Jessica A. Meador, MBA
About Jessica A. Meador, MBA
Jessica A. Meador, MBA, is an experienced Accounting Manager currently employed at Coolfire Studios in Saint Louis, Missouri. She has held various accounting roles across multiple companies, including Laird Technologies, Cassidy Turley, and Elsevier, and holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and an MBA in Business Administration.
Current Role at Coolfire Studios
Jessica A. Meador serves as the Accounting Manager at Coolfire Studios, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she oversees financial operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with relevant regulations. Her responsibilities include managing the accounting team and streamlining financial processes to enhance efficiency. Based in Saint Louis, Missouri, she contributes to the company's financial strategy and supports its growth objectives.
Previous Experience in Accounting
Before joining Coolfire Studios, Jessica A. Meador accumulated extensive experience in various accounting roles. She worked at Laird Technologies as a Financial Consolidations Accountant from 2007 to 2009. Following that, she served as a Senior Corporate Accountant at Cassidy Turley from 2010 to 2013. Additionally, she held positions at Elsevier as a Financial Analyst from 2002 to 2007, and at Tenet Healthcare as a Senior Accountant from 2000 to 2002. Her diverse background in accounting has equipped her with a broad skill set.
Education and Professional Development
Jessica A. Meador earned her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Rockhurst University, completing her studies from 1991 to 1995. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Webster University, where she studied Business Administration and Management from 2009 to 2013. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her career in accounting and finance.
Career History Overview
Jessica A. Meador's career spans multiple organizations and roles within the accounting field. She began her career at Maritz as an Accountant from 1997 to 1999, followed by a position at Coca-Cola Enterprises as a Sales & Use Tax GL Accountant from 1999 to 2000. After that, she worked at LMC Industries, Inc. as an Accountant/Payroll/Human Resources/Benefits from 2015 to 2016. This varied experience has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of financial management.