Keenan Duke
Los Angeles
Summary
Motivated and adaptable professional with a background in accounting and customer-facing sales, eager to grow within the accounting and finance field. Recognized for strong cross-departmental collaboration and a detail-oriented approach to managing accounts payable, reconciling financial data, and reporting spending. Brings a strong work ethic, analytical mindset, and commitment to delivering value across teams and the company. Experienced in building rapport with clients and colleagues, supporting financial and operational initiatives, and ready to contribute to a high-performing finance team with reliability, initiative, and a continuous improvement mindset.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Development Representative
Breakthru Beverage
10.2025 - Current
- Managed accurate sales pipeline to maintain high volume of activity.
- Aided in conducting market and field research to identify new business opportunities within assigned territories.
- Qualified leads by assessing needs and aligning them with product offerings.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to refine lead generation campaigns.
1st Assistant Accountant
NBC Universal - "The Kelly Clarkson Show"
09.2019 - 06.2025
- Oversaw accounts payable processes, including purchase orders, journal entries, distribution changes, and reconciliation of company purchase cards.
- Maintained financial accuracy and reporting in accordance with company policy.
- Collaborated with Key Production Accountant and Corporate Finance to address departmental needs and resolve issues efficiently.
- Developed and maintained effective communication channels among production teams for optimal collaboration.
Accounting Clerk
NBC Universal - "Access Hollywood"
03.2016 - 09.2019
- Assisted in accounts payable processes, including invoice verification and reconciliation of petty cash and purchase card transactions.
- Assisted payroll accountant by ensuring accurate timecard documentation and processing.
- Managed journal entries and organized financial filing systems to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.
Production Assistant
NBC Universal - "Access Hollywood"
01.2014 - 03.2016
- Coordinated production schedules to ensure timely delivery of segments for "Access Hollywood" episodes.
- Managed equipment setups and breakdowns, supporting efficient production workflows during shoots.
- Collaborated with on-air talent and crew to maintain high-quality standards during live broadcasts.
- Completed wide range of tasks in diverse filming areas to support operations.
Education
Speech Communication/Psychology
University of Texas At Tyler
Tyler, TXSkills
- Client service
- Microsoft Office
- Analytical Skills
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Strong multitasking
- Audit reporting
- Exceptional organization
- Customer relations
Timeline
Sales Development Representative
Breakthru Beverage
10.2025 - Current
1st Assistant Accountant
NBC Universal - "The Kelly Clarkson Show"
09.2019 - 06.2025
Accounting Clerk
NBC Universal - "Access Hollywood"
03.2016 - 09.2019
Production Assistant
NBC Universal - "Access Hollywood"
01.2014 - 03.2016
Speech Communication/Psychology
University of Texas At Tyler