Iryna Whitnah, Cpa
About Iryna Whitnah, Cpa
Iryna Whitnah is a Finance and Accounting Manager at Americold Logistics, LLC, where she has worked since 2019. She has extensive experience in finance and accounting, having held various positions at UPS and other companies in both the United States and Ukraine.
Work at Americold Logistics
Iryna Whitnah serves as the Finance and Accounting Manager at Americold Logistics, LLC., a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she leads a team of accountants, focusing on recruitment, training, and development to enhance team performance. She oversees the month-end close process, preparing detailed summaries of financial results for senior management. Whitnah plays a key role in integrating operational and financial systems, ensuring seamless financial reporting and planning processes. Additionally, she manages the preparation and completion of internal and external audit requests, ensuring adherence to accounting policies and guidelines.
Previous Experience at UPS
Prior to her current role, Iryna Whitnah worked at UPS in various positions from 2014 to 2019. She served as an Accountant Auditor from 2014 to 2015, followed by a role as Corporate Accountant from 2015 to 2016. She then advanced to the position of Benefits Realization Project Management Sr. Accountant, where she worked for two years until 2018. Her final role at UPS was as External Reporting Supervisor for one year in the Greater Atlanta Area. This diverse experience contributed to her expertise in finance and accounting.
Career at LG Electronics and Other Companies
Iryna Whitnah has significant experience in finance and accounting, having worked at LG Electronics as the Accounting and Reporting Manager from 2011 to 2014 in Kiev, Ukraine. She also held the position of Finance Controller at Edipresse from 2009 to 2011. Earlier in her career, she worked at Metro Cash and Carry as an Accountant in Corporate Reporting from 2007 to 2009 and at Avon Cosmetics as an Accountant from 1998 to 2006. These roles have provided her with a solid foundation in financial management across various industries.
Education and Professional Qualifications
Iryna Whitnah holds a BS/MS in Accounting and Auditing from the Ukrainian National University, which she completed from 1999 to 2005. She furthered her education by studying at The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), where she achieved The Diploma in International Financial Reporting (DipIFR) from 2010 to 2011. These qualifications have equipped her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her roles in finance and accounting.