Accounting Manager Financial Analyst

Anthony M. Shorter

Atlanta, Georgia ***** Email: ****************@*****.*** Telephone: 404-***-****

Dedicated and results-driven accounting manager with over a decade of experience in financial management and reporting. Proven track record of streamlining processes, improving efficiency and ensuring compliance with accounting standards. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, implementing strategic initiatives and driving financial success. Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Accounting Manager

TG Administration LLC (Troon) Atlanta, Georgia October 2023 – October 2024

Increase team productivity by 20% through effective coaching and professional development initiatives

Oversee the development and monitoring of budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Establish and enforce robust internal control policies to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, resulting in a 15% reduction in audit findings and demonstrating enhanced financial integrity.

Ensured the accurate and timely processing of payroll records

Imputed payroll information into HRIS (UKG) and maintained personnel records

Prepared and file various tax forms 940, 941, 990, 1065, 1140

Submitted ACH information and reconciled deductions, PTO, Employee Meals, etc.

Business Operations Analyst Financial Analyst

Art Institute of Atlanta Atlanta, Georgia 02/2020 – September 2023

Oversaw the day-to-day operations of the accounting team of 15, ensuring adherence to GAAP and campus policies.

Collaborated closely with the President and the Executive Committee with key initiatives and strategic priorities.

Reduced month-end closing time by 25% through the implementation of process improvements.

Implemented a comprehensive internal control system, resulting in a 20% decrease in the risk of financial discrepancies.

Deputy Controller

Big Dawg Media Group LLC Atlanta, Georgia 09/2013 to 08/2019

Prepared monthly financial statements and analyses, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.

Implemented process improvements in the accounts payable/receivable functions, reducing processing time by 15%.

Identified and implemented cost saving measures, resulting in a 10% reduction in department expenses over the fiscal year.

Coordinated external audit requests.

Prepare Use/Sales tax filings.

Coached and developed staff

Oversaw the day-to-day Accounts Payable, Account Receivable and Payroll.

Filed all Tax forms including 940,941, 1065.

Production Finance Manager

HBO Films Los Angeles, California 01/2001 – 08/2013

Provided financial support to film & television projects.

Managed season-over-season programming cost modules

Reviewed contracts for compliance issues with agencies, guilds & unions

Hired and development of accounting staff and production accountant.

Approved journal entries, expense reports and cash flow schedules

Approved wire transfer request

Approved purchase orders

Prepared staff performance evaluations

Responsible to reading scripts and production material.

Prepared Cash flow schedules

Posted to general ledger & resolved discrepancies.

Supported production meeting and provided fiscal insight.

Interacted with Business Affairs & insured productions were compliant.

Month, Quarter, Year-End close process

Managed and prepared deal analysis and valuations for joint venture productions

Sr. Financial Analyst

The Walt Disney Company Burbank California 02/1998 -01/2001

Prepared month, quarter & year-end financial reports

Prepared P&L models

Prepared bank account reconciliations

Developed/Lead Staff

Tracked expense reports and approved purchase orders.

Prepared Billing Analysis

Facilitated the acquisition & merger of home video & touchstone pictures accounting system.

Assisted in tax preparation models.

Product Support Analyst

ADP San Dimas California 08/1987 – 02/1998

Lead the implementation of several new product rollouts (FSA, 401K, Wage Garnishment & Child Support on ADP’s money movement platform aka AS400)

Provided weekly status updates on projects.

Prepared project overview presentation to senior staff members

Lead quality assurance testing of new modules.

Provided technical support to end-users.

Supported internal and external clients on all phases of the project life cycle.

Branch Manager, Banking Operations

US Bank Rancho Cucamonga California 12/1985 -08/1987

Managed all aspects of branch operations.

Coached & developed staff.

Approved journal logs

Responsible for cash vault

Opened new accounts.

Provided excellent customer service.

EDUCATION

BSBA University of Redlands Redland CA

Master of Science Clayton State University, Atlanta, GA

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Management Accountant (CMA) – Updated 2024

Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) – Updated 2023

Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) – Updated 2021

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