Desiree Bryan
@desireebryan
Accounting Manager specializing in high-accuracy AP/AR, payroll, and GAAP-compliant financial operations.
What I'm looking for
I’m an Accounting Manager and Financial Administrator with 10+ years supporting high-volume accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and financial reporting. I’m known for maintaining 100% accuracy in financial reporting and general ledger reconciliation, with audit results that reflect my attention to detail.
In my current role, I’ve delivered a zero-audit-adjustments month-end close by leading rigorous account reconciliations and general ledger oversight. I also improved payroll processing efficiency by reducing processing time 15% through automated data entry workflows for bi-weekly cycles, while keeping regulatory compliance at 100% using GAAP-based internal controls.
Previously, as an Accountant, I strengthened cash flow by decreasing aged receivables 20% through proactive vendor management and complex billing inquiry resolution. I streamlined accounts payable to achieve a 0% late-fee rate by managing high-volume data entry and weekly check runs in QuickBooks, and I supported audits by organizing digital filing that improved document retrieval speed by 30%.
Earlier in my career, I led operations and people as a Lead Teacher and a Manager/Cake Decorator, strengthening day-to-day processes, mentoring others, and ensuring compliance with safety and educational standards. I bring that same structured, service-focused mindset to financial operations—clear documentation, dependable execution, and continuous improvement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Accounting Manager
GMU Geotechnical
Jan 2024 - Present (2 years 5 months)
Maintained 100% month-end close accuracy with zero audit adjustments by performing account reconciliations and overseeing the general ledger. Improved payroll processing efficiency by 15% through automated data-entry workflows for bi-weekly cycles and ensured 100% regulatory compliance using GAAP-aligned controls.
Accountant
Scientific Refrigeration
Sep 2013 - Dec 2023 (10 years 3 months)
Improved cash flow by reducing aged receivables 20% through proactive vendor management and resolution of complex billing inquiries. Streamlined accounts payable to achieve a 0% late-fee rate by managing high-volume data entry and weekly check runs in QuickBooks, and supported audits with 30% faster document retrieval via a digital filing system.
Lead Teacher
Shoreline Christian School
Sep 2007 - Jun 2013 (5 years 9 months)
Increased student literacy outcomes, with 95% of students meeting year-end benchmarks by designing specialized lesson plans for non-English learners. Improved classroom efficiency by ensuring 100% adherence to safety and educational standards through staff mentoring and play-based workshops.
Manager / Cake Decorator
Baskin Robbins
Jun 2002 - Sep 2007 (5 years 3 months)
Maximized profitability across three locations by maintaining consistent inventory accuracy through weekly audits and daily cash reconciliations. Managed store operations while performing cake decorating responsibilities.
Education
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Orange Coast College
Associate of Arts / Associate of Science, Early Childhood Education
Grade: 4.25
Activities and societies: Varsity Golf Team.
Earned an Associate of Arts/Associate of Science with a major in Early Childhood Education at Orange Coast College. Reported GPA of 4.25 and participated in the Varsity Golf Team.
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