Accounting Specialist Resume Example Wesla Federal Credit Union

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST

Professional Summary

Focused accounting professional with 25 years of experience maintaining financial records and reviewing account activity. Proven track record of developing accurate spreadsheets and delivering organized reports. Accomplish tasks within strict deadlines while prioritizing urgent needs. Seasoned in establishing and implementing processes in accordance with NCUA program to maximize accountability. Vigilant Accounts Payable Clerk with 25 years of experience working with receivable and payable accounts. Committed to on-time payments, maintaining detailed records and paying vendors on time. Detail-oriented worker with proven resourcefulness and reliability. Skilled Human Resource Manager highly effective at developing positive and productive working rapport with employees through open communication and clearly set guidelines. Experience in inventory control tracking and vendor negotiations. Diligent, hardworking and adaptable to dynamic environments.

Skills

GL and journal entries
Statement preparation
Invoice and payment processing
Reporting analysis
Audit support
Accounts payable and receivable
Data entry

Vendor relationship management
Statement reviewing
Invoice processing
Budgeting
PeopleSoft expert
Closing processes

Work History

Accounting Specialist, 07/2018 to Current
Wesla Federal Credit Union – Shreveport, LA

Applied mathematical abilities on daily basis to calculate and check figures in all areas of accounting systems.
Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
Updated general ledger with latest entries.
Prepared accounts for industry audits and supported audit process.
Tracked and documented all expenses.
Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
Verified postings to ledgers to ensure proper entry and account balances.
Provided outstanding customer service by quickly and professionally handling issues.
Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
Computerized recordkeeping systems, initiating and maintaining financial accurate and current tracking in Wisdom System, Tranzact System, and XP2 System

Back End Manager, 01/2012 to 07/2018
Lowe's Home Improvement – Shreveport, LA

Assessed personnel performance and implemented incentives and team-building events to boost morale.
Kept physical files and digitized records organized for easy updating and retrieval by authorized team members.
Tracked and recorded expenses and reconciled accounts to maintain accurate, current and compliant financial records.
Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
Established efficient workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall effectiveness of personnel and activities.
Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email or in-person to provide information and direct to desired staff members.
Managed supervisor itinerary and appointments and streamlined scheduling procedures.
Oversaw office inventory activities, including ordering and requisitions, stocking and shipment receiving.
Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.
Helped employees with day-to-day work and complex problems by applying motivational and analytical strategies.

Office Manager, 04/2008 to 01/2012
Caldwell Wholesale – Shreveport, LA

Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
Provided complete meeting support, including materials preparation and notes or minute taking.
Handled all incoming business and client requests for information.
Completed bi-weekly payroll for 30 employees.
Integrated logistic systems into company processes to improve operations and manage work orders and price changes.
Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits and recordkeeping.
Oversaw office inventory activities, including ordering and requisitions, stocking and shipment receiving.
Arranged corporate and office conferences for company employees and guests.
Established and developed highly-efficient and dependable administrative team by delivering ongoing coaching and motivation and fostering career advancement.
Compared vendor prices to ensure optimal savings.
Managed CRM database, including troubleshooting, maintenance, updates and report generation.
Tracked and recorded expenses and reconciled accounts to maintain accurate, current and compliant financial records.
Recruited and hired qualified candidates for vacant and new positions.
Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
Held oversight of office inventory activities, including ordering and requisitions, stocking and shipment receiving.
Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email or in-person to provide information and direct to desired staff members.

Administration Manager, 04/2004 to 04/2008
Lowe's Home Improvement – Ruston, LA

Hired, managed, developed and trained staff, established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews and administered salaries for staff.
Delivered expert clerical support by efficiently handling wide range of routine and special requirements.
Established and developed highly-efficient and dependable administrative team by delivering ongoing coaching and motivation and fostering career advancement.
Tracked and recorded expenses and reconciled accounts to maintain accurate, current and compliant financial records.
Developed highly-efficient administrative team through ongoing coaching and professional development opportunities.
Communicated corporate objectives across all divisions through regular correspondence and scheduled status updates.
Improved customer satisfaction scores through application of superior conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.
Completed bi-weekly payroll for 150 employees.
Established efficient workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall effectiveness of personnel and activities.
Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email or in-person to provide information and direct to desired staff members.

Education

Associate of Business Administration: Medical Office Assistance, 12/1994
Delta School of Business And Technology - Lake Charles, LA

Associate of Business Administration: Business Administration And Management, 05/1987
Coushatta Vocational - Coushatta, LA

High School Diploma: 05/1985
Red River High School - Coushatta, LA

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Wesla Federal Credit Union
Lowe's Home Improvement
Caldwell Wholesale

School Attended

Delta School of Business And Technology
Coushatta Vocational
Red River High School

Job Titles Held:

Accounting Specialist
Back End Manager
Office Manager
Administration Manager

Degrees

Associate of Business Administration : Medical Office Assistance , 12/1994
Associate of Business Administration : Business Administration And Management , 05/1987
High School Diploma : 05/1985

Accounting Specialist Resume Example

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