The Charleston Metro Chamber is pleased to announce that Chelsea McCracken has joined the Chamber team as Director of Accounting. In this role, she will oversee general accounting functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, internal financial reporting, daily and monthly account reconciliations and cash flow management in accordance with internal and external controls, regulations and standards.

“I am so excited to have Chelsea on our finance team,” said Laurie Carter, Senior Vice President of Finance. “She brings a positive energy to the organization and has great attributes that I know will help her excel in this position and ensure that our Chamber’s finances continue to operate smoothly.”

Before joining the Chamber, Chelsea worked for Convergent Outsourcing Inc. as a Staff Accountant. She has experience working for the human services department at the county level where she oversaw programs around homelessness, community development, substance use disorder and violence prevention. She is also very passionate about the healing powers of meditation and yoga, which led her to pursue certifications in each.

Chelsea is originally from Pacific, Washington and earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from the University of Phoenix. She currently resides in Mount Pleasant and looks forward to discovering all that the Charleston region has to offer.