Carole Brown
About Carole Brown
Carole Brown is a Senior Financial Analyst and Senior Accountant at US Foods, where she has worked since 2003. She holds an MBA and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Bradley University and manages financial operations for over 70 divisions.
Work at US Foods
Carole Brown has been employed at US Foods since 2003, serving as a Senior Financial Analyst and Senior Accountant. Her role involves managing financial operations and ensuring accuracy in financial reporting. She acts as the audit point of contact for the company, which includes overseeing various financial processes. Brown is responsible for handling accounts payable interface issues that involve over $4 million in transactions weekly. She also manages reconciliation and journal entries for more than 70 divisions, ensuring that financial records are accurate and up-to-date.
Education and Expertise
Carole Brown holds a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Bradley University, where she studied Business Administration and Management from 1992 to 1994. Prior to her master's degree, she earned a Bachelor's Degree in the same field at Bradley University from 1988 to 1992. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in financial analysis and accounting principles, which she applies in her current role at US Foods.
Background
Carole Brown completed her high school education at East Peoria Community High School from 1984 to 1988. Following high school, she pursued higher education at Bradley University, where she developed her expertise in business administration and management. This educational journey equipped her with the skills necessary for her long-standing career in finance and accounting.
Achievements
In her role at US Foods, Carole Brown conducts inventory valuation and addresses weight discrepancies, contributing to the accuracy of financial reporting. She oversees the collection and tracking of unclaimed property and handles the resolution of accounts payable integrity and aging issues. Additionally, she tracks, reconciles, and researches quantity variances, demonstrating her commitment to maintaining financial accuracy and integrity within the organization.