ARMENDA GOSTON
Horn Lake
Summary
Finance professional with extensive experience in cash management and audit preparation. Demonstrated success in process improvement and team leadership, resulting in enhanced operational efficiency. Expertise in General Ledger reconciliation and employee training, driving performance and compliance in dynamic environments. Committed to achieving exceptional financial outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Upchurch Services LLC
Horn Lake
04.2022 - 02.2025
- Directed policies and procedures for accounts receivable and accounts payable departments.
- Streamlined employee development and corrective processes to enhance efficiency.
- Managed journal entries, invoice reviews, and reconciliations for monthly and annual closing.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable functions, including processing invoices, payments, and collections.
- Assisted with month-end and year-end closing activities to ensure timely audits.
- Collaborated with finance, accounting, and operations teams to improve processes and financial performance.
- Managed renewals of licenses, permits, and bonds across multiple jurisdictions.
- Processed sales taxes and business licenses while ensuring accurate reconciliations across operational states.
Finance Manager B
Shelby County Government
Memphis
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Oversaw cashiers' tasks, including daily cash counts and transaction reconciliations.
- Handled Minor Settles and CD purchases through Regions Bank.
- Processed and audited Petty Cash Requests efficiently.
- Assisted Accountant with daily tasks, month-end reports, and specialized accounting reports.
- Managed financial reporting processes for county departments and agencies.
- Oversaw compliance with federal, state, and local financial laws and regulations.
- Provided training and support to staff on financial management best practices.
- Maintained accounts payable and receivable records ensuring timely payments are made.
- Monitored cash flow to ensure sufficient liquidity.
- Established relationships with banking partners to secure favorable terms on financing arrangements.
Court Technical Specialist
Shelby County Government
Memphis
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Troubleshot and triaged technical issues across multiple applications.
- Created and managed service desk tickets using Cherwell and SharePoint.
- Navigated civil and criminal court applications, generating necessary reports.
- Trained staff on tech support tools including Remote Assist and GoToMeeting.
- Managed content publication on business website to enhance visibility.
- Administered user accounts and access rights across various platforms.
- Oversaw special projects requiring advanced technical skills and access.
- Collaborated with IT teams to devise solutions for complex technical challenges.
Finance Supervisor Court Clerk
Shelby County Government
Memphis
07.2013 - 12.2019
- Supervised financial operations, ensuring compliance with government regulations.
- Managed correspondence with Courtroom Clerks and Finance Departments regarding court costs and fees.
- Trained staff on financial policies, enhancing overall team performance.
- Prepared daily cash management packets, including reconciliations and wire transfers.
- Maintained General Ledger Chart of Accounts and accounting records for daily deposits.
- Delegated tasks to direct reports through monthly and daily internal control reports.
Finance Lead Principal Court Clerk
Shelby County Government
Memphis
07.2008 - 06.2013
- Established a collaborative accounting system, enhancing cashier multitasking and skills development.
- Trained staff on diverse duties, facilitating interchange across multiple stations while monitoring performance.
- Evaluated employee performance reviews and disciplinary documentation in accordance with office policies.
- Processed daily deposits, transactions, corrections, and managed large cash payments and refunds.
- Prepared daily bank deposits to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Assisted supervisor with key responsibilities within the Accounting Department.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Delta State University
Cleveland, MS01.2005
Associate Degree - Criminal Justice
MS Delta Community College
Moorhead, MS01.2002
Skills
- Accounts receivable and payable management
- Business process optimization
- Cash management
- Performance evaluation
- Bank reconciliation
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Financial reporting
- Accounts reconciliation
- General ledger oversight
- Problem solving
- Employee training and development
- Internal controls implementation
- Collections management
- Sales tax compliance
- Bookkeeping practices
- Financial statement preparation
- Month-end and year-end closing processes
- Budget forecasting
Affiliations
Member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
Timeline
Upchurch Services LLC
04.2022 - 02.2025
Finance Manager B
Shelby County Government
01.2021 - 12.2021
Court Technical Specialist
Shelby County Government
01.2020 - 12.2020
Finance Supervisor Court Clerk
Shelby County Government
07.2013 - 12.2019
Finance Lead Principal Court Clerk
Shelby County Government
07.2008 - 06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Delta State University
Associate Degree - Criminal Justice
MS Delta Community College
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