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Desiree Bryan

@desireebryan

Accounting Manager specializing in high-accuracy AP/AR, payroll, and GAAP-compliant financial operations.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a role where I can own accurate AP/AR, payroll, and month-end close, uphold GAAP/regulatory compliance, and drive process improvements—using QuickBooks and Excel—to deliver fast, audit-ready financial operations.

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

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Current

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.

SR

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.

SS

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.

BR

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

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Orange Coast College logoOC

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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