Tyra Morgan
Atlanta
Summary
Finance professional with strong background in financial management, budgeting, and strategic planning. Excel at team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and driving results. Expertise in financial analysis, risk management, and compliance. Known for reliability, integrity, and effective communication skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Director of Finance
Highgate Hotels
04.2024 - Current
- Conducted department meetings to communicate developments and implement process improvement activities.
- Supervised day-to-day activities of accounting staff and delegated tasks to increase productivity and office efficiency.
- Strengthened financial decision-making by providing timely, accurate, and comprehensive reports to senior management.
- Established strong relationships with vendors resulting in favorable payment terms contributing towards positive cash flow positions.
- Prepared financial statements, accruals and journal entries and maintained reconciliations to summarize current and projected figures of company financial position.
- Reviewed accounting and financial documents for accuracy and examined supporting documentation to establish conformance with contracts and agreements.
- Coordinated and cooperated with internal and external audits and implemented agreed upon recommendations.
- Spearheaded annual budget preparation, collaborating with executive team members to ensure accurate forecasts and alignment with strategic goals.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining the monthly close process and implementing more effective internal controls.
- Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
Market Center Accounting Manager
Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Midtown
01.2023 - Current
- Led strategic financial analysis and ensured accurate maintenance of bookkeeping and accounting systems, while providing exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project goals, developed detailed project plans, and executed timelines within the market center
- Lead month-end close consolidation, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
- Assist in the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Identify and implement process improvements to streamline the month-end close process and increase efficiency
- Support annual audits by preparing audit work papers and reconciliations, ensuring accurate documentation
- Collaborate in the annual budget process and contribute to monthly forecasting activities
- Conduct revenue and expense analysis on a monthly and ad-hoc basis, providing insights to support decision-making
Financial Controller
Compass Group
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Led financial operations as a Financial Controller at Compass Group, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency in financial reporting
- Spearheaded budgeting initiatives, optimizing resource allocation and contributing to strategic financial planning
- Implemented robust accounting systems, streamlining processes and enhancing efficiency in financial management
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve financial goals and provided insights to drive performance improvement
- Worked closely with external auditors to ensure adherence to industry regulations and compliance standards
- Utilized strong analytical skills and attention to detail to identify and resolve financial issues promptly
- Held a key role in maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and integrity in financial practices
- Stayed updated on industry trends and developments, contributing to the company's adaptability and competitiveness
- Committed to delivering exceptional financial services to support the growth and success of Compass Group
Assistant General Manager
Marriott International
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Company Overview: (in-house promotion)
- Assisted the General Manager with development of profit and loss statements, budgets, and financial forecasts to discuss in monthly meetings with owners and stakeholders
- Managed A/R and A/P functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions
- Developed and implemented plans that improve guest satisfaction and associate satisfaction
- Mentored, monitored, and trained staff to achieve monthly and yearly business goals
- Sourcing, attracting, and interviewing prospective employees to find the perfect candidate for the company's long-term goals using company's ATS
- (in-house promotion)
Operations Manager
01.2015 - 01.2021
- Managed staff to ensure the highest level of guest satisfaction maintaining GSS scores above the benchmark in key areas
- Establishing personal sell out goals and actively working with front desk on ways to achieve potential sell outs to maximize hotel gross revenue
- Actively reviewed P&L statement, Flow Through, ROI expenditures, and completing forecasting reports
- Managed to ensure all financial logs, procedures, and policies are being done correctly to ensure hotel is in compliance with financial control audit guidelines
Education
Hospitality Management - Business
University of Kentucky
Real Estate School - undefined
Kaplan University
Skills
- Monthly Reconciliation Process
- GAAP
- Accounts Receivable Management
- Invoice Processing
- Financial Credit Review
- Risk Management Controls
- Budget Management
- Audit coordination
- Payroll management
- Asset management
- Financial forecasting
- Monthly Variance Reporting
- Comprehensive Accounting Management
Timeline
Assistant Director of Finance
Highgate Hotels
04.2024 - Current
Market Center Accounting Manager
Keller Williams Realty Atlanta Midtown
01.2023 - Current
Financial Controller
Compass Group
01.2021 - 01.2023
Assistant General Manager
Marriott International
01.2019 - 01.2021
Operations Manager
01.2015 - 01.2021
Real Estate School - undefined
Kaplan University
Hospitality Management - Business
University of Kentucky
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