Kayla Coleman
Shepherdsville
Summary
Dynamic Accounting Analyst with extensive experience at LG&E and KU, excelling in journal entry preparation and variance analysis. Proven track record in process improvement and cross-functional collaboration, enhancing financial reporting efficiency. Recognized for effective communication and detail orientation, driving compliance and supporting audits with precision.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll - Sr Accountant
LG&E and KU
Louisville
12.2024 - Current
- Lead the system monthly close process.
- Prepare high- and medium-risk journal entries.
- Prepare high- and medium-risk balance sheet reconciliations.
- Review and prepare employee repayments.
- SOX reporting for system access.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with accounting standards.
- Assisted in the implementation of new accounting software for improved efficiency.
- Conducted variance analysis to identify discrepancies in financial statements.
- Supported audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations of accounts.
- Developed ad-hoc reports as requested by management team members.
- Analyzed current processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
Asset Accounting - Accounting Analyst III
LG&E and KU
Louisville
02.2017 - 12.2024
- Lead the PowerPlan system's monthly close process.
- Prepare high-risk and medium-risk journal entries and reconciliations.
- Review, approve, and unitize major capital projects.
- Maintain continuing property records.
- Prepare complex asset retirement obligation revaluations and settlements.
- Prepare and provide appropriate support for the quarterly and annual footnotes, MD&A, and cash flows.
- Analyzed financial data to support decision-making processes at LG&E and KU.
- Prepared monthly financial reports for various departments within the organization.
- Conducted audits of internal processes to identify areas for improvement and compliance.
- Trained junior staff on accounting principles and system usage at LG&E and KU.
- Developed ad-hoc reports as requested by management team members.
- Analyzed current processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Conducted variance analysis on actual results versus budgets and forecasts.
Risk Management - Accounting Analyst II
LG&E and KU
Louisville
02.2015 - 02.2017
- Prepare audited financial statements for benefit plans.
- Coordinate the audit process with external auditors.
- Review Form 5500 filings.
- Prepare journal entries for the utility companies.
- Coordinate benefit plan meetings with external auditors.
- Maintained the company's risk inventory and provided support for the enterprise risk management meetings.
- Provide support for the Enterprise Risk Management Committee's quarterly meetings.
- Review and update SOX narratives.
- Provide appropriate support for the quarterly and annual footnotes, MD&A, and cash flows.
- Prepared detailed reports for management review and decision-making.
- Assisted in the month-end closing process and reconciled accounts.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline financial operations.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance reporting efficiency and accuracy.
- Supported audits by providing necessary documentation and explanations.
- Developed ad-hoc reports as requested by management team members.
- Analyzed current processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
Education
MBA -
Indiana University
08.2018
BSBA - Accountancy
University of Louisville
Louisville, KY12.2014
Skills
- Journal entry preparation
- Balance sheet reconciliation
- Audit support
- Variance analysis
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Process improvement
- Risk assessment
- Effective communication
- Detail orientation
- Time management
Timeline
Payroll - Sr Accountant
LG&E and KU
12.2024 - Current
Asset Accounting - Accounting Analyst III
LG&E and KU
02.2017 - 12.2024
Risk Management - Accounting Analyst II
LG&E and KU
02.2015 - 02.2017
MBA -
Indiana University
BSBA - Accountancy
University of Louisville