Manager Accounting

Ashley Colonel

****@**************.*** . M: 307-***-****

Accounting/Office Manager

Expertise

( Account

Over 10 years' experience managing and performing complex Reconciliation

accounting and financial transactions for large and small ( AP/AR

companies. ( Office Management

Highly skilled managing cash flow, monitoring financial

controls, preparing tax and financial reports, reconciling ( Bookkeeping

accounts, and performing budget analysis. ( Budget

Strengths include completing assignments on-time with Preparation

impeccable attention to detail and accuracy, managing multiple ( General Ledger

tasks simultaneously, and adapting quickly to changing ( Audits

priorities in fast-paced environments. ( Payroll

Proven success analyzing financial operations, determining ( Billing &

solutions to improve processes, and implementing procedures Collections

that reduce expenses, save thousands of dollars, increase ( Month-end Close

productivity, and streamline efficiencies. ( Taxes

Versatile top-performer and highly valued resource with ( Financial

outstanding problem-solving, analysis, and critical thinking Reporting

skills.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

the teton club/raintree resorts management company, Teton Village, WY

2005-Present

Four-Star resort and private residence club with 400+ owners, budget of

$3.5M+, and 50+ employees.

Controller

Oversee daily accounting functions and generated income for six departments

including revenue posting, bill payment, invoicing, and payroll.

Collaborate with collection companies and legal counsel to ensure timely

receipt of payments. Perform budget planning with each department manager.

Prepare and distribute weekly cash flow reports, monthly budget analyses,

and financial statements combining multiple business entities. Reconcile

bank and credit card statements, prepare commission payments, and produce

all state and federal payroll tax reports. Closely monitor replacement

costs ensuring budget constraints are adhered to. Assist external auditors

with semi-annual audits and manage employee benefits program.

. Increased interest income 20% by reallocating reserve funds.

. Saved $4K per month in health insurance costs and improved employee

benefits with additional coverage offerings by researching and securing

new insurance plan.

. Increased cash flow 30% by devising plan with rental reservations

manager to rent transient units.

. Developed tracking system to verify money used on replacement items

resulting in $2M reserve account.

VAIL RESORTS, SNAKE RIVER LODGE AND SPA, Teton Village, WY

2002-2005

Four-Diamond hotel, spa, and private resident resort with 200+ employees.

Accounting Technician

Managed accounts receivable, accounts payable, and daily revenue

processing. Tracked deposits and payments, prepared invoices of all resort

charges, and maintained collectable accounts. Balanced credit card

transactions and daily ledger, processed refunds, and tracked chargebacks.

. Recognized for maintaining "cleanest guest ledger" of any Vail Resort

across U.S. Significantly reduced outstanding accounts receivables to

less than 60 days through improved and proactive collections.

. Saved company $55K annually in salary and benefit costs by accepting

additional responsibilities for two consolidated positions.

. Integrated owner accounting into on-site software, saving valuable hours

of data entry.

. Implemented checkbook accounting system to monitor department spending

resulting in elimination of overages and improved budget maintenance.

. Saved thousands of dollars in late fees by improving accounts payable

process.

HAWKINS, KOMINSKY, DEVRIES, AND ASSOCIATES, PC, Jackson, WY

1999-2000

Firm providing clients bookkeeping, tax filing, and public accounting

services.

Full-Charge Bookkeeper

Managed payroll processing for various clients, performed general ledger

postings, and prepared trial balances. Prepared monthly payroll tax

deposits, quarterly payroll reports, and developed annual National Park

Service reports for concessionaire clients.

. Created spreadsheets that streamlined reporting process and increased

productivity.

. Selected to train client to monitor and maintain their own financial

records resulting in proper recording of transactions and improved

tracking for year-end tax reporting.

HUCKLEBERRY MOUNTAIN CANDY COMPANY, Jackson, WY

1996-1999

Million dollar candy manufacturing company with 50+ employees and customers

across the U.S.

Accounting Manager

Oversaw accounting functions including accounts receivable and payable,

payroll, inventory control, and general ledger. Performed tax reporting,

monitored credit, and executed collection calls. Maintained accounts for

500+ customers nationwide.

. Established new bookkeeping protocol allowing for improved reporting and

analysis.

. Recognized for effectively managing cash flow in order to continue

operations despite difficult economy.

Additional Work Experience:

SPRING CREEK EQUESTRAIN CENTER, Jackson, WY

1993-1996

Barn Manager

EDUCATION & ADDITIONAL CREDENTIALS

Associates in Accounting Colorado Technical Institute, Colorado

Springs, CO

Certified Professional Speaker, Colorado Technical University

Proficient in MSWord, Excel, PowerPoint, QuickBooks, QuickBooksPro,

Quicken, and Turbo Tax

Experience with BusinessWorks for DOS, BusinessWorks for Windows, and Dun

and Bradstreet

Familiar with ADP-Financial Services, Client Accounting Systems, and

PeopleSoft Financial Management

REFERENCES

Kathi Michel, Owner Special Events Jackson Hole 307-***-****

Bill Fox, Director of Operations, Raintree Resorts Management Co. 307-690-

0888

Connie Huspek, Partner/CPA, Hawkins, Kominsky, Devries & Assoc. 307-732-

6006

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