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Ashley McPherson

Smithdale

Summary

Dynamic accounting professional with a proven track record at Copiah County Medical Center, enhancing cash flow management and optimizing financial reporting processes. Skilled in variance analysis and audit management, I excel in fostering effective communication and driving operational efficiencies, consistently achieving unmodified audit opinions and improving data accuracy.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Accounting

Copiah County Medical Center
03.2022 - Current
  • Implemented new accounting software, improving data accuracy and reducing manual input errors while increasing overall productivity.
  • Conducted regular financial analysis to identify variances, enabling proactive decision-making on corrective actions when necessary.
  • Optimized cash management strategies by identifying investment opportunities for excess funds while maintaining adequate liquidity levels.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for operational improvements, leading to increased efficiency and cost savings.
  • Mentored junior accounting staff, fostering professional growth and promoting knowledge sharing within the department.
  • Coordinated with external auditors to ensure a smooth annual audit process, addressing any concerns or discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Maintained compliance with all relevant tax laws and regulations, minimizing risk exposure through diligent oversight of filings and documentation practices.
  • Liaised with senior management on financial matters, presenting regular updates and ensuring complete transparency regarding the company''s financial position.
  • Managed payroll operations for team of 140 employees.
  • Collaborated with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and facilitate payments.
  • Overhauled process for year-end inventory audits to improve accuracy.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.
  • Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
  • Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.
  • Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
  • Oversaw accounts payable and receivable functions, maintaining strong cash flow management practices that ensured prompt payment from clients and timely settlements with vendors.
  • Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
  • Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
  • Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
  • Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
  • Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing workflows and implementing automated reconciliation processes.
  • Prepared comprehensive financial statements for annual audits, consistently receiving unmodified opinions from external auditors on the company''s financial health.

Field Auditor

Ms Office of the State Auditor, Shad White
10.2017 - 02.2022
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of management''s response to identified issues through follow-up audits, ensuring implementation of recommended changes.
  • Built strong rapport with clients, fostering trust and open communication that facilitated the completion of successful audit engagements.
  • Improved client satisfaction with timely and accurate completion of assigned audits, demonstrating strong attention to detail.
  • Analyzed financial statements and supporting documentation to identify inconsistencies or inaccuracies in reported data, ensuring accuracy of final reports.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by meticulously reviewing company policies and procedures during field audits.
  • Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
  • Performed observations and evaluated supporting documents to supplement audit findings.
  • Communicated with auditee staff to obtain necessary information for audits.
  • Interpreted state and federal laws, accepted auditing principles and procedures and program standards to audited materials and data to detect non-compliance and facilitate recommendations.
  • Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
  • Identified control gaps in processes, procedures and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
  • Interviewed auditees to gather data needed to conduct audits.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.

Accounts Receivable Refund Specialist

Hinds Community College - Raymond Campus
01.2012 - 09.2018
  • Assist the business office in transmitting Federal, Institutional, and State Aid to student accounts. Making sure that all moneys from the draw down through the business office is disbursed correctly to student’s accounts.
  • Running the Financial Aid Transmittal report to determine balance and credit balances for each disbursement date set by Hinds.
  • Generating past due notices for term and mid- term statements

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Mississippi University For Women
Columbus, MS
05-2018

Master of Science - Accounting

Mississippi College
Clinton, MS
05-2021

Skills

  • Bank reconciliation
  • Accounts receivable
  • Accounts payable
  • Cash flow management
  • Audit management
  • Variance analysis
  • AP and AR management
  • Microsoft Excel expertise
  • Invoicing
  • Month-end reporting
  • General ledger management
  • Account reconciliation
  • GL entry verification
  • Accounts payable management
  • Sales tax reporting
  • Effective communication

Timeline

Director of Accounting

Copiah County Medical Center
03.2022 - Current

Field Auditor

Ms Office of the State Auditor, Shad White
10.2017 - 02.2022

Accounts Receivable Refund Specialist

Hinds Community College - Raymond Campus
01.2012 - 09.2018

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Mississippi University For Women

Master of Science - Accounting

Mississippi College

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