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Nathan Carter
Chief Accounting Officer
Evanston,IL
Summary
Finance professional, bringing wealth of experience in accounting and financial management for a midsize hospitality company. Known for leading initiatives that improve financial health and operational efficiency. Focused on team collaboration and driving results, adapting effectively to changing business needs. Skilled in financial reporting, risk management, and strategic planning.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Accounting Officer
Huntington Hotel Group
01.2017 - Current
- Coordinated and lead efforts between accounting teams over nationwide portfolio of select service hotels to ensure seamless execution of key deliverables across the entire financial reporting process.
- Oversaw preparation of accurate and timely financial statements for senior leadership review and outside clients.
- Mitigated risk exposure through diligent evaluation of internal controls and proactive identification of potential issues.
- Implemented new accounting software to streamline operations, enhance data integrity, and reduce month-end closing time.
- Established strong relationships with external auditors, ensuring timely completion of annual audits.
- Mentored junior accounting staff, fostering a collaborative work environment and promoting professional growth.
Senior Associate Transaction Advisory
RSM
04.2014 - 01.2017
- Enhanced client satisfaction by conducting thorough due diligence investigations and providing actionable recommendations.
- Managed multiple simultaneous projects while consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining exceptional attention to detail in all deliverables.
- Built strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and a commitment to understanding their unique needs and concerns.
- Presented findings to senior management teams, effectively communicating complex information in an easily digestible format for non-specialist audiences.
Audit Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers
08.2011 - 04.2014
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Evaluated financial statements, identifying discrepancies and providing recommendations for corrective action.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards and regulations, ensuring accurate and compliant audits.
- Assisted clients in improving internal controls to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS 05.2001 -
Skills
Detail oriented project management
Contract negotiation
Mergers and acquisitions experience
Audit coordination and oversight
Revenue recognition expertise
Capital budgeting decisions
Interests
Timeline
Chief Accounting Officer
Huntington Hotel Group
01.2017 - Current
Senior Associate Transaction Advisory
RSM
04.2014 - 01.2017
Audit Associate
PricewaterhouseCoopers
08.2011 - 04.2014
Master of Science - Accounting
University of Kansas
05.2001 -