Accounts Payable Finance Manager

Nelly Njeri Wiggins

Stockbridge, GA *****

***********@*****.*** 770-***-****

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CFO/Finance Manager/Sr. Accountant/ (Consulting)

Small businesses, churches and Springfield Christian Ministries Inc. – Metro Atlanta, GA October 2020 – Present

Analyzed financial statements, prepared and reviewed budgets, prepared policies, and procedures to ensure GAAP compliance. Managed journal entries for monthly/year-end close and reconciled balance sheet accounts. Performed 941, federal withholding payments reconciliations, and audit preparation. Reconciled fixed assets, prepared prepaid schedules, and amortizations. Managed cash flow with weekly cash projections; reviewed and approved purchase requisitions. Developed and implemented accounting policies for accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.

Assisted auditors with year-end audits and financial reporting, including preparing tax filings for 501(c) 3 and small/Midsize business entities. CFO/Finance Manager/Sr. Accountant (Consulting)

Emmanuel Community Church – Conyers, GA

June 2018 – July 2020

Oversaw financial operations, including fixed asset reports, prepaid schedules, 941 filings, and federal withholding reconciliations.

Managed cash projections, bank reconciliations, and reviewed financial statements for accuracy.

Reconciled balance sheet accounts and assisted auditors with tax preparation for 501(c)(3) organizations.

Developed policies and procedures for accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll approval processes.

Coordinated grant writing efforts and assisted with the approval and management of budgets.

Staff Accountant

New Life Baptist Church / Green Forest Baptist Church – Decatur, GA November 2007 – April 2018

Prepared financial reports, fixed asset schedules, and reconciled balance sheet accounts.

Supported year-end audits, including tax filing preparation for 501(c)(3) organizations and the review of 990 returns.

Managed bank and payroll reconciliations, daily bookkeeping, and monthly/year-end journal entries.

Assisted with budgeting and financial reporting for religious institutions. Staff Accountant / Billing & Project Assistant

Ajilon, GWCC, Robert Half International – Atlanta, GA July 2006 – March 2009

Managed accounts payable/receivable, processed payroll, and reconciled balance sheet accounts for multiple clients. Prepared commercial billing for the waste collection industry and applied payment adjustments. Assisted in the preparation of grants, tax filings, and reconciled financial statements. Provided financial support, including bank reconciliations and payroll processing for clients. EDUCATION

Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University Master of Business Administration (MBA), Accounting and Financial Management (In Progress) Dean’s List: 3.30/4.0

October 2005 – August 2009

Central Pennsylvania College – Summerdale, PA

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Finance Concentration) Dean’s List: 3.64/4.0

October 2002 – December 2004

Central Pennsylvania College – Summerdale, PA

Associate of Science in Accounting

Dean’s List: 3.72/4.0

Graduated December 17, 2003

World Harvest Bible College – Columbus, OH

Associate of Arts in Arts & Music

Graduated June 1996

TECHNICAL & INTERCULTURAL SKILLS

Languages: Fluent in Swahili and Kikuyu (East African languages)

Technical Skills:

o Microsoft Office 2023 (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint) o Microsoft Project, Niterm, Monarch, AS 400, ACS, Realm o QuickBooks 2023, Peachtree, Creative Solutions Accounting o Full Contact Accounting, Shelby

Communication: Proficient in remote communication via Zoom and Teams meetings KEY STRENGTHS & COMPETENCIES

Strong expertise in financial reporting, audit preparation, and compliance (GAAP)

Excellent in cash management, budgeting, and forecasting

Skilled in grant writing and policy development

Experienced in team leadership and staff management

Adept in financial systems (QuickBooks, Peachtree, and other accounting platforms) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Available for immediate consultation or full-time positions.

Strong ability to adapt to diverse business environments and complex financial challenges.

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