Tanaka Forrest

Detail-oriented financial professional with expertise in financial reporting, internal controls, and account reconciliation. Proven ability to prepare accurate financial statements and manage complex reconciliations.

Asst. Controller - Hash House A GO GO - Las Vegas, NV

(2025)

• Collaborated on monthly financial statements to ensure accurate reporting.
• Oversaw accounts payable & account receivable processes for timely transaction completion.
• Utilized accounting software to maintain accurate financial records daily.
• Reviewed invoices and processed payments in compliance with company policies.

Controller - Spring Mountain Treatment Center - Las Vegas, NV

(2025 - 2025)

• Reviewed journal entries to ensure accuracy & completeness, contributing to reliable financial reporting.
• Monitored accounts receivable & account payable activities to ensure proper reconciliation, supporting financial integrity.
• Oversaw accounting & payroll processes to maintain compliance and accuracy, safeguarding organizational financial health,

Director of Finance - Primm Valley Resorts - Primm, NV

(2017 - 2025)

• Created financial reports for senior management, board of directors and external auditors in accordance with GAAP.
• Oversaw month-end closing process, prepared financial statements and managed advanced reconciliations.
• Managed accounts receivable & payable activity, ensuring accurate account reconciliation and financial integrity.
• Maintained general ledger & chart of accounts, performed complex functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements.
• Developed and implemented effective internal control systems to ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies and procedures.
• Coordinated financial statement review to facilitate variance reporting and analysis of year-to-date and forecast performance against expectations.
• Compiled, prepared, and filed Federal & State tax returns in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Led daily activities of staff, including hiring, training, and evaluating personnel performance to chance team effectiveness.

Associate of Science - Business - Columbia Southern University