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Bookkeeping | Accounting | Problem Solving | Journal Entries | General Ledger | Budgeting | Closings

Organization | Microsoft Office | Peachtree | QuickBooks | Great Plains Accounting Software

Driven expert in the field with 20 years of dynamic experience. Assume ownership for duties with a sense of honestly and loyalty. Possess the accounting skills needed to manage and track financial stability in the private and public sectors. Served in numerous roles including leading new business operations for a commercial charter company; also served in a municipal government client base setting. Offer assistance and serve as an advisor in settings that allow for continuous learning. Enjoy the daily challenges of a dynamic work environment. Seeking a mid to senior-level opportunity as a Controller, Staff Accountant or Accounting Manager, with room for growth.

  Background includes the public sector operations and managing general accounting duties

  Led month-end closing in settings such as libraries, golf courses, school districts, police and fire pension funds

  Served as the Controller for a startup commercial charter company; created and established accounting procedures and financial stability for a fleet of seven jet aircraft varying in size

  Supervised a team of five office employees in processing Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, CS and flight planning

  Managed flight attendant responsibilities for 20 Pilots per their respective federal flight requirements

  Handled important duties such as federal fuels tax audits

  Operated as a Project Accountant for Walsh Construction on the Interstate/Tollway I88 project; handled waiver of liens, cost accounting and reporting to the Project Manager/Engineer and General Contractor specific to payments

Lead Payroll Specialist

  Process payroll for 10-12 clients and handle all related issues concerning retro, vacation, sick and Worker s Compensation pay

  Reconcile clients group benefits invoices, as well as manage individual employee deductions for medical, dental, vision, FSA, HSA, 401K, etc.

  Process new hires, terminations, and general changes via IS portals

  Maintain continuous contact to address client questions and concerns

  Deliver comprehensive accounting solutions in compliance with all policies, controls and procedures

  Complete month- and year-end financial statement preparation

  Also handle interim financial reporting, journal entries and adjustments

  Manage General Ledger maintenance, accruals, bank reconciliations, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Fixed Asset Management and budgeting

  Help audit staff develop reports, as well as assess internal controls, risks and materiality

  Process all payroll-specific taxes

  Prepare complex reports for financial analysis, ensuring full compliance with state and federal requirements

  Resolve employer challenges using innovative solutions, systems, and process improvements to increase efficiency, customer satisfaction and the bottom line

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Lead Payroll Specialist, Continued

  Report on financial results to a diverse group of consumers to facilitate their understanding, as well as foster a sense of continued financial stability

  Introduce business process improvements to enhance Accounts Payable/Receivable

  Develop and maintain common vendor files; eliminated duplication and reduced monthly processing time in the process

  Prepare, maintain and finalize projects and files; also prepare gross margin analysis

  Lead and guide front-office operations in order to deliver impeccable customer service to clients

  Liaise with financial institutions daily to ensure positive working relations

Controller

  Supervised a dynamic team of up to four administrative employees; processed Accounts Payable/Receivable, payroll and customer service functions

  Monitored and managed personnel workloads for staff teams, as well as led performance review processes

  Maintained the General Ledger, as well as monthly reconciliation of bank accounts, journal entries and the like

  Handled year-end closing, capital assets, company budgets and projections

  Liaised with financial institutions to finalize credit and loan terms

Staff Accountant

  Carefully and accurately reconciled bank accounts and capital assets

  Also processed Account Payable and Receivable with accuracy and attention to detail

Master of Business Administration, Northern Illinois University (ongoing)

Bachelor of Science, Accounting, Northern Illinois University (2014)

Associate of Arts, College of DuPage

Courses, General Education, Yavapai College

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11 N Adams St. | North Aurora, IL 60542-1623 | 0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000 | abc@xyz.com

March 19, 2018

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Dear [Hiring Agent Name],

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a (INSERT TITLE OF TARGET POSITION) capacity and am submitting my resume for your review. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration. As demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include the following accomplishments:

  I bring to any senior-level accounting role years of proven success in various capacities that call for my leadership acumen and strong background in the field.

  Over the years, I have sharpened and refined my stakeholder relations, communication and team motivation aptitudes, as well as my ability to connect positively with clients and stakeholders at all levels.

  As a professional, I work well under pressure in fast-paced work environments. I excel as both an independent contributor and valued team member to ensure sound fiscal operations.

  Independent of my practical background, I ve also commenced an MBA program, as well as earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting.

As an employee, you will find me to be a driven team player committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to your organization and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

Sincerely,

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