Jacqueline Fisher
Foley,MN
Summary
Dynamic finance executive with 25 years of comprehensive experience in finance and investment management, recognized for driving strategic initiatives that enhance organizational performance. Proven hands-on leader with exceptional business acumen and a keen analytical mindset, adept at identifying and rectifying underachieving trends to foster growth. Expertise in developing innovative financial strategies that align with corporate objectives, ensuring sustainable success. Committed to leveraging extensive industry knowledge to deliver impactful results and elevate team performance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
VP of Finance
CJK Group
08.2018 - Current
- Controlled accounting operations and oversaw transactions related to payroll, financial reporting, payables and receivables.
- Coordinated and studied financial audits to provide recommendations for procedural improvements.
- Developed financial analysis and business plans for proposed acquisitions, partnerships and investments.
- Managed vendor changes to improve cost controls and improve workflow operations.
- Utilized Jet Analytics to create sophisticated spreadsheet models to analyze operating metrics across 20 Business Units.
Assistant Controller
Madden's on Gull Lake
02.2017 - 08.2018
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
- Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.
- Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
Finance Director
City of Isanti
11.2016 - 02.2017
- Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
- Assisted with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new department employees.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
Business Manager
Onamia Public Schools
05.2011 - 11.2016
- Created, managed, and executed school district plan and communicated district vision and objectives to motivate teams.
- Communicated with teaching and support staff positively with particular attention to problem resolution.
- Anticipated financial impact from changes in government funding and worked with leadership to develop solutions.
- Drafted reports and documents to improve communication and consistency at school board meetings.
Instructor
Central Lakes College
08.2010 - 05.2015
- Adjunct as needed
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
Staff Accountant
LarsonAllen, LLP
01.2008 - 05.2011
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for during audit engagements.
- Used accounting software to issue tax returns and prepare consolidated reports.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Worked with financial models to assess and analyze financial performance of clients.
Education
Masters Degree - Accounting and Financial Management
Keller Graduate School
Naperville, IL12.2009
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
College of St. Scholastica
Duluth, MN08.2007
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Central Lakes College
Brainerd, MN05.2006
Skills
- Accounts payable and receivable management
- Internal controls
- P&L management
- Closing management
- Cash flow analysis and planning
- Expense management strategies
- Analytical reporting skills
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Performance metrics evaluation
- Financial reports
- Audit preparation and response
- Variance analysis
- Due diligence
- Corporate tax preparation
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant
Timeline
VP of Finance
CJK Group
08.2018 - Current
Assistant Controller
Madden's on Gull Lake
02.2017 - 08.2018
Finance Director
City of Isanti
11.2016 - 02.2017
Business Manager
Onamia Public Schools
05.2011 - 11.2016
Instructor
Central Lakes College
08.2010 - 05.2015
Staff Accountant
LarsonAllen, LLP
01.2008 - 05.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
College of St. Scholastica
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Central Lakes College
Masters Degree - Accounting and Financial Management
Keller Graduate School
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