Accounting Assistant

Sandra A Bass

*****.******@*****.*** 770-***-****

Gainesville, GA

SUMMARY

Detail-oriented Assistant Controller with 12+ years in accounting landscape. Proven ability to manage multiple assignments while meeting tight deadline schedules. Good reputation of excellent problem solving, analytical and communicational skills. Hardworking team player with in-depth understanding of accounting standards and procedures. Proven track record of consistently maintaining the integrity of all financial data. SKILLS

• Month end close, GL and financial reporting

• Holding Company accounting

• Account reconciliation expert

• Aged account reporting

• Audit support

• Internal control development

• Fixed assets, PP and Accrual

• Purchasing, AP and AR

• Wire Transfers

• Fiserv platform

• FR2900

• Branch operations

• Mergers and Acquisitions

• Verbal and written communication

• Microsoft Excel

• Microsoft Word

• Outlook

• Effective time management

• Strong organizational skill

EXPERIENCE

AVP, Assistant Controller

Hamilton State Bank Hoschton, GA July 2004- November 2018 Performed a full spectrum of accounting functions

• Maintained strong internal control environment to safe guard assets, improve profitability, and manage business risk.

• Supervised and coordinated assigned audits ensuring accuracy and timely completion.

• Updated investment records upon funding of investments.

• Reviewed GL entries for accuracy and to determine completeness.

• Developed and integrated policies and procedures for Accounts payable, prepaid, fixed assets, and purchasing. Managed each area while training supervisors in an accurate and efficient manner.

• Created reconciliation department, analyzed and approved reconciliations.

• Maintained accuracy when reviewing and reconciling the general ledger.

• Maintained aging report ensured items cleared in a timely manner.

• Prepared purchase accounting month end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.

• Reviewed all month entries to include fixed assets, accruals, and taxes.

• Aligned all financial activity with the regulations of GAAP.

• Completed reports detailing financial data for management and stakeholders.

• Addressed and resolved non-routine, complex, and unexpected variances.

• Helped controller reduce month end close from 10 days to 4 days.

• Evaluated expense reports for accuracy and adherence to company policies.

• Reduced expenses by 35% by centralizing vendor supply list.

• Decreased paper expense $5,000 by creating a universal ticket. Accounting and Loan Operations

Southern Heritage Bank Flowery Branch, GA April 2002 – July 2004

• Processed consumer loans and resolved loan balancing issues.

• Processed outgoing and incoming wire transfers.

• Reconciliations.

• Supported loan officers with missing documentation.

• Supported accounting, loan and deposit operations staff by preforming a wide range of clerical and administrative tasks.

Accountant 1

Gainesville Bank & Trust Gainesville, GA March 1995 – March 1997

• Reviewed GL entries for accuracy and to determine completeness.

• Reconciled all expenses and accounts, including company credit cards and expense accounts.

• Evaluated expense reports for accuracy and adherence to company policies.

• Processed all payroll entries and reports for 35 employees.

• Supported the clerical and administrative needs of senior department staff.

• Updated accounting ledger and journals with updated transaction information. EDUCATION AND TRAINNING

Master of Science: Accounting

Liberty University Lynchburg, VA 2014

Bachelor of Science: Accounting

Brenau University Gainesville, GA

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