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Driven, focused, and hard-working Accounting Professional with 15+ years of experience and a proven ability to lead others and oversee daily accounting operations within fast-paced environments. Experienced in managing cross-functional teams, managing month and/or year end closing, administering both payroll and benefit programs, and coaching/training staff members. Highly adept in improving operational efficiency levels in addition to maintaining strong communication with co-workers, staff, customers, and members of executive management.

Proficient in: Microsoft Dynamics, Oracle, ADP, Exponenthr, Benefitsover, and Microsoft Office Suite

Accounting Best Practices Payroll Management GAAP Principles Financial Statement Presentation

Vendor Management Cash Forecasts/Variance Analysis Expense Analysis/Monitoring Employee Benefits

Process Improvement Oral/Written Communication Cross-Functional Team Leadership Time Management

  Directed daily administrative and financial operations within the organization which required overseeing daily accounting tasks, completing comprehensive financial analysis, and generating accounting reports

  Completed analysis of budgeting variances and created forecasting models, worked closely with executive management during audits, and lead month/year end closing processes

  Instrumental in reducing overhead cost within the department due to completing detailed market analysis in addition to reducing payroll costs through the reduction of worked overtime hours

  Maintained a significant knowledge of industry specific regulations/principles such as ERISA, COBRA, FMLA, HIPAA, and FLSA

  Awarded both Employee of the Year and Employee with Integrity Award

  Coordinated both compensation and benefit logistics within a successful organization which included completing month/year end closing in addition to generating both monthly and quarterly financial reports

  Played a lead role in the completion of an annual 401k audit program, completed benefit plan reconciliation, and oversaw benefit enrollments/terminations

  Instrumental in leading annual open enrollment events, analyzed current benefit needs and made new product recommendations, and supported over 300 staff members

  Managed day to day accounting operations within the organization with a concentration on increasing productivity and departmental efficiency

  Acted as a member of the accounting team which was tasked with completing month-end closing, oversaw the annual program budgeting cycle, and generated financial forecasts

  Performed detailed data analysis in order to identify potential variances, administered both payroll and benefit programs, and assisted with special projects

Additional Experience Includes: Senior Staff Accountant, Haggar Clothing and Staff Accountant, Motorola

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Dear__________________:

I am currently seeking a challenging new career opportunity as (JOB TITLE) 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 a strong background in accounting and finance roles within a variety of industries with experience in managing month-end closing, performing financial forecasting, processing employee payroll, and administering employee benefit programs. In addition, I have strong experience in ensuring consistent compliance with financial regulations such as ERISA, FLSA, and GAAP principles.

To complement my professional experience, I also possess an impressive educational background which includes a Bachelor s Degree in Accounting from North Eastern Illinois University.

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,

Yyyyyy x. yyyyyy