Jessica Brillion

About Jessica Brillion

Results-driven Accounting Manager and Certified Management Accountant (CMA) with 9+ years of progressive experience leading financial operations, month-end close, audits, budgeting, and system transformations across global organizations including BARBRI Global and Enterprise Holdings (Enterprise Mobility).I specialize in building scalable finance processes, strengthening internal controls, and driving cost savings through automation and smart system implementations, including AP automation, expense platforms, travel systems, ERP integrations in NetSuite OneWorld, and a corporate credit card program that alone generated $80K+ annually in rebate revenue. My work converting B2B customers to ACH has also delivered over $100K per year in reduced processing fees.With hands-on leadership across U.S. and U.K. entities, I bring strong expertise in GAAP reporting, multi-currency accounting, revenue recognition, intercompany transactions, and tax compliance (VAT, PAYE, 1099s), paired with executive-ready financial analysis and budgeting.A graduate of Northern Illinois University who balanced three jobs while putting myself through college, I thrive in fast-paced environments where change management, process improvement, and data-driven decision-making create measurable business value.Always open to connecting with finance leaders, systems innovators, and professionals passionate about building smarter accounting operations.

Experience

1. Accounting Manager

   BARBRI

   Jul 2023 — Present · Dallas, TX, US

   Manage all accounting functions including but not limited to the monthly accounting close process, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll (International)•Review, evaluate, implement and where possible standardize accounting systems, policies, and procedures.•Ensure all financial reports are prepared in a timely and accurate manner, including but not limited to balance sheets, income statements, cash-flow reports, budgets, and variance analysis.• Supervise monthly balancing of books and monthly account reviews; prepare and present monthly financial statements.•Coordinate annual independent audit and preparation of annual tax documents.•Direct budget preparation, review budget proposals, and prepare necessary supporting documentation and justification for proposed budgets. Assist with company strategic planning.Provide management with timely reviews of organization\'s financial status and progress.Ensure compliance with statutory payroll and property tax reporting.•Hire, train, supervise, motivate, and develop the accounting team; manage schedules and prioritize workflow and deliverables.•Establish and maintain systems and controls that verify the integrity of all systems, processes and data.

Education

• Northern Illinois University

  Minor, German, Language and Business

  2015 — 2018

• Northern Illinois University

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accountancy

  2015 — 2018

• Montfort-Gymnasium, Tettnang, Germany.

  German, General Studies

  2013 — 2013

• Glenbard East High School

  High School Diploma

  2010 — 2014