Larry Brown

About Larry Brown

I have the privilege to serve as the Chief Fun Officer of Guardian Savings Bank where I create a positive and engaging work environment through creative initiatives, team-building activities, recognition programs and most importantly wearing crazy hats. My goal is to foster a culture of joy, laughter, and motivation among our employees, while also ensuring the bank\'s financial stability and success. Happy Employees = Happy CustomersI\'m also the Chief Financial Officer at Guardian Savings Bank, I leverage my public accounting background and 20+ years of experience in accounting and finance to drive strategic growth and operational excellence.

Experience

1. Chief Fun Officer

   Guardian Savings Bank

   Feb 2025 — Present

   Enhance employee morale and engagement through creative initiatives to bring joy and laughter to the workplace.• Organize team-building activities and events to foster a positive and fun work environment.• Implement recognition programs to celebrate employee achievements and boost motivation.

Education

• University of Kentucky

  B.S. Accounting and B.B.A. Finance, Accounting and Finance

  1999 — 2004

Skills

• Financial Accounting
• Gaap
• General Ledger
• Credit
• Financial Modeling
• Payroll
• Auditing
• Sarbanes-Oxley
• Us Gaap
• Cpa
• Cash Flow
• Financial Statements
• Accounts Receivable
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Due Diligence
• Microsoft Word
• Cash Management
• Bookkeeping
• Tax Preparation
• Sec Filings
• Loans
• Assurance
• Strategic Financial Planning
• Accounts Payable
• Corporate Finance
• Corporate Tax
• External Audit
• Banking
• Hyperion Enterprise
• Account Reconciliation
• Variance Analysis
• Forecasting
• Sarbanes-Oxley Act
• Financial Audits
• Internal Controls
• Quickbooks
• Financial Reporting
• Mergers & Acquisitions
• Consolidation