Christiyana A. Graham, MBA
Atlanta, GA l 678-***-**** l ************@*****.*** l www.linkedin.com/in/ChristiyanaGraham
Summary
Highly motivated and driven accounting professional with a broad range of experience including financial and property accounting, tax and audit, analytics and reporting, financial month-end close, preparation of financial reports, and budget. Proficient with planning and organizational skills that balance work, team management and support as well as responsibilities in a timely manner. Dynamic interpersonal skills, resulting in effective management of direct reports. Interested in this position in which I will be able to utilize my comprehensive knowledge, skills, and eagerness to succeed within your organization.
Skills
Organizational and time-management skills
Adept at working well with others and completing tasks independently
Ability to complete multiple tasks in a timely manner
Interpersonal and strong communication skills
Financial planning and analysis
Knowledge of preparation of financial reports
Knowledge of accounting software and bookkeeping
Proficient knowledge of the preparation of all aspects of the financial statement package, including creating and posting journal entries, month-end adjustments, bank reconciliations, financial reporting, general ledger review and completion of balance sheet support schedules
Detail oriented and have a strong attention to detail
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel)
Ability to work in a high-volume environment
General Ledger and GAAP knowledge
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Strong analytical and recording skills
QuickBooks and Yardi experience
Financial reporting and forecasting
Multi-tasking skills
Year-end reporting including, annual filings, and tax returns and year-end audit preparation
Knowledge of reconciling monthly bank statements to the general ledger
Accounts payable and Accounts receivable
Experience
RangeWater Real Estate, Atlanta GA - Property Management Accountant July 2022 – May 2023
●Served as the primary accounting department liaison
●Worked closely with the Community and Regional Directors and assisted with financial questions.
●Calculated and recorded journal entries for management fees, depreciation, and amortization, insurance, property taxes, interest, payroll, allowance for doubtful accounts, and other miscellaneous items using Yardi
●Reconcile all property bank accounts.
●Reconciled security deposit activity and calculate monthly cash transfer
●Monitored accounting procedures to improve accuracy and efficiency and achieve departmental objectives.
Crowe LLP, Atlanta GA - Audit and Assurance Associate Sept 2021 – July 2022
●Participated on annual audit, review, and compilation of engagements with a variety of clients.
●Participated in all aspects of financial statement preparation and assisting with the planning of the engagements.
●Performed a large amount of technical work and continued to develop technical skills.
Crowe LLP, Atlanta GA - Tax Intern June 2020 – April 2021
●Prepared various forms of tax returns including 1040, 1065, 1099, etc.
●Prepared K-1s and partnership tax returns for clients
●Provided complete, IRS accepted, E-file tax documentation to clients
●Inputted clients working trial balance into software and making adjustments
●Worked on a variety of client engagements in varying industries
●Participated in team-building exercises
Aprio LLP, Atlanta GA - Assurance Intern January 2020 - March 2020
●Improved critical thinking and analytical skills by working on tasks involving data entry and alignment of balances and preparation of work documentation
●Gained on-the-job training and real-world experiences during busy season
●Received a highly commended reference from supervisor
Education
Dec 2021
Kennesaw State University (Kennesaw, GA) - Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Relevant Coursework: Marketing, Management, Finance, Accounting, IT, Strategy, Economics
May 2020
Kennesaw State University (Kennesaw, GA) - Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting
Magna Cum Laude Honor Graduate
Final Cumulative GPA: 3.7
J. Larry Stevens Scholarship Recipient (2019-2020)
President’s List 2017, 2019 (4.0 GPA)
Dean’s List 2016, 2018-2020 (3.5 GPA or higher)
Awards and Affiliations
Beta Gamma Sigma Business Honor Society, Gamma Beta Phi Honors Society, Beta Alpha Psi Honor Society, National Society of Leadership and Success