CPA, Senior Accountant, Assistant Controller

Pamela E. Fritz, CPA Senior Accountant Assistant Controller

***.*****@*****.*** · www.linkedin.com/in/pamela-fritz-cpa-8133996/ 810-***-**** · Lake Orion, MI 48362

Analytical, versatile professional with a cross-industry track record steering complex finance / accounting activities for small to large-scale organizations. Highly adept overseeing and managing AP/R, general ledger accounting, financial reporting, payroll processing, and bank / account reconciliation functions. Repeated success conceptualizing and delivering proactive measures to drive process improvements, ensure compliance, and achieve timely completion of complex projects. Skilled developing and leading cross-functional teams. Technical proficiency in Accounting CS, Ultra Tax, Drake Tax, Turbo Tax, Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel), QuickBooks, Master Builder, and PSA. Areas of Expertise include:

General Accounting Management (GAAP)

Corporate & Non-profit Taxation

Team Development & Leadership

Accounts Payable / Receivable (AP/R)

Internal Controls

Audit Planning & Facilitation

Bank & Account Reconciliation

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Problem & Conflict Resolution

Professional Experience

THAIER KINAYA PC · Senior Staff Accountant · 2014 to Present

Serve in a multifaceted leadership role revolving around general accounting management, financial statement preparation, taxation planning, bank / account reconciliation, and team oversight on behalf of this public CPA firm. Handle a diverse portfolio of 50+ small business clients per month. Conduct variance analyses; identify and remediate discrepancies to maintain compliance and prevent unwarranted payouts. Seek out and act upon value-added solutions to deliver cost savings and enhance internal controls. Review and analyze complex accounting transactions and monthly accruals. Prepare and submit monthly / quarterly / annual financial statements; consistently meet aggressive deadlines. Leverage expertise in 941, UIA, 1028, sales, and use tax return regulations at the state and federal levels to maintain compliance.

Leveraged financial expertise to submit an 'Offer in Compromise' to the State of Michigan to resolve an emergent tax issue.

Strategically consolidated financial statements, payroll reconciliation, and taxation processes; streamlined efforts.

ON-SITE SPECIALTY CLEANING & RESTORATION · Controller · 2013 to 2014

Directly reported to the company’s President with regard to financial / administrative matters; led a performance-driven team of 4. Generated and submitted financial statements / reports. Completed bank / account reconciliations with monthly charges in excess of $100K. Monitored and analyzed cash flow, AP/R, and job costing; identified and addressed potential issues to mitigate corporate risks. Handled employee payroll / salary adjustments, in addition to entering new employees into the payroll system.

Championed the effort to combine the existing payroll systems for 2 separate divisions; achieved $7,000+ in annual savings.

Defined and established progress billings for the $800K contents division to effectively increase cash flow.

Spearheaded implementation of check scanning for online deposits to drive process improvement.

Wrote and implemented protocols for AR; directly resulted in increased timing of collections by 30 to 60 days on large projects.

RECOVERY CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC · Controller · 2012 to 2013

Controller Held concurrent responsibilities across AP/R review / collections, cash flow projection development, financial statement preparation, and bank / account reconciliation activities. Prepared payroll. Reviewed and analyzed balance sheet accounts. Continuously sought out, identified, and acted upon opportunities to control costs and deliver process improvements.

Collaborated with outside consultants and banking loan managers on the expansive collection of $1M+ in receivables.

Additional professional experience as a Staff Accountant, Controller, & Financial Analyst with such noteworthy entities as Boisvenu & Company PC, Robert Half International, & Anderson Custom Construction

Education & Training

Bachelor of Accountancy, Walsh College

Qualification: Certificated Public Accountant (CPA) – State of Michigan

Affiliations: Life Group Leader for Clarkston Community Church, Treasurer for Metamora Chamber of Commerce, Treasurer & VP for Lapeer Home Builders Association, and Treasurer & Finance Director for Oxford Free Methodist Church

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