Corporate & Project Accountant (20+ Years)

LAVONDA SESSION

Arlington, TX ***** *********@*****.***

CORPORATE ACCOUNTANT PROJECT ACCOUNTANT STAFF ACCOUNTANT Accounting professional with 20+ years of experience supporting corporate accounting, project accounting, financial reporting, treasury management, project billing, and financial analysis across multi-location and project-driven organizations. Expertise in month-end close, general ledger accounting, account reconciliations, accounts receivable, accounts payable, revenue recognition, contract compliance, and financial statement preparation. Proven track record of improving financial processes, strengthening internal controls, and delivering accurate reporting to support strategic business decisions. CORE COMPETENCIES

• Corporate Accounting

• Project Accounting

• Financial Reporting

• General Ledger Management

• Month-End & Year-End Close

• Journal Entries

• Account Reconciliations

• Bank Reconciliations

• Financial Statement Preparation

• Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Accounts Payable (AP)

• Project Billing & Invoicing

• Revenue Recognition

• Contract Review & Compliance

• Work-in-Progress (WIP) Analysis

• Budgeting & Forecast Support

• Financial Analysis

• Treasury Operations

• Cash Management

• Sales Tax Compliance

• Internal Controls

• Audit Support

• Process Improvement

• KPI Reporting

• Power BI

• Advanced Microsoft Excel

• ERP Systems: QuickBooks, Unanet, Sage, NetSuite, SAP PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

PLUMMER ASSOCIATES, INC. Fort Worth, TX (Remote) Corporate Accountant November 2023 – Present

• Manage project accounting and corporate accounting functions for 100+ active client projects.

• Prepare accurate and timely client invoices in accordance with contractual billing requirements and project milestones.

• Review contracts, amendments, and change orders to ensure billing compliance and revenue recognition accuracy.

• Establish and maintain project setups, cost structures, and billing schedules within accounting systems.

• Partner with Project Managers to resolve WIP, accounts receivable, and project cost issues while improving cash flow performance.

• Reconcile WIP balances with the general ledger

• Prepare monthly revenue recognition journal entries and supporting documentation.

• Prepare and post journal entries related to assets, liabilities, revenue, and operating expenses.

• Perform account reconciliations and maintain general ledger integrity to support monthly financial reporting.

• Support month-end and year-end close activities, ensuring timely and accurate financial results.

• Analyze project costs, budget variances, and profitability metrics to support operational decision-making.

• Administer financial activities associated with the Ford Fleet Program, including lease management, maintenance tracking, and cost analysis.

• Develop and maintain Power BI dashboards and Excel reports to improve financial visibility and performance monitoring.

• Support external audits and ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

• Participate in process improvement initiatives that increased eƯiciency and streamlined accounting workflows.

MUSCLE MAKER GRILL Remote

StaƯ Accountant December 2022 – June 2023

• Managed full-cycle accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.

• Prepared and posted journal entries while maintaining financial accuracy and compliance.

• Produced monthly financial statements, including Balance Sheet, Profit & Loss, and supporting schedules.

• Reconciled subsidiary ledgers and investigated account variances and discrepancies.

• Processed payroll and supported HR administration functions.

• Prepared and filed sales tax returns in compliance with multi-state tax regulations.

• Assisted with month-end and year-end close processes and external audit support.

• Improved financial reporting accuracy through detailed account analysis and reconciliation procedures.

POLLOCK ORORA Grand Prairie, TX (Remote)

StaƯ Accountant July 2019 – November 2022

• Performed monthly bank reconciliations and balance sheet account reconciliations.

• Managed banking transactions, cash management activities, stop payments, and account maintenance.

• Prepared and submitted sales tax filings while ensuring regulatory compliance.

• Supported month-end close through journal entry preparation and account analysis.

• Monitored revenue and expense trends and prepared management reports for leadership review.

• Assisted with accounts payable processing, vendor maintenance, and payment administration.

• Participated in audit activities and strengthened internal control compliance.

• Supported corporate reporting requirements through financial data analysis and reporting.

FIRSTCASH, INC. Fort Worth, TX

Treasury Assistant Supervisor February 2017 – July 2019

• Supervised treasury operations supporting more than 300 retail locations nationwide.

• Processed Positive Pay exceptions and maintained fraud prevention controls to safeguard company assets.

• Managed ACH transactions, wire transfers, and daily banking operations.

• Performed corporate bank reconciliations and resolved discrepancies promptly.

• Maintained banking documentation, signature authority records, and account administration.

• Coordinated opening and closing of corporate bank accounts in compliance with banking regulations.

• Supported cash forecasting, liquidity management, and treasury reporting functions. EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Accounting (In Progress)

University of Texas Permian Basin Online

Associate of Applied Science, Accounting Information Management Tarrant County College Arlington, Texas 2018

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Accounting Software & ERP Systems:

QuickBooks • Unanet • Sage • NetSuite • SAP • General Ledger Systems Reporting & Analytics:

Power BI • Financial Dashboards • KPI Reporting • Data Visualization • Financial Analysis Microsoft Excel:

Pivot Tables • XLOOKUP • VLOOKUP • Financial Modeling • Advanced Formulas • Data Analysis

Accounting & Finance:

Financial Statement Preparation • Month-End Close • Bank Reconciliations • Budget Support • Treasury Management • Accounts Payable • Accounts Receivable • Audit Support • Sales Tax Compliance

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