Brooke Waters

About Brooke Waters

WHAT I DOI am a dedicated Accounting Professional with 7+ years of experience in accounting, banking, and mathematics. I am a detail-oriented professional who is motivated by problem solving and improving processes. I am currently working as a Finance Manager in the legal field. KNOWLEDGE I BRINGI am a former mathematics educator who has transitioned to the accounting field. I carry many transferable skills from education such as relationship management, strategic planning & execution, training & development, project management, and process improvements.

Experience

1. Finance Manager

   Baker Sterchi Cowden & Rice

   Apr 2025 — Present

   Handle heavy volume of highly complex billing and electronic billing for clients throughout the entire process including prebill generation and edits, updating matter and attorney rates, and running client reports Assists in the management of department budgets and insuring budgets align with the general ledger Pro-actively monitors aging unbilled fees & unbilled costs & unapplied cash Researches aging accounts receivable & works with billing team to address collections effortsManages corporate bank accounts, including opening new accounts, maintaining account records, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and banking regulations.Delivers ad hoc financial reports to department heads, enabling data-driven decision-making and contributing to improved budgeting, cost control, and overall firm financial health

Education

• Emporia State University

  Master of Science - MS, Educational Administration

• Western Governors University

  Bachelor of Business Administration - BBA, Accounting

• Kansas State University

  Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), Secondary Math Education and Teaching

Skills

• Research
• Management
• Leadership
• Customer Service
• Project Management
• Microsoft Word
• Public Speaking
• Microsoft Office
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel