Controller/Dir of Human Resources
Resume:
Shawn Brown-Whilby
Finance & Accounting Professional
Contact
Warner Robins, Ga 31088
(954) 464 – 7427
************@*****.***
linkedin.com/in/shawn-brown-whilby
Professional Summary
Highly qualified accounting and financial professional with more than 15 years of progressive experience in finance and operations management ranging from newly formed to well-established multi-million organizations. Demonstrated ability in Business Planning & Analysis, Budgeting, Ad hoc Analysis, P&L Management. Completes human resource operational requirements by ensuring legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resource Federal and State requirements, conducting investigations, maintaining records, and representing the organization at hearings.
Key Skills
Financial analysis & planning
Forecasting & budgeting
Excellent leadership qualities
Excellent oral and written communication
Expert in GAAP
Technical Skills
Microsoft Office
DataPlus
Peoplesoft
Blackline
Aspen
D-base 111 Plus
M-3 Accounting
Paychex - software
Experience
December 2021-March 2022
Assistant Director of Finance/HR Manager • Hotel Forty-Five • Macon, GA
Supervising Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Cashier
Supervise the daily accounting operations ensuring compliance with the SOP and GAAP
Assist in the preparation of the annual budget, forecasts, taxes and other financial reporting
Review the monthly Profit & Loss statement
Train, monitor and coordinate the implementation of financial and cash controls
Hire, train, and mentor new associates
Maintains the work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions.
February 2019—March 2020
Controller/HR Manager • Macon Marriott City Center • Macon, GA
Supervising Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and General Cashier
Supervise the daily accounting operations ensuring compliance with the SOP and GAAP
Assist in the preparation of the annual budget, forecasts, taxes and other financial reporting
Review the monthly Profit & Loss statement
Train, monitor and coordinate the implementation of financial and cash controls
Completing the operations of the weekly payroll process
Hire, train, and mentor new associates
Maintains the work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions.
Advances human resource staff job results by counseling and disciplining employees; and planning, monitoring, and appraising job results.
Advise mangers on organizational interview selection and hiring process
September 2017—February 2019
Assistant Director of Finance • Hilton University of Florida Conference Center • Gainesville, FL
Analyzed and reconciled all general ledger account and bank statements
Supervised payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cashier and night audit
Supervised the daily accounting operations ensuring compliance with the SOP and GAAP
Assisted in the preparation of the annual budget, forecasts, taxes and other financial reporting
Trained, monitored and coordinate the implementation of financial and cash controls
Prepared financial statements and reports to ensure timely availability for the ownership team
Analyzed all tenants’ leases and rent reports to ensure hotel compliance
Reviewed the monthly profit & loss statement
November 2014—November 2015
Assistant Director of Finance • Macon City Center – Interstate Hotels & Resorts • Macon, GA
Analyzed and reconciled all general ledger account and bank statements
Supervised the payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, cashier and night audit team
Supervised the daily accounting operations ensuring compliance with the SOP and GAAP
Assisted in the preparation of the annual budget, forecasts, taxes and other financial reporting
Trained, monitored and coordinated the implementation of financial and cash controls
Prepared financial statements and reports to ensure timely availability for the ownership team
Reviewed the monthly profit & loss statement
Assume the responsibilities of the director of finance in his absence
April 2013—April 2014
Accounting Manager • Hilton Ft. Lauderdale Airport • Interstate Hotel & Resorts Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Effectively prepared balance sheet reconciliations
Prepared and post month-end journal entries
Prepared weekly cash-flow reports
Maintained daily accounting office functions
Mentored and train accounting and night audit staff
Prepared monthly forecast with necessary adjustments
Reconciled department budgets
Reconciled and paid sales & use tax return
Reviewed daily income audit process
Created and maintained accounting emergency process
June 2008—January 2009
Audit Manager – Accounting Manager • Hilton Marina Hotel • Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Effectively prepared balance sheet reconciliations
Managed daily income journals for three Hotels
Maintained accounts receivable and accounts payable
Reconciled department budgets Issues and shortages
September 2005—June 2008
Assistant/Intérim Controller • Renaissance Ft. Lauderdale • Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Conducted regular staff meetings
Attended staff development and training meetings
Reconciled and paying sales & use tax return
Acted as interim controller
Prepared month-end journal entries
Education
May 2012
Keiser University Graduate School, Fort. Lauderdale, FL - MBA International Business
April 2009
Keiser University, Fort Lauderdale, FL - BA in Criminal Justice
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