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Amber Cole

Rising Sun

Summary

Finance professional prepared for this leadership role. Strong background in financial planning, analysis, and strategic decision-making. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for reliability, effective communication, and financial expertise.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Finance

Rising Star Casino Resort
07.2018 - Current
  • Managed a high-performing finance team, providing guidance and mentorship to foster professional growth and development.
  • Collaborated with executive leadership team in developing long-term financial goals, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
  • Instituted best practices in financial management processes by conducting regular reviews of procedures, policies, and systems for continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Provided insightful recommendations for process improvements, contributing to increased operational efficiency across the organization.
  • Analyzed financial statements against forecasts to prepare high-level variance analysis.
  • Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.

Interim Director of Finance

The Temporary by American Place
01.2023 - 06.2023
  • Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
  • Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Successfully managed multiple, concurrent projects by prioritizing tasks and allocating resources efficiently.

Controller

Rising Star Casino Resort
02.2018 - 07.2018
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare monthly financial documents and general account management.
  • Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
  • Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
  • Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
  • Oversaw management of payroll, ensuring accurate and timely processing for all employees.
  • Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.

Accounting Manager

Rising Star Casino Resort
07.2014 - 02.2018
  • Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
  • Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
  • Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses.
  • Developed and implemented various procedures to improve accounting process.
  • Generated monthly and quarterly financial statements for executive review.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve accurate and prompt financial reporting.
  • Contributed to successful external audits, preparing all necessary documentation and facilitating auditor inquiries.

Executive Steward/F&B Manager

Rising Star Casino Resort
05.2008 - 07.2014
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Enhanced overall guest satisfaction by managing the day-to-day operations of the stewarding department.
  • Managed vendor relationships to ensure high-quality products were delivered on-time at competitive pricing.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for staff members, offering constructive feedback and guidance for improvement.
  • Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
  • Accepted opportunities to learn new skills, improve performance and cross-train for other positions.

Education

Master of Science - Accounting

Franklin University
Columbus, OH
05-2014

Skills

  • Audit management
  • Cost control
  • Internal controls
  • Revenue recognition
  • GAAP compliance
  • Organizational skills
  • Financial reporting and analysis
  • Business process improvement
  • General ledger accounting
  • Account reconciliation
  • Strategic planning
  • Regulatory compliance

Timeline

Interim Director of Finance

The Temporary by American Place
01.2023 - 06.2023

Director of Finance

Rising Star Casino Resort
07.2018 - Current

Controller

Rising Star Casino Resort
02.2018 - 07.2018

Accounting Manager

Rising Star Casino Resort
07.2014 - 02.2018

Executive Steward/F&B Manager

Rising Star Casino Resort
05.2008 - 07.2014

Master of Science - Accounting

Franklin University

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