Sharon K. Amundson
***** ******* ***. **** : 651-***-****
Apple Valley, MN 55124 abm5xe@r.postjobfree.com
Summary of Qualifications
A highly organized, take charge professional with strong problem solving
skills.
Experience in all aspects of accounting in various business settings.
Ability to manage multiple projects with a strong commitment to timeliness
and accuracy. A team player with excellent communication and analytical
skills.
Extensive knowledge of Accounting Procedures and Internal Controls
Excellent account analysis and reconciliation skills - Detailed and
Organized
Solid General Ledger - Revenue Recognition - Budget Processes - Financial
Reporting
Professional Experience
Univita Health- formerly LTCG Eden Prairie, MN
Senior Client Accountant Jan 2008 - Present
Prepare monthly financial packages for LTCG third party
partners. Packages include Bank Reconciliations, General Ledger,
Financial Statements, analytical review and invoice preparation.
Coordinate with other business units to assure proper
accounting and timely transactions processing occurs. Support
other client accountants in the Reporting and Treasury area.
Ceridian Bloomington, MN
Lead Revenue Accountant Feb 2004 - Dec 2007
Responsibility for Significant Arrangements log and work load
distribution.
Review arrangements for completeness and develop recurring
journal entries to recognize revenue. Perform various SOX
compliance testing.
Timely preparation of cost and revenue deferrals based upon
assigned contracts.
Review of journal entries prepared by other Revenue accountants.
Assist and develop more efficient processes in the revenue
accounting area.
Detector Electronics Bloomington, MN
Assistant Controller Feb 2001 - Oct 2003
Monthly closing process, journal entries and reporting
Cash and clearing account reconciliation, wire transfers
Budgeting, ad hoc reporting, general ledger maintenance
Audit assistance, miscellaneous projects
Tyco Plastics Bloomington, MN
Senior Staff Accountant Mar 2000 - Jan 2001
General Ledger accountant responsible for intercompany accounts
Cash and clearing account reconciliation, general ledger
maintenance
Monthly closing process, journal entries and reporting
Environ Laboratories Bloomington, MN
Accountant Jan 1999 - Mar 2000
General Ledger, Payables, Payroll and Payroll Taxes, Receivables
Sales Taxes, Reduced outstanding receivables from 30 % to 10 -
15 %
Reduced work time on payroll by an average of four hours a pay
period
Accountemps Minneapolis Metro
Accountant 1990 - 1998
Northland School Bus Parts, increased efficiency and allowed
company to replace a full time employee and outside accountant
(Company relocated)
In Motion, assist in closing out fiscal year-end
Barbara Ackerman CPA, compilation and preparation of general
ledgers and
Financial statements for various clients, corporate and
individual tax returns
Hornig Companies, Compiled and prepared annual reports and
budgets for FMHA, assisted with annual audit, implemented new
computerized software
systems, restructured accounting procedures and trained new
personnel
Quad County Community Action Agency Grand Forks, ND
Fiscal Officer Nov 1988 - Sept 1990
Produced timely and accurate financial reports for state and
granting agencies and the agency's Board of Directors
Implemented a computerized fund accounting and accounts payable
system
Maintained general ledger, payables and payroll
Husband's out of state job transfer necessitated end of
employment
Ross Lane and Company CPAs Atlanta, GA
Staff Accountant Aug 1987 - Oct 1988
Performed financial and compliance audits and reviews
Prepared various types of corporate and individual tax returns
Increased knowledge of various types of accounting systems and
software
Husband's out of state job transfer necessitated end of
employment
Additional Experience
Volunteer for Literacy Connection, Church Council,
Congregational Life Committee member, Christian Education puppet
performer and script author
Education and Certification
CPA, North Dakota 1989
Accounting and business related courses, Arizona State and
Georgia State
B.S. Degree, Medical Radiography
Professional Memberships
Member of the Minnesota CPA Society
References available upon request