TAMARA EDWARDS

**** ******** ****, **********, ** 35405 H: 205-***-**** C: 205-***-**** ac5vwt@r.postjobfree.com Transportation and logistics professional well-versed in materials management and inventory reconciliation. Effectively develops and implements process controls and quality improvement initiatives that reduce costs and increase company revenue.

Highly motivated and results-driven warehouse professional bringing extensive experience in logistics and distribution. Team player and natural leader with excellent communication skills. Decisive Logistics Manager with a talent for negotiating and implementing cost saving measures without compromising quality. Adapts quickly to the changing needs of fast-paced and growing companies and organizations.

Highly analytical, deadline-driven accounting professional who completes accounting activities with accuracy and speed. Innovative proficiency in extracting financial data from various reporting systems and suggesting key operational changes. Ambitious and self-motivated Tax Accountant with exceptional research and qualitative abilities. Fiscal budgeting and forecasting expert. I'm very meticulous. Excellent at juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure. Broad industry experience includes Healthcare, Finance, Transportation, and Legal.

Payroll administration experience

Tax law understanding

Proficient in a variety of payroll systems.

PeopleSoft and Essbase

Self-motivated professional

Federal/State tax preparation

Oracle proficiency

Risk advisory

Team leadership

Advanced bookkeeping skills

Corporate tax planning

Regulatory compliance

SPSS/STATA/SAS software proficient

Auditing proficiency

Payroll processing

Due diligence

ATX Total Accounting Office proficiency

Fair debt practices

QuickBooks expert

US GAAP principles

Internal control management

Tax accounting specialization

Customer relations

Fiscal budgeting

Superior attention to detail

ProSystem FX (CCH) and Lacerte tax systems

MS Office Suite

Collections processing

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Individual tax returns

Intuit QuickBooks specialist

Hyperion Financial Management specialist

Accounting

general accounting

Accruals

Audit Reports

balance sheets

Budgeting

cash management

interpersonal skills

consulting

Contract Preparation

clients

database

EDI

filing

financial accounting

Financial reporting

general ledger

Hyperion

Investments

marketing

office

Organizational skills

Persuasive

progress

researching

SAP

Strategic planning

tax planning

taxes

Time Management

Account reconciliation

balance sheet analysis

general ledger

Economics

IFRS proficiency

Revenue generation

Account management

Accountant

Accounts receivable

analytical skills

balance sheet

billing

Business correspondence

Change management

competitive

contract administration

Costing

databases

due diligence

External Auditing

financial

Financial Management

Financial Statements

General ledger accounting

inventory

invoicing

Microsoft Office programs

communicator

Strong Organizational Skills

pricing

reporting

research

spreadsheets

Tax accounting

Tax

tax returns

written

monthly financial close

written and verbal communication

Cash Flow Analysis

Payment Schedules

Payroll/Tax Accountant/ Logistics Coordinator, 03/2010 to Current SPEEDY EXPRESS TRANSPORT LLC – Charlotte, NC

Budgeting purchase requisition Effective Time Management Strong Organizational Skills Contract Preparation Business correspondence Experience with multiple computer accounting Professional demeanor software programs External Auditing Organizational skills cash management SAP Corporate tax planning knowledge Financial reporting and analysis Account management specialist Report development Extensive knowledge of GAAP Financial Statements Persuasive communicator Audit Reports contract administration Accounts receivable EDI verbal and written Superb interpersonal skills Highly competitive Creative thinker Compensation structuring General ledger accounting Strong analytical skills Fiscal budgeting Hyperion Financial Management specialist Change management Accruals Strategic planning financial accounting Costing Tax accounting 5500 Reporting SAP research, Processed payrollfor up to 27 employees.

Entered financial data into the company accounting database to be verified and reconciled. Implemented and enforced all policies and procedures for the entire logistics department. Communicated all emergencies, delays due to weather and carrier schedule changes to customers and supervisors.

Estimated weights, heights and centers of balance to make precise placements. Enforced the on-time shipment of products to create exceptional customer experiences. Redirected shipments en route in response to customer requests. Reported carrier-performance metrics and monthly costs reports to executive team. Handled employee conflicts in the most efficient manner and while following all company procedures. Senior Payroll Specialist, 01/2003 to 05/2010

Express Tax and Accounting Services – Tuscaloosa, Alabama Generated checks and stubs for direct deposits.

Received and reviewed time records for 35 employees. Reconciled accounts such as retirement, tax contributions and health care benefits. Provided subject matter expertise to management and employees regarding payroll issues. Prepared accounts for regular audits and assisted with the process. Applied knowledge of regulations, employment law and tax code to keep operations in compliance. Investigated and resolved variances and employee claims. Produced documentation and reports regarding payroll activities. Performed calculations in payroll categories such as overtime, vacation and sick hours. Maintained integrity of general ledger, including the chart of accounts. Compiled financial reports pertaining to cash receipts, expenditures and profit and loss. Prepared financial pages for presentation to senior management. W H

Modified a comprehensive financial reporting package to reflect growing organizational complexity. Proposed and published metrics and KPIs to be incorporated into the monthly financials and scorecards. Directed multiple client accounting system conversions into web-enabled Oracle financial platform. Provided timely actuals, forecast and budget data for IT and corporate management. Processed payments and applied to customer balances. Created presentation formats for monthly/quarterly reviews of expense charge-outs. Generated and mailed updated statements.

Compiled general ledger entries on a short schedule with nearly 100% accuracy. Filed tax returns and prepared governmental reports in compliance with strict standards. Office Manager/Payroll Specialist, 03/2000 to 01/2003 NOBLE TRUCK STOP – Livingston, AL

Oversaw daily office operations for staff of 28 employees. Oversaw inventory and office supply purchases.

Performed accounts receivable duties including invoicing, researching chargebacks, discrepancies and reconciliations.

Negotiated pricing with vendors regarding wholesale billing and marketing procedures. Maintained physical and computer-based filing systems. Created reports, correspondence and spreadsheets with Microsoft Office programs. Upheld confidentiality of all information.

Established efficient workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall effectiveness of office personnel and activities. Held oversight of office inventory activities, including ordering and requisitions, stocking and shipment receiving.

Completed bi-weekly payroll for 28-30 employees.

Administered to CRM and company database, including troubleshooting, maintenance, updates, and reports generation.

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE: Accounting and Finance, 2012

AIU - Atlanta, GA

Top 5 % of class Certified Management Accountant coursework Webinar on Tax Analysis of Investments Tax Resolution seminar Certified Management Accountant coursework: 2004 Axia College - Phoenix, AZ

Certified Management Accountant coursework Member of the American Accounting Association (AAA) ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE Business

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Member, National Association of Tax Professionals, 2010 to Current Member, National Society of Accountants, 2014 to Current Member Institute of Logistics and Transport (MILT) A

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