Katrina White

Detail-driven financial operations leader with 15+ years of experience supporting multi-entity organizations across hospitality, retail, construction, and professional services. Proven track record of building scalable processes, accelerating close timelines, and strengthening cash flow management. Known for delivering 100% compliance and serving as a trusted strategic partner to executive leadership.

Controller at Greater Williamsburg Sports & Events Center (KemperSports) (2026-03 – Present)

• Sole on-property finance leader for KemperSports-managed sports and events facility; dual reporting structure to corporate Finance Department and General Manager
• Manage full-cycle accounting including budgeting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end close using Great Plains ERP
• Process bi-weekly payroll and oversee HR onboarding for hourly and salaried staff
• Drive expense tracking, cost controls, and procurement across all departments; manage office operations and vendor relationships via Bill.com
• Built multi-departmental budget workbooks and consolidated expense tracker aligned to corporate GL structure and GP upload requirements

Senior Bookkeeper at The Premier Companies Inc. (2025-11 – 2026-04)

• Lead day-to-day accounting operations for multiple client entities in QuickBooks Online
• Prepare journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and support month-end close
• Prepare and file monthly sales tax returns and provide reporting guidance to bookkeepers

Director of Finance at The Williamsburg Winery, LTD (2022-08 – 2025-07)

• Financial lead for winery production, restaurant, hotel, and two retail locations generating $7M+ in annual revenue
• Directed month-end close and financial reporting—consistently closed by 5th business day
• Oversaw AP/AR, cash deposits, credit card settlements, and ADP payroll processing
• Implemented procurement controls that reduced expenses and strengthened cash flow management
• Achieved 100% compliance on all sales, excise, and ABC tax filings
• Primary liaison with CPAs, external auditors, and banking partners

Manager of Finance at Aromas + The Hound's Tale Restaurant + Captain's Den (2022-01 – 2022-08)

• Financial lead for five restaurant locations across Williamsburg and Newport News
• Processed bi-weekly payroll, managed AP, and maintained cash controls
• Supported sales and use tax compliance and food cost analysis

Application Support Specialist at Trimble Viewpoint (2021-10 – 2022-01)

• Liaison between Trimble Viewpoint and customers to resolve complex ERP software issues
• Applied Viewpoint ERP expertise across accounting, project management, and equipment modules
• Utilized Salesforce daily to monitor, track, and document customer interactions

Financial Director / Controller at David A. Nice Builders, Inc. (2009-01 – 2021-06)

• Senior finance leader for $45M construction company with full P&L responsibility
• Oversaw full-cycle accounting, job cost accounting, and financial reporting for two LLCs
• Transformed monthly close process—reduced timeline from 60 days to 10 days through strategic process redesign
• Led all external audits and served as primary liaison with CPA firm
• Managed five direct reports and established streamlined workflows that improved accuracy and efficiency

Associate Degree in Business Administration – Virginia Peninsula Community College (2005 – 2007)