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ACCOUNTANT 1
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Accountant 1State Of Louisiana | Abita Springs , LA | May 2006 - Current
- Supported department staff by performing wide range of clerical and administrative tasks.
- Reviewed all tax returns prepared by individual departments before approval.
- Oversaw full accounting cycle, including compiling and analyzing data, posting and adjusting journal and ledger entries, preparing financial statements and reports and closing books.
- Processed bank reconciliations and financial reports to verify practice of proper due diligence.
- Reconciled monthly bank statements and resolved any discrepancies.
- Assessed accounting accuracy, performing daily cash functions including A/P and A/R tracking, budgeting, payroll transactions, wage allocation, salary expenses, online donations, and bank, credit card and petty cash reconciliations.
- Tracked all capital spending against approved capital requests.
- Processed payroll, electronic deposits and employee pay adjustments.
- Investigated and resolved billing issues to generate revenues and minimize outstanding debts.
- Collaborated extensively with auditors during preliminary and year-end audit processes.
- Streamlined financial efficiencies, developing Excel reports to show ROI formonthly mailings.
- Authored staff expense and reimbursement tracker leveraging data validation to reduce user errors and increase reporting accuracy.
- Organized expense reports to track and report expenses on business-related trips.
- Used advanced software skills to produce high-quality documents, reports and presentations.
- Reached out to customers to verify information and follow up on issues.
- Investigated and resolved discrepancies in monthly bank accounts.
- Analyzed wills, insurance policies and corporate contracts.
- Maximized tax return profitability by interviewing students to obtain taxable income, deductible expenses and allowance information.
- Advise clients on how to establish new businesses in [Location].
- Evaluated accounting controls on frequent basis in order to assess and devise potential improvements.
- Overhauled processes and structures to improve compliance with all applicable standards.
- Created and executed short- and long-term customized comprehensive financial strategies to reach company goals.
- Generated profit and loss statements to detail company's revenues and expenses.
- Developed spreadsheets to track expenses.
- Limited financial discrepancies through accurate coordination of accounts payable and accounts receivable.
- Liaised with auditors to complete annual audits and maintain compliance with local, state and federal requirements.
- Researched changes in laws to maintain adherence to financial regulations.
- Educated management members on strategies for minimizing tax liability.
- Supported budget administration with detailed expense analyses and report reviews.
- Aligned all financial activity with GAAP regulations and standards.
- Identified operational processes inefficiencies and recommended necessary improvements.
- Performed comprehensive assessments to determine viability, stability and profitability of clients' business operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiencies, processing data analysis to further implement best financial practices for client retention.
- Strengthened audit control practices by implementing planning techniques and tests for speedy discovery.
- Revised and streamlined inefficient work procedures with automation software.
- Facilitated month-end close processes, invoicing, journal entries and account reconciliations.
Secretary SpecialistCatholic Health Initiative | West Des Moines , IA | February 1988 - June 2006
- Oversaw filing systems and scanned documents to manage physical and electronic documents and information.
- Automated office operations, as well as managed client correspondence, record tracking and data communications.
- Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
- Kept detailed inventory records and made supply orders, cutting costs by monitoring use and effectively sourcing products.
- Raised funds by organizing multiple events and diligently managing details to ensure timely completion.
- Prevented scheduling errors by demonstrating strong attention to detail while managing daily calendar and creating weekly or monthly reports and presentations.
- Requisitioned office supplies, assisted in payroll, performed recordkeeping and tracked time cards for all departmental office employees.
- Proofed and edited letters and other correspondence to correct grammar and spelling errors.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by accurately analyzing and managing customer orders and invoices for various Fortune 500 companies.
- Improved productivity initiatives, including coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
- Maintained personnel records, including applications, performance reports, payroll records, and medical files.
- Created professional memoranda, letters and [Type] copy for [Job Title]s, meeting expected deadlines for distribution.
- Collaborated with [Job Title] and [Job Title] in [Timeframe] meetings, took meticulous notes and distributed minutes to all attendees.
- Produced and distributed team newsletters, email updates and other forms of communication.
- Maintained office safety by screening visitors, updating logs and issuing temporary passes.
- Executed on-time, under-budget projects by solving complex issues for senior leadership.
- Coordinated catering services for various functions, including sales trainings and department meetings.
- Attended government health website project meetings and transcribed meeting minutes, topics of interest and project statuses.
- Aided board of directors during executive decision-making processes by generating [Type] reports to support direction for corrective actions and improvements.
- Managed conference calls by documenting participant details and preparing audio recordings for future reference.
- Drove customer feedback to deliver information to management for corrective action.
- Kept tracking system of [Type] information for program.
- Planned and executed corporate meetings, lunches and special events for groups of [Number]+ employees.
- Screened and verified visitors for identification credentials and purpose of visit to maintain security of personnel and office environment.
- Conducted thorough research using various media sources to obtain relevant data for staff requirements.
- Maintained [Number]% accuracy while digitizing records, taking meeting minutes and messages and transcribing notes in updated [Type] software.
- Prepared sleek and engaging [Type] presentations using [Software].
- Eliminated financial discrepancies by tracking hours and customer billing, realizing [Number]% accuracy.
- Tracked expenses and documented records using [Software].
- Created PowerPoint presentations used for business development.
SecretarySt Joseph School Of Nursing | Johnston , RI | February 1985 - August 1988
- Scheduled conferences and associated travel arrangements, including hotel, airfare and ground transportation.
- Created and updated [Software] spreadsheets to track [Type] and [Type] data for [Job title] use.
- Created and maintained spreadsheets and developed administrative and logistical reports.
- Composed, proofread and distributed clean and professional business correspondence and internal team communications.
- Planned and executed corporate meetings, lunches and special events for groups of [Number]+ employees.
- Managed master [Type] calendar for [Number] personnel.
- Prepared sleek and engaging [Type] presentations using [Software].
- Processed accurate payroll for [Number] staff and submitted direct deposits with [Software].
- Drafted and corrected professional business letters, internal memoranda and less formal email communication.
- Maintained master calendar for client appointments and court appearances.
- Conducted thorough research using various media sources to obtain relevant data for staff requirements.
- Documented and shared [Timeframe] meeting minutes.
- Maintained office schedule and special event calendars for [Type] group, factoring in availability and expected operational demands to keep workloads in balance.
- Produced and distributed team newsletters, email updates and other forms of communication.
- Set travel arrangements and gathered documents for management and executive staff meetings and trips.
- Oversaw office inventory by restocking supplies and submitting purchase orders for new [Type] and [Type] products.
- Guided administrative and professional staff through computer and software problems.
- Created agendas, took minutes and prepared [Type] documents for meetings.
Education and Training
High School DiplomaSouth Broward High School | | City, State | June 1979
Liberal Arts And General StudiesBCC Broward Community College | City, State
- [Number] GPA
Secretarial Studies And Office AdministrationSheridan Vocational Program | | City, State | June 1984
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School Attended
- South Broward High School
- BCC Broward Community College
- Sheridan Vocational Program
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Job Titles Held:
- Accountant 1
- Secretary Specialist
- Secretary
Degrees
- High School Diploma
Liberal Arts And General Studies
Secretarial Studies And Office Administration
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