Manager Accounting

Marie E. Rood

*** **** ******* ******

Apt ***

Muskegon, MI 49440

**********@***.*** – 231-***-****

PROFILE SUMMARY

I’m a self-motivated accounting professional with extensive experience in accounting, tax, budgeting and planning. I have a reputation for success in any endeavor encountered. My leadership abilities and excellent interpersonal skills magnify my potential for success in the corporate world. I am known for my ability to prioritize tasks and on responding in a timely manner to ensure optimal results and confident of being able to serve as a valuable resource to your company. PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

ADP AS400 MS Excel Payroll Financial Statements AP/AR QuickBooks MS Word Human Resources Taxes-Payroll, Income Problem solving Finance Manager

Muskegon Housing Commission 2-14-2014 thru

1-1-2019

202 Section 8 Apartments and 160 apartment Public Housing building with partial HUD financing Achievements: Took over financial responsibilities of a troubled housing commission setting up accounting system as the first in-house financial manager. Responsible for a $40,000 refund for taxes charged to MHC in error by Consumers Energy. Corrected how unemployment was reported saving MHC $16,200 in back taxes and approximately $3,240 per year that follows. Found mistake that changed amount MHC owed in restricted security deposits by $9700. Convinced HUD of the accuracy of our financial reports.

● Created Intercompany and Consolidation reports to eliminate entries and standardize reports.

● Prepare journal entries

● Prepare account reconciliations

● Execute month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close procedures

● Provide timely and accurate financial information and analysis to support both internal and external reporting, in accordance with accounting policies, U.S. GAAP and other statutory or government reporting guidelines

● Recommend improvements to accounting policies and procedures as appropriate

● Understand and execute internal controls related to accountabilities; proactively seek opportunities to strengthen internal controls

Assistant Office Manager

Diversified Financial Investments, Muskegon, MI 2010-2011 Income Tax and Small Business Accounting

Achievements:

Monthly accounting, payroll and payroll taxes for20 small businesses, income taxes during tax season supervised office staff

● Oversee monthly financial close and reporting, ensuring accuracy, integrity and timeliness of financial statements

● Provide hands on leadership over the tax preparation team

● Complete monthly, quarterly and year-end closing process

● Complete and perform monthly account reconciliations Payroll Coordinator

Orchard View Public Schools 2003-2008

School District Muskegon County

Achievements:

Processed payroll for 400+ school district employees. Maintained payroll records and processed garnishments/liens and child support decrees. Administered retirement plans and other employee benefit plans. Processed payroll reports, payroll taxes and journal entries.

Staff Accountant- Fixed Assets

Payroll Coordinator

Quality Stores Inc. 1999-2002

Farm and Fleet Stores

Achievements:

Staff Accountant (promoted from Payroll Coordinator) Maintained accounting for fixed assets and depreciation. Enhanced efficiency of fixed asset system which facilitated the accuracy of records during company liquidation Payroll Coordinator: Processed and distributed payroll for 2000 associates in a multi-state environment. Maintained employee payroll records and processed garnishments/liens and deductions. Processed and distributed various financial reports

EDUCATION

Associates Degree Business Administration

Baker College Muskegon

Working on Associates Degree – Medical Office Management (1 class away from finishing) Muskegon Community College

Professional/Personal References furnished upon request

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