Mary has always been a whiz with numbers and multitasking, and she’s used it to her advantage throughout her career. After studying accounting and business management in college, Mary worked in numerous industries as a full-scope bookkeeper and account manager over her 36+ year career. From banking to manufacturing, real estate and healthcare, consumer products to public-sector consulting, and education to logistics, Mary has demonstrated the finance skills across countless industries – far more than those listed here – to be a valuable team member for nearly any business.
As Taylor Johnson’s accounting director, Mary enjoys the versatility of her role in all things accounting and HR related, as well as the never-ending juggling of her tasks, which keep it exciting for her.
When she’s not working, she enjoys spending time outdoors, volunteering in her community, and spending time with her family & friends.
BEYOND THE BIO
With Taylor Johnson since: March 2015
Three words that describe me are: Hard-working, goal-oriented and passionate.
When I was growing up I thought I’d be a: A surgeon.
The best professional advice I received was: My dad told me, “If you want something (professionally and in life), set goals, have courage and faith in yourself and you can make it happen – the only one who can stop you, is you.”
Favorite Chicago building: Collectively I love the whole city skyline lit up at night.
On my playlist: I am all over the board on music. I just need the right tune/beat with whatever I’m doing at the time.
My favorite app: My Garmin app and text
Favorite pastime: Being outdoors – by or in the water, bike riding, hiking, watching movies, flea markets/antique shops and town festivals. Trying restaurants I haven’t been to before. Random road trips and planning my next remodel project at home.
What I like most about TJ: The friendly, welcoming atmosphere of the whole team.
Most people don’t know that: Very little offends or embarrasses me, yet being the center of attention makes me uncomfortable.
My guilty pleasure is: Imagining what to design and remodel next. BBQ, soft serve ice cream and Frango mints.