBA military spouse with over fifteen years experience in creating collaborative financial arrangements that add value by designing, implementing, interpreting and strategically reporting financial data in both nonprofit and corporate entities.
Department of Commerce
Field Support Manager
2015-Current
Consistent demonstration of nonprofit accounting research skills as related to a grant funded assignment sponsored by HUD
Develop strategies that will assure 15+ field representatives will continue to exceed production goals by at least 10% while remaining under an approved budget
Interpretation of financial reports to assure best practices are utilized, variances are acceptable and overall project is progressing within stringent governmental constraints
Direct interaction with external customers to assure proper internal controls have been audited, policies and procedures have been executed, accurate statistical data has been extracted and appropriate programs are implemented
Completion, analyzation and presentation of a fiscal matrix which compares and contrasts the relationship of housing variables to income, environment, health and culture
Zel/Scarborough Realty
Accounting Manager
2010-2014
Provided strategic direction to a family owned real estate company on a contract basis
Custodian of the general ledger with the responsibility for adherence to GAAP related policies and procedures
Executed all activities related to month end close: adjusting journal entries, supporting schedules, rent rolls, bank reconciliations, internal audits
Performed profitability analysis and incorporated results into financial statements and annual budgets
Analyzed projections and variances to show effects of proposed changes on income and financial condition
Instituted collaboration with senior leadership team, condo boards, lenders and auditors to assure compliance with city and state regulations
Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization
Controller
2006-2011
Collaborated with the senior management team to present the financial processes of a $30 million 24-Hour health services organization
Oversaw, recommended and revised policies and procedures to effectively provide a level of fiscal transparency to the entire organization
Assured account balances were reconciled before presenting monthly financial statements to both internal and external stakeholders via (auditors, board, finance committee, governmental agencies, attorneys etc.)
Monitored and assisted with all activities related to the monthly close: general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, balance sheet, income statement, forecast and variance reports
Key person for developing, reporting and analyzing the organizational budget and audit processes
Intensive training and development in HR related functions after major departmental layoff
Supervised the accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and fixed asset departments
Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago, Inc.
Management Accountant
2003-2006
Coordinated and monitored responsibilities of finance with respect to maintaining financial data in a MIP accounting system
Prepared all internal management monthly financials and provided status of financial condition by collecting, interpreting and reporting financial data
Monthly discussions with senior management, board and finance committee to strategically strengthen NHS position in the housing market
Implemented quarterly financial workshops which resulted in a 60% reduction in staff hours required during the annual budget and audit processes
Facilitated annual $10 million budget process, analyzed variances, initiated corrective action and presented findings to the finance committee
Responsible for preparing financial analysis and related footnotes for auditors, regulators, government agencies and investors
Protected capital assets by establishing, monitoring and enforcing internal controls
Provided effective management, coaching and development to finance department staff members
Education
Certified Public Accountant Certificate
Keller Graduate School of Management
MBA Concentrated in Accounting
Chicago State University
BS Accounting
H&R Income Tax Preparation
Specialized Skills
Microsoft Office Products
Mainframe Accounting Packages: FYDN, People Soft, Pyramid, MIP, Fundware, ADP, Financial Edge, ROSCO, SharePoint, Outlook
Desktop Accounting Packages: Quicken, QuickBooks, Peachtree
Volunteer Experience
Houston CPA Society: Financial Consulting and Tax Preparation Services
Fort Bend Women’s Center: Developer and Moderator of 1 2 3 Understanding the Numbers Financial Workshop
Memorial Hermann – Katy: Providing assistance and financial support to several diverse health care environments