James Kelly, MBA
About James Kelly, MBA
James Kelly, MBA, is an Accounting Supervisor at Cogentrix Energy, LLC, where he has worked since 2019. He has over 15 years of experience in accounting and finance, having held positions at various organizations including Barnabas Health and Enterprise Holdings.
Work at Cogentrix Energy
James Kelly currently serves as an Accounting Supervisor at Cogentrix Energy, LLC, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he oversees accounting operations and ensures financial accuracy within the organization. Prior to this, he worked as a Senior Accountant at Cogentrix Energy from 2015 to 2019, where he contributed to various financial reporting and analysis tasks. His tenure at Cogentrix Energy spans a total of eight years, during which he has developed a comprehensive understanding of the company's financial processes.
Education and Expertise
James Kelly earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Finance from Capella University, completing his studies from 2008 to 2011. He also holds a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Accounting from Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, which he obtained from 1999 to 2004. His educational background provides him with a solid foundation in financial principles and practices, enhancing his capabilities in accounting and finance roles.
Background in Finance Management
Before joining Cogentrix Energy, James Kelly worked as a Finance Manager at Barnabas Health for one year, from 2014 to 2015. His experience in finance management allowed him to develop skills in budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting. Additionally, he spent eleven years as a Senior Accountant at Enterprise Holdings, from 2003 to 2014, where he gained extensive experience in accounting practices and financial operations.
Career Progression
James Kelly's career in accounting began in 2003 when he joined Enterprise Holdings as a Senior Accountant. Over the course of eleven years, he advanced his expertise in the field. Following his tenure at Enterprise Holdings, he transitioned to Barnabas Health as a Finance Manager for a year. His career path led him to Cogentrix Energy, where he has progressed from Senior Accountant to Accounting Supervisor, reflecting his growth and commitment to the finance sector.