BARI R. FULTON
Cell 863-***-****
actclg@r.postjobfree.com
Objective
To secure a position where I can maximize my financial, analytical and technical skills to make long lasting improvements in the company.
Highlights
Variance Analysis Analytical Reasoning
Financial Reporting Budget Analysis
Account Reconciliation Financial Statement Analysis
Self motivated Professional General Ledger Accounting
Accomplishments
Financial Analysis
Created monthly financial reports to analyze revenues and expenses
Accounting Skills
Implemented new accounting systems
Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable
General Ledger Accounts
Maintained accurate accounts including cash, inventory, prepaid, fixed assets, accounts payable, accounts receivable, accrued expenses and line of credit
Payroll
Bi weekly payroll processing, including commission calculations
Payroll Taxes
Documentation
Wrote and edited documents to keep staff informed on policies and procedures
Wrote desk level procedures and training manuals
Experience
Controller
February 2014 – January 2016
Staff Accountant
January 2013 – February 2014
The Flyer, Inc - Brandon, Florida
Set up new company, including business licenses, drug free workplace, health insurance, vendors, accounting software, and in house payroll processing,
Set up banking relationship, including credit card processor
Responsible for set up of new financial software, including chart of accounts, Accounts Payable procedures, purchase orders, and financial statement layout and reporting
Responsible for implementing month end procedures, generating monthly financial statements, including variance reporting and revenue analysis
Responsible for daily deposit of cash and credit card processing and reconciliation
Assisted with forecasting and budgeting
Responsible for hiring and oversee accounting staff, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll and Human Resource
Responsible for Human Resources and Payroll
Responsible for monthly balance sheet reconciliations
Staff Accountant
2011 - 2012
COCA COLA REFRESHMENTS - Auburndale, Florida
Responsible for project capitalization management for Southeast region facilities, including variance reporting by projects, budget versus actual
Responsible for physical audit of fixed assets of entire facility
Prepared documentation for disposal of assets
Responsible for month end journal entries, reviewing monthly variances
Teacher
2009- 2011
POLK COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD – Lakeland, Florida
Teach core curriculum to students in kindergarten
Complete paperwork relating to student progress and conduct parent meetings
Controller
2006-2009
FIRST SERVICE ADMINISTRATORS, INC - Lakeland, Florida
Responsible for Finance Department
Financial statement preparation, included mid month forecast,expense and variance analysis
Budget Preparation and Finalization
General Ledger Account Reconciliations
Quarterly and Annual Audits
Banking Relationship for Line of Credit
Contract negotiations
Work directly with Board of Directors/Owners
New Client set up
Preparation of Annual TPA report to the State of Florida
Human resources for 50 employees, including benefits and payroll
Client reporting
Finance Manager
Responsible for AP and AR, including client monthly billing
Month end general ledger reconciliations for all balance sheet accounts
Process payroll
Assist with new office planning/ moving
Accountant
2004 - 2006
LAKELAND SURGICAL & DIAGNOSTIC CENTER, LLP - Lakeland, Florida
Responsible for month end close, journal entries and account reconciliations
Responsible for daily deposits and bank reconciliations
Controller/Office Manager
1999 - 2004
ED MORSE AUTOMOTIVE GROUP - Lakeland, Florida
Responsible for all accounting functions in the dealership including payables and receivables
Managed payroll for 37 employees, including direct deposit, insurance benefits and worker’s compensation; also calculated managers’ bonuses
Prepared and submitted all reports due to the corporate office for month end close by the 10th of every month, including financial statements
Prepare all journal entries for month end close
Prepare schedules for year-end audit
Payroll Administrator:
Responsible for processing weekly payroll for approximately 140 employees on the ADP Horizon system, including direct deposit
Maintained all insurance paperwork for corporate office for eligible employees, including 401K
Handled all worker’s compensation and liability claims
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Education
Florida State University April 1993
Tallahassee, Florida
Bachelor of Science
Computer Experience
Great Plains, SAP, ADP Payroll, EDS, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point), Advantx, CYMA