Ronald A. McLaughlin
Louisville, OH 44641
acuaao@r.postjobfree.com
PROFILE
Experienced and accomplished accountant and manager with over ten years of experience seeking to utilize my education, skills, and expertise for our mutual benefit.
EDUCATION
Walsh University, DeVille School of Business, North Canton, OH
M.B.A., in progress, expected December 2016
B.A., cum laude, Accounting and Management, December 2015
Honors:
GLO-BUS 2015 Industry Champion
96th percentile ranking on the Major Field Test
EXPERIENCE
Kent State University, Kent, OH June 2013 - present
Payroll Accountant II
Research and identify errors and act independently to resolve issues by contacting departments, Directors and Chairpersons. Determine the correct action, perform calculations and process entries to ensure accuracy of final payroll.
Process changes and maintain records/reports concerning deductions which affect net pay regarding areas of specialization (e.g. taxes, retirement, annuities, bonds, reimbursement accounts, parking, insurance, United Way, other deductions – as appropriate).
Calculate, prepare and issue paychecks/direct deposits. Process voids and stop payments when appropriate.
Enter and maintain payroll data in spreadsheets and prepare reports (e.g. service credits, tax information, social security number changes, salary deferrals and paybacks).
Use Microsoft Office, Banner, Cognos, Empower, and Kronos.
Network Connectors, Inc., Canton, OH February 2001 – June 2013
Office Manager/Accountant
Established proper accounting procedures to increase efficiency.
Calculated, prepared, and issued paychecks.
Interviewed, hired, trained, and supervised employees.
Prepared and analyzed financial statements to maximize profit.
Analyzed operations, costs, revenues, assets and liabilities, to project future trends and provide advice.
SKILLS
Computer savvy, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, QuickBooks, Word, wired and wireless networking
EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Ohio Society of CPAs
Fraternal Order of Eagles
National Forensic League
Phi Alpha Delta
Meal Center volunteer