Yashonda Farmer
About Yashonda Farmer
Yashonda Farmer is a Staff Accountant Lead at Inspire Brands, where she has worked since 2018. She has a background in accounting and finance, with previous roles at GPS Hospitality, RYLA Inc., Chick-fil-A, and Subway.
Work at Inspire Brands
Yashonda Farmer serves as the Staff Accountant Lead - GL at Inspire Brands. She has held this position since 2018, contributing to the financial operations of the company for six years. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing general ledger activities and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Her expertise in accounting practices supports the financial integrity of Inspire Brands.
Previous Employment Experience
Prior to her current role, Yashonda Farmer worked at GPS Hospitality as a Staff Accountant from 2015 to 2018 in Woodstock, GA. She also has experience as a Manager/Trainer at Chick-fil-A from 2010 to 2015 and as a CSR/Floor Support at RYLA Inc. for Verizon from 2009 to 2010. Earlier in her career, she worked as a Cashier/Trainer at Subway from 2007 to 2008.
Education and Expertise
Yashonda Farmer earned her Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Accounting and Finance from Kennesaw State University - Michael J. Coles College of Business, completing her studies from 2009 to 2013. She possesses expertise in Profit and Loss (P&L) Review and Cash Analysis, which are essential for financial oversight. Additionally, she is proficient in Bank Reconciliations and Account Reconciliations.
Skills and Competencies
Yashonda Farmer has developed strong communication skills, which are vital for collaboration with team members and stakeholders in the accounting field. Her ability to manage and verify financial records is demonstrated through her proficiency in reconciliations and financial analysis. These skills enhance her effectiveness in her current role and contribute to the overall financial health of the organizations she has worked for.
High School Education
Yashonda Farmer completed her high school education at South Cobb High School, where she achieved a dual diploma. This foundational education set the stage for her further studies in business and accounting.