Seeking opportunities in accounting, financial management, nonprofit finance, higher education, and strategic consulting. Interested in roles focused on financial analysis, budgeting, reporting, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making. I value organizations that prioritize accountability, analytical rigor, sound governance, and sustainable growth.
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Bridgett McBride
@bridgettmcbride
Nonprofit CFO at Threefold Living, LLC, managing federal grant compliance and building financial models for funding decisions.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
At Threefold Living, LLC, I serve as a fractional CFO for nonprofit and small-business clients, directing forecasting, budgeting, audit management, and financial reporting. I manage federal grant compliance, reporting, and closeouts to support funding and reimbursement decisions.
I build Excel-based financial models and variance analyses that help leadership and funders evaluate financial health, cash position, and creditworthiness. I also lead ERP implementations and process improvements, directing accounting teams across client engagements.
At Fort Valley State University, I teach undergraduate accounting, finance, and business administration courses and develop curriculum using D2L Brightspace. Earlier, as Revenue Assurance Manager at Avaya, Inc., I coordinated SOX testing and controls documentation, improving the governmental contract audit rating from five-plus findings to zero.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Current
Adjunct Professor
Fort Valley State University
Jan 2019 - Present (7 years 9 months)
Teach undergraduate courses in accounting, finance, and business administration. Develop curriculum and integrate online learning platforms.
TL
Current
Fractional CFO / Financial & Fiscal Strategy Consultant
Threefold Living, LLC
Jan 2008 - Present (18 years 9 months)
Serve as CFO for a portfolio of nonprofit and small-business clients, directing forecasting, budgeting, audit management, and financial reporting. Manage federal grant compliance, reporting, and closeouts, and lead ERP implementations and process improvement initiatives.
Analyzed government and enterprise contracts for revenue recognition treatment under SOP 97-2, SOP 81-1, and SAB 101. Performed monthly audit testing and contract documentation reviews, and coordinated Sarbanes-Oxley testing and controls documentation.
IC
Financial & Accounting Consultant, Sarbanes-Oxley
Independent Consulting
Jan 2004 - Dec 2006 (2 years 11 months)
Led SOX Section 404 audit engagements, including process mapping, control testing, and documentation. Provided grant accounting, reconciliation, and compliance services for multiple clients.
MC
Financial & Accounting Consultant
Morris Brown College
Jan 2002 - Dec 2004 (2 years 11 months)
Prepared budgets, projected revenue schedules, cash flow statements, debt analyses, and account reconciliations for institutional leadership. Implemented month-end close procedures and trained staff on variance research and governmental accounting practices.
NI
Financial Analyst / Senior Accountant
Netzee, Inc.
Jan 2001 - Dec 2002 (1 year 11 months)
Provided financial analysis and accounting support for a fintech company delivering internet-banking technology to community banks.
SC
Corporate Banking Officer, Accountant I
SunTrust Equitable Securities Corporation
Jan 2000 - Dec 2001 (1 year 11 months)
Supported corporate banking accounting operations, account reconciliation, and financial reporting within a securities/banking environment.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
AU
Argosy University
Doctor of Business Administration, Accountancy
Doctor of Business Administration in Accountancy from Argosy University.
CU
Capella University
Master of Business Administration, Finance
Master of Business Administration in Finance from Capella University.
FU
Fort Valley State University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting
Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from Fort Valley State University.
TA
The Institute of Internal Auditors
Introduction to Risk and Control, Risk and Control
Completed Introduction to Risk and Control training from The Institute of Internal Auditors.
TA
The Institute of Internal Auditors
Using COSO to Evaluate Internal Control, Internal Control
Completed Using COSO to Evaluate Internal Control training from The Institute of Internal Auditors.
ED
EDUCBA
Financial Analyst Certification, Financial Analysis
Completed Financial Analyst Certification from EDUCBA.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Looking for a job
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
Salary expectations
75k+ USD
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