Christopher Owens, MBA
About Christopher Owens, MBA
Christopher Owens is an Accounting Operations Specialist with a strong background in financial management and data analytics. He has held various roles in the finance sector, including positions at JPMorgan Chase & Co. and FedEx Office, and currently works at Swingle Collins & Associates, where he has implemented operational efficiencies and streamlined processes.
Work at Swingle Collins & Associates
Christopher Owens serves as an Accounting Operations Specialist at Swingle Collins & Associates since 2021. In this role, he has developed comprehensive Accounts Payable and Vendor Payable manuals, which have enhanced operational efficiency within the organization. He skillfully manages accounts payable using the Applied Epic management system, ensuring efficient financial operations. Owens conducts thorough reconciliations of all agency-billed insurance payables, which guarantees timely payments. He plays a key role in month-end closing activities, contributing to accurate financial reporting.
Previous Experience at JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Before his current position, Christopher Owens worked at JPMorgan Chase & Co. as a Loss Mitigation Specialist II from 2011 to 2014 in Lewisville, TX. During his three-year tenure, he gained experience in financial operations and loss mitigation strategies, which contributed to his expertise in the financial sector.
Education and Expertise
Christopher Owens holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Phoenix, which he completed from 2012 to 2015. He furthered his education at Louisiana State University, earning a Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics from 2020 to 2021. He also achieved a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Louisiana State University, graduating with honors in 2023, after completing the program from 2020 to 2022. His educational background supports his expertise in accounting and data analytics.
Career at FedEx Office and ViaTech
Christopher Owens has held various positions that contributed to his professional development. He worked as a Disbursement Analyst at FedEx Office from 2014 to 2015 in Frisco, TX, where he managed financial disbursements. Following this role, he served as an Accounts Payable Analyst (Contract) at ViaTech from 2015 to 2016 in Dallas, TX, for eight months. These experiences allowed him to transition into managing vendor payables, showcasing his adaptability in financial management.
Key Skills and Contributions
In his current role and previous positions, Christopher Owens has demonstrated strong financial management skills. He has streamlined the deposit process for checks received from agency-billed insurance companies, enhancing accuracy. Owens identifies discrepancies in agency billing, ensuring alignment between insurance company and agency invoices. He also conducts bank and company credit card reconciliations, strengthening financial oversight and accuracy, while managing and auditing employee expense reports to ensure compliance with company policies.