Mary Brant
About Mary Brant
Mary Brant serves as the Controller at Guardian Storage Solutions, where she manages accounting for 22 self-storage facilities across Pennsylvania and Colorado. With a background in accounting and finance, she has over 20 years of experience in various accounting roles, including positions at Vail Resorts and H. Lipsitz Companies.
Work at Guardian Storage
Mary Brant has served as the Controller at Guardian Storage Solutions since 2011. In this role, she manages the accounting operations for 22 self-storage facilities located across Pennsylvania and Colorado. Her responsibilities include overseeing financial reporting, compliance with local, state, and federal financial regulations, and administering construction accounting for development projects. Brant's tenure at Guardian Storage has spanned over 13 years, contributing to the company's financial management and operational efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Mary Brant holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Saint Vincent College. Additionally, she studied Finance at Penn State University, where she also earned a Bachelor's degree. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in financial principles and accounting practices, which she applies in her professional roles. Brant's expertise encompasses financial reporting, compliance, and construction accounting, making her a knowledgeable resource in the field.
Background in Accounting Management
Before joining Guardian Storage Solutions, Mary Brant accumulated significant experience in accounting management. She worked as an Accounting Manager at Vail Resorts from 1997 to 2001, where she managed financial operations in Broomfield, Colorado. Following that, she held the same position at The Resort Company LLC from 2001 to 2005 in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. Brant continued her career as an Accounting Manager at H. Lipsitz Companies from 2007 to 2011, further enhancing her skills in financial management.
Financial Reporting and Compliance
In her role as Controller, Mary Brant handles compliance with financial reporting requirements at local, state, and federal levels. She oversees financial reporting and due diligence processes related to property refinancing and new construction loans. Her responsibilities also include managing commercial property, health, and worker's compensation insurance administration, ensuring that all financial practices align with regulatory standards.