Staff Accountant

Stephanie O’Briant Kenner, LA ***** 504-***-**** *************@*****.***

OBJECTIVE

To secure a position in corporate accounting, cost accounting or government accounting. PROFILE

achelor’s in accounting; currently employed as a staff accountant with a non-profit organization. Prior degree in interior design with a 15-year career as an Interior Designer (kitchen & flooring). Excellent administrative skills in completing detailed paperwork, managing an unpredictable workflow, setting & balancing priorities, and staying on top of details in fast-paced, high volume environments.

Strong sales, account development and operational management expertise ~ adept at building quick rapport with decision- makers, creatively meeting clients’ needs, building a loyal clientele, and persuading customers to take action. Thorough researcher and problem-solver ~ methodical in tracing, auditing, and analyzing billing inquires and rectifying invoice and payment discrepancies. Project management skills in coordinating crew schedules & materials, ensuring timely product delivery, meeting deadlines, and delivering consistent customer satisfaction. Computer proficiency with MS Office, QuickBooks, Financial Edge, Raiser’s Edge, AutoCAD, 20-20 and Outlook; quick to learn new programs.

Staff Accountant Preservation Resource Center (PRC) 2016 - date

Answer directly to CFO; use Financial Edge, Raiser’s Edge & Excel to manage non-profit accounting/financial duties.

Prepare budget proposals, modification and renewal budgets for private and public funders.

Reconcile bank & investment accounts; balance GL accounts to subsidiary records monthly.

Monitor & collect outstanding receivables; collect, analyze & summarize account info to compile special financial reports for development & program managers; assist with audits, 990s and other filings.

Reconcile and close grant funds; maintain accurate grant files; prepare accounts/grants receivable invoices and grant- related financial reports / statements.

Work with program staff to prepare budgets for government contracts and other billables.

Process payroll; review payroll records; and post to GL.

Manage special projects as needed such as setting-up & participating in fund raising activities. Sales / Kitchen Designer Huey Brown’s Kitchens 2015 - 2016

Recruited due to reputation for designing, remodeling and accessorizing kitchen and bathroom spaces.

Meet with clients to determine project goals & overall vision; devise project timelines.

Field measure and draw all layouts to create “the look”, including cabinets, flooring, counters and appliances.

Ensure kitchens are functional, convenient, comfortable and in compliance with building codes. Design & Operations Floor & Décor Outlets 2010 - 2015

Recruited to manage Special Order Program (company sources directly from manufacturers or quarry).

Used Excel to maintain current price list; managed ordering & receiving for multiple & simultaneous projects.

Maintained customer files for special orders; created & managed project files; reviewed purchase orders, internal ledgers, financial transactions and invoices. Investigated and rectified delayed or incomplete product deliveries.

Coordinated logistics to move inventory between stores throughout the country.

Researched and resolved overcharges, missing merchandise, billing and credit issues.

Managed store opening and closing procedures in compliance with corporate policy.

Reconciled nightly cash drawers with sales transactions; prepared deposits.

Conducted internal audits of tax-exempt transactions; compiled inventory reports.

Interfaced with installers to schedule jobs and ensure all project phases were completed on time.

Used computer and POS system to maintain inventory and cycle counts.

Ascertained needs; educated customers on various products; guided them according to their budget and taste.

Trained new employees regarding products, policies and procedures. B

Sales / Kitchen Designer Marchand Creative Kitchens 2001 - 2008

Conferred with customers to present ideas / solutions to create, remodel, or update kitchens and bathrooms.

Discussed design layout, building materials, themes, colors, patterns and room layout to stay within the budget.

Field measured and produced sketches/drawings & design layouts using 20-20 & AutoCAD software.

Managed all facets of the construction project for compliance with code and client satisfaction.

Created showroom displays, selected finishes, layouts, accessories, lighting, etc.

Recipient of excellent annual reviews for delivering exceptional service and exceeding expectations.

Commissions exceeded 150% of draw each month.

EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS ~ BS in Accounting; 2016 ~ 3.39 GPA Coursework: Cost, Financial, Federal Tax, Auditing, Corporate & Government Accounting DELGADO COMMUNITY COLLEGE, AA in Interior Design, 2011 ~ 3.957 (Chancellor’s Honors)

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