Sunny Edwards

Experience

1. Consultant, Accounting Advisor

   Nationwide

   Sep 2021 — Present · Columbus, OH, US

   o Manages the planning, preparation and review of complex federal, state and local statutory financial statements and reports, supplemental and statistical forms and data calls, and/or employment, premium, sales/use and personal property tax returns as well as related journal entries in accordance with state and federal laws, regulations and/or instructionso Coordinates and actively participates in the development and design of new and enhanced systems and processes within the assigned area(s).o Focuses on talent management and engagement within the organization. Directs associate management, including: performance management, salary planning and administration, training and development, workflow and organizational planning and disciplinary actions.o Stays informed and analyzes the potential impact of pending legislation and proposed new or revised GAAP and Statutory accounting policies, including the evaluation of the cost to the enterprise. o oCoordinates the research, analysis and implementation of new and/or revised accounting policies, procedures and disclosures with Accounting Policy.o Responsible for the timely initiation of high dollar amounts of related tax and fee payments as required by the state and federal laws, regulations and instructions.o Provides audit evidence and support to external audit firms and state departments of insurance.o Manages and reviews work performed by lower-level staff and offshore contractors.o Researches and advises senior management on key competitor and industry financial reporting best practices.o Prepares, reviews and maintains documentation and testing of controls over financial reporting.

Education

• The Ohio State University

  Bachelor of Science, Business AdministrationSpecializing; Accounting and Economics

  2006 — 2011

• Capital University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General

  2015 — 2017