Carol B.
About Carol B.
Carol B. serves as the Treasurer and Manager of Finance and Accounting at ReliabilityFirst Corporation, bringing extensive experience in financial management across various industries. She holds an MBA in Finance and a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from The University of Akron, and has held several key positions in financial reporting and accounting throughout her career.
Current Role at ReliabilityFirst Corporation
Carol B. serves as the Treasurer and Manager of Finance and Accounting at ReliabilityFirst Corporation. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the financial management and accounting functions of the organization. Her role involves overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance with regulatory standards. ReliabilityFirst Corporation focuses on enhancing the reliability of the electric grid and ensuring effective financial practices within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Carol B. studied at The University of Akron, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from 1998 to 2002. She furthered her education by obtaining an MBA in Finance from the same institution between 2002 and 2005. Her expertise includes SEC research and reporting, consolidation accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley compliance, audit, and management reporting. This educational background and skill set support her roles in financial management across various industries.
Professional Background
Carol B. has a diverse professional background, having worked in multiple industries such as manufacturing, natural resources, utilities, and banking. She began her career at Charter One Bank as an Accountant in Commercial and Corporate Lending from 1997 to 2003. She then held various positions, including Regional Accountant at Belden and Blake, External Reporting Manager at Parker Hannifin, and V.P. Corporate Accounting at FirstMerit Bank. Her experience also includes a six-year tenure as an Auditor at FirstEnergy.
Previous Positions and Responsibilities
Throughout her career, Carol B. has held several key positions that have shaped her expertise in finance and accounting. At RPM International Inc., she served as Manager of Financial Reporting from 2015 to 2017. Following that, she worked at Parker Hannifin as External Reporting Manager for one year. Her responsibilities have included financial reporting, compliance, and management of accounting functions, contributing to her well-rounded experience in the field.
Photography and Personal Interests
In addition to her professional career in finance and accounting, Carol B. has a passion for photography. She focuses on capturing defining moments, specializing in sports, landscapes, wildlife conservation, sustainability, and photojournalism. This interest reflects her commitment to documenting important issues and experiences through visual storytelling.