MELISSA J. HARGENRADER

*** ***** ****, *****, ** 44312

330-***-****

acsbqi@r.postjobfree.com

SUMMARY

Accounting Supervisor with management experience and exceptional people skills. Versed in Financial Statement Analysis and Accounts Payable Management. Desires a challenging role in the Accounting Department and is looking to join a growing organization as part of the team.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

General ledger accounting

Effective time management

Strong organizational skills

Advanced computer proficiency (Microsoft Office)

Strong communication skills

Deadline-oriented Self-starter

Spreadsheet development

Flexible team player

Financial statement analysis

Analytical reasoning

Fiscal budgeting knowledge

Account reconciliation expert

Superior research skills

Complex problem solving

Corporate Policies/Procedures Development

ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Maintained accurate accounts including cash, accounts receivable, inventory, prepaid, fixed assets, accounts payable and accrued expenses.

Managed accounting close, accounts payable, and financial reporting for multiple departments.

Operated computers programmed with accounting software to record, store, and analyze information.

Checked figures, postings and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy and proper coding.

Researched and resolved billing problems that had been previously missed.

EXPERIENCE

Accounting Supervisor/Newsprint Accountant, May 2005 – Current

Akron Beacon Journal – Akron, OH

Collaborated extensively with auditors during preliminary and year-end audit processes.

Coordinated fixed asset additions and retirements.

Executed accounts receivable reporting enhancements and reconciliation procedures.

Managed accounting operations, accounting close, account reporting and reconciliations.

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

Worked with management to document and offset unusual expense variances in their respective areas.

Assisted the Controller with the production of the monthly financials, management reports and board packages.

Management of inventory including cost verification and write-off of inventory.

Provide support of Payroll functions

Assist with development of annual financial budget.

Accounts Payable Management – Manage Invoice Processing, Manage Check Processing, 1099s, W-9s, Unclaimed Funds.

Staff Accountant, December 2003 – May 2005

Graphic Enterprises, Inc. – North Canton, OH

Prepared monthly journal entries for Divisional Financial Statements.

Prepared & Analyze Monthly Divisional Financial Statements.

Prepared Weekly Flash Report.

Prepared Daily Borrowing Certificate and supporting documents for Bank.

Managed and posted daily cash receipts.

Prepare monthly reconciliations.

Performed month-end close for AR and General Ledger.

Accounting Assistant (temporary position), August 2003 – September 2003

Creative Financial Staffing - Akron, OH

Assignment: Midwest Communications, Inc. - N. Canton, OH 44720

Reviewed and prepared Customer Billings.

Analyze/Reconcile Inter-Company accounts.

Assisted Accounting Manager with other accounting duties as necessary.

Corporate Tax Specialist/Accounting Specialist, December 1998 - February 2003

FirstMerit Bank, N.A. – Akron, OH

Reviewed and filed Federal, State, and Local Tax Returns on a timely basis.

Served as Corporate Liaison between Corporation and Outsourcing Agent.

Supported Corporate Accounting and other Departments on tax issues.

Supported and gathered documentation for tax examinations.

Prepared work paper documentation for Federal Tax Return.

Reviewed and adjusted monthly Federal Income Tax Provision.

Reviewed all reconciled tax related accounts.

Calculated net interest margin for all affiliates on a monthly and year-to-date basis.

Assisted in the development of Corporate Policies and Procedures.

Worked with departments to develop an uniform reconciliation process.

Developed and prepared monthly Statistical Reporting for Executive Management.

Prepared and maintained an Account Master List of all Balance Sheet accounts.

Prepared and maintained an Account Use Manual for all Balance Sheet accounts.

Prepared daily and monthly reconciliation schedules.

Prepared spreadsheets for Regulatory Reporting.

Staff Accountant, August 1997 – December 1998

Stinnett, Padrutt, & Aranyosi, CPA's - Akron OH

Prepared journal entries and compilations for clients.

Prepared Federal, State, and Local Tax returns for clients.

Reconciled bank statements and analyzed general ledger accounts.

Prepared depreciation reports.

Calculated and prepared payroll and payroll reporting for clients.

EDUCATION

Clarion University of Pennsylvania, Clarion PA 16214

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration – Emphasis in Business Admin/Accounting

Member of Accounting Club

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