Deardra Littlejohn, Cpa, MBA
About Deardra Littlejohn, Cpa, MBA
Deardra Littlejohn is a CPA and MBA who serves as the Director of Accounting at Purpose Financial in Spartanburg, South Carolina. With extensive experience across various industries, she has held significant positions at firms such as Ernst & Young, Delta Air Lines, and Porsche Financial Services.
Work at Purpose Finance
Deardra Littlejohn serves as the Director of Accounting at Purpose Financial since 2020. In this role, she oversees the accounting functions and ensures compliance with financial regulations. Her responsibilities include managing financial reporting and implementing effective financial management systems. Purpose Financial is located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, where Littlejohn applies her extensive experience to enhance the company's accounting practices.
Previous Experience in Accounting
Before joining Purpose Financial, Deardra Littlejohn held various significant positions in accounting and finance. She worked at Ernst & Young as a Senior Auditor from 1996 to 2000. Following that, she served as the Director of Accounting/Controller at West Corporation from 2004 to 2009. Littlejohn also held roles at Delta Air Lines as a Financial Analyst and at Taylor Morrison as an Assistant Controller. Her diverse experience spans multiple industries, including home building, airline, and manufacturing.
Education and Expertise
Deardra Littlejohn earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the Wilbur O. and Ann Powers College of Business at Clemson University, where she studied from 1991 to 1995. She later pursued a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) at Colorado State University, completing her studies from 2011 to 2015. Her educational background supports her expertise in financial management, compliance, and regulatory standards.
Compliance and Regulatory Experience
Littlejohn has extensive experience in managing compliance with federal and state disclosure reporting requirements. She has worked as a Compliance Manager at Primo Water Corporation from 2018 to 2020, where she focused on ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Additionally, she possesses expertise in managing CFPB examinations and demonstrates proficiency in both US GAAP and IFRS standards, showcasing her versatility in financial reporting.
Background in Internal Controls
Throughout her career, Deardra Littlejohn has developed a strong background in internal controls and financial management. She served as the Internal Controls Effectiveness Manager at Porsche Financial Services from 2014 to 2018. In this capacity, she implemented documentation systems to ensure comprehensive and efficient financial management. Her roles have consistently involved enhancing internal controls and compliance measures across various organizations.