Jerome Holloway
Bay Area
Summary
Results-driven Finance and Systems professional with over 5 years in financial transformation and accounting systems integration. Develops scalable financial architectures that align technology with business goals. Manages global financial systems and improves forecasting accuracy through cross-departmental collaboration. Oversees budgets exceeding $30M across diverse sectors, including higher education and nonprofit.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Minerva University
San Francisco
02.2024 - Current
- Serve as the primary contact for financial operations within the university, coordinating resources and establishing centralized authority across 5 departments while overseeing 70% of total budget management.
- Articulate complex financial analyses and actionable recommendations through formal presentations and comprehensive written reports, ensuring clarity and alignment with organizational goals.
- Analyze financial data to identify trends, variances, and opportunities, facilitating informed decision-making and improved financial performance.
- Manage Bill.com and QuickBooks to oversee budgets, facilitate timely purchases, verify receipt submissions, and ensure accurate expense allocation across budget categories.
- Partner with academic and administrative teams to design, implement, and test advanced financial tools that enhance scenario planning and financial analysis capabilities.
- Lead research and development of sophisticated financial models for key strategic initiatives, generating data-driven insights that inform decision-making and operational strategy.
- Develop and implement policies for financial aid and work-study programs, introducing process efficiencies that streamline the review of 1,000+ financial aid applications and optimize work-study allocation.
- Evaluate financial aid applications to determine final Expected Family Contribution (EFC) outcomes with accuracy and compliance.
Global Finance Account Coordinator
LinkedIn
Sunnyvale
07.2022 - 02.2024
- Conducted monthly financial forecasts and accruals to identify trends and inform strategic decision-making.
- Developed annual budgets and business objectives in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Supervised and reconciled 36 General Ledger accounts across global sites.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
- Tracked and resolved client purchase order discrepancies while communicating with vendors for timely fulfillment.
- Monitored weekly operations across 36 sites to support operational efficiency and enhance service delivery.
- Facilitated team communication and developed customer messaging to improve retention.
- Supported local payroll management and financial audit processes effectively.
Finance Representative
African American Community Service Agency
San Jose
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Reconciled bank statements and managed multiple accounts, ensuring financial accuracy and integrity.
- Executed journal entries and accounting procedures, facilitating timely month-end closings for multiple entities.
- Managed accounts receivable and payable, ensuring accurate financial tracking and timely reporting.
- Collaborated with Executive Director and Board of Directors to develop and manage annual budgets, aligning financial resources with organizational goals.
- Monitored grant activities, prepared regular reports for FIRST 5 Santa Clara County to ensure compliance and transparency.
- Oversaw and communicated progress on $500,000 grant from County of Santa Clara, ensuring compliance and transparency throughout the funding period.
- Conducted statistical analyses, coordinated internal and external audits, and led special projects.
- Processed daily inventory transactions to maintain accurate records.
Education
San Jose State University
San Jose, CASkills
- Financial analysis and budgeting
- Financial modeling tools
- Data reporting and validation
- ERP workflow automation
- SAP and QuickBooks proficiency
- Billcom and Smartsheets expertise
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Verbal and written communication
Key Achievements
- Reduced financial aid processing time by 20% through optimized policy design and workflow automation.
- Enhanced forecasting accuracy by 15% by reconciling and standardizing global accounts for LinkedIn financial teams.
- Drove digital transformation by introducing dynamic budgeting tools to track multi‑entity expenditures in real time.
- Managed $500K county grant, achieving 100% regulatory adherence
- Led compliance success by maintaining perfect audit outcomes for federal and county programs.
Timeline
Finance Manager
Minerva University
02.2024 - Current
Global Finance Account Coordinator
LinkedIn
07.2022 - 02.2024
Finance Representative
African American Community Service Agency
01.2020 - 12.2022
San Jose State University