Accounting Management

DENISE PETERSEN

**** ********** *****, *********, ** 17601 H: 717-***-**** C: 717-***-**** **********@*******.***

Summary

Results-oriented Accountant successful at managing multiple projects with strong work ethic. Extensive knowledge of accounting software and processes. Well versed in A/P management, payroll and general accounting. Precise, detail- oriented with sound judgment and decision-making skills.

Highlights

Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

Experience

Independent Contractor Auditor Contract Auditor-Doctor's Associates, Inc. (Subway) Performed and analyzed quarterly royalty audits for Subway headquarters, utilizing detailed Excel workbooks. Identified and resolved non-routine, complex and unexpected variances for loss prevention. Provided reliable and timely reports to franchisees. Diligently monitored remediation plans to confirm proper resolution. Director of Operations Subway 54840 Managed team of 15 employees. Interviewed, hired, and trained new staff. Reviewed weekly employee schedule. Deposited and reconciled daily cash. Reviewed employee hours and processed bi-weekly payroll. Researched and resolved customer problems. Seasonal Tax Accountant Beard Miller Company Prepared annual federal, state and local tax returns for both individuals and businesses using ProForma Tax Software. Temporary Accountant Dusco Property Management Prepared audit workpapers for three mall properties and assisted in conversion of computer system. Gained experience in property management accounting. Senior Staff Auditor Coopers & Lybrand Planned and coordinated audit engagements, reviewed staff workpapers, prepared financial statement drafts and developed client relationships. Obtained practical experience in manufacturing, insurance, banking, hospitals, government and pension accounting.

Education

Bachelor of Science: Accountancy Northern Illinois University Accountancy Faculty Undergraduate Scholarship

Volunteer Services

Accounting & record keeping for Manheim Township Cheerleading Parents and Manheim Township Ice Hockey Club; Popcorn chair for Boys Scout Troop 84; Nitrauer Elementary Safe Arrival Chair.

General ledger accounting

Effective time management

Microsoft Excel & Word expert

Analytical reasoning

Strong organizational skills

04/2002 to Current Lancaster, PA

08/2012 to Current Lancaster, PA

01/1997 to 04/2004 Lancaster, PA

01/1993 to 06/1993 Lancaster, PA

01/1989 to 10/1991 Harrisburg, PA

DeKalb, IL

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