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JACKSON, CPA
l i n k e n i n . c o m/ i n / a p r i l a j a c k s o n
Phone: 810.730.1179
Grand Blanc, MI 48439 Email: aajackson4316@comcast.net
FI NANCI AL ANALYST
A top-performing Finance Executive with multi-faceted general accounting experience across various
industries in both private and public sectors. Strong expertise in financial reporting, tax preparation and
tax law guidance aligned with in-depth payroll expertise, budgeting, and cost/revenue analysis.
Collaborative communicator focused on building positive relationships with peers, clients, and senior
leadership able to present complex financial information in an easily understandable way.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE


Financial Analysis
Account Reconciliation
Regulatory Compliance
Forensic Accounting
Staff Training/Supervision
Payroll & Benefits Administration
Budget Creation & Maintenance
Audits
Costs/Revenue Targeting
Quality Control
Problem Resolution
Process Improvements


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CLIO AREA SCHOOLS, CLIO, MI 2013 2014
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
Compiled operating financial statements and various analysis for the monthly/annual close process.
Conducted data gathering and complex analysis of financial information. Reconciled and balanced
accounts, revenue and other operating activity, direct expenses, inter-company transactions, and
eliminations. Provided financial data and analysis for both internal and external reporting and managed
grants.
Designed and performed internal control testing; including the development of systematic key
control compliance test plans to determine validity, accuracy, and completeness of key controls
Managed payroll and payroll tax functions and oversaw interviewing, hiring, firing, documentation,
employee benefits, pension plans, and workmens compensation audits
Directed all purchasing, real estate, lease and insurance activities for the organization
Developed corrective action plans and designed preventative control measures for detecting,
investigating and preventing intentional and unintentional misdeeds.
Extensively researched of MDE, state, & federal pronouncements and regulations to ensure
compliance
Analyzed and prepared written variance explanations and investigated accounting issues

ACADEMY OF FLINT, FLINT, MI 2008 2013
CFO
Very similar to role at Clio Area Schools.

CONLY & JOHNSON, CPAS, PC, BRIGHTON, MI 2007 2008
MANAGER
Prepared individual, partnership, corporate and non-profit tax returns. Maintained current, accurate
knowledge of tax laws for planning and preparation. Performed audits, evaluating controls and
determining compliance with policies and procedures. Compiled audit findings and recommended
improvements for operating procedures and internal controls. Key role in creating budgets, monitoring
compliance issues, and preparing monthly, quarterly and final cost reports including monthly comparisons
of actual costs/revenues versus plan and targets
Analyzed and evaluated complex business systems and user needs to define and formulate efficient
reporting systems in support of business applications.
April A. Jackson Resume, Page 2

Analyzed corporate financial information and prepared benchmark financial indicators for
management to measure and forecast trends in operating performance
Oversaw conversions to new/updated systems and streamlined accounting processes resulting in
staff reductions and company savings.
Advised attorneys and their clients in forensic accounting, litigation support, and business
valuations
Prepared project pricing and project cost reporting/analysis in multi-engagement environment
Supervise accounting staff including AP, AR, Credit/Collections, Payroll, and General Accounting

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE:
PFEFFER, HANNIFORD, PALKA CPAS, ACCOUNTANT/CONSULTANT, BRIGHTON, MI 2006 2007
FCL ADVISORS INTERNATIONAL, INC., CASE MANAGER, GREAT FALLS, VA 2005 2006
OT NEIGHHOFF & SONS, INC., CONTROLLER, GLEN BURNIE, MD 2004 2005
DAVIS, JOSEY, KEATING, & RANES, ACCOUNTANT/CONSULTANT, ANNAPOLIS, MD 2002 2004
YEO AND YEO, CPAS, ACCOUNTANT/CONSULTANT, MIDLAND, MI 2000 2001
WEINLANDER FITZHUGH, CPAS, ACCOUNTANT/CONSULTANT, BAY CITY, MI 1999 2000


EDUCATION & TRAINING


Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting and Finance
SAGINAW STATE UNIVERSITY, University Center, MI
GAAP Proficient PCOAB Audit Standards Yellow Book Audit Standards Statistical Analysis SEC
Reporting Payroll and Associated Taxes Michigan Public School Accounting

SOFTWARE PROFICIENCY


MS Office Lotus Notes Corel Office Suite MAS90/200 Business Works Quicken QuickBooks
Peachtree Creative Solutions Prosystem Tax Software Lacerte Tax Ultra Tax Great Plains Adobe
Acrobat Professional Accounting Research Manager F.A.S. Timberline Crystal Reports SchoolsOpen
Windows 7 & 8