Debra M Allison
Cartersville, GA 30120
*******@*********.***
Summary
Accounting and administrative professional with a variety of experience, working individually or with a team. Detail focused with strong communication and problem solving skills. Proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office programs, QuickBooks, and Peachtree experience.
Professional Experience
Bookkeeping Services
Debra M Allison 2013 to Present
Three Point Group, Alpharetta, Georgia
Curb Appeal, Birmingham, AL
Mobley Plant Farm Inc., Dacula, GA
Consult on a variety of bookkeeping services, performed remotely, using QuickBooks Pro. A/P, A/R, data entry, reconciliations, payroll taxes, journal entries, preparing reports for management and CPA.
Controller
Mobley Plant Farm Inc., Dacula, Georgia 2012 to 2016
Provide accounting leadership and support for grower with more than $2.5M in annual sales.
Perform all financial activities. These would include: management reports; budgets; complete bank and credit card reconciliations; create invoices and collect on overdue accounts. Performed accounts payable functions. Research and resolve billing and collections disputes. Manage payroll and prepare payroll tax returns. Coordinate corporate tax matters with external accounting firm. Interact with external clients and vendors on a regular basis, cultivating strong professional relationships. QuickBooks Premier Contractor software used.
Bookkeeper/Office Manager
Aligned Building Systems, LLC, Buford, Georgia 2009 to 2012
Executed broad range of bookkeeping and administrative functions for metal bldg. erector company with $2M in annual revenue.
Managed financial transactions and record keeping with strict attention to detail. Compiled progress billings, some requiring payroll reports; reconciled and balanced accounts; vendor invoicing regarding job costing. QuickBooks Pro software used.
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Accounting/Administrative Manager
Mobley Plant Farm Inc., Dacula, Georgia 2002 to 2009
Multiple positions as business grew from $1M to $3M in annual sales.
Supervised office, production and delivery employees. Customer service, routing deliveries, marketing, sales, purchasing, and event planning. Accounts receivable, collections, accounts payable, insurance, payroll and payroll tax returns, monthly and annual close, and coordinate corporate tax matters with external accounting firm. Peachtree software used.
Bookkeeper
Cobb County School District, Kennesaw, Georgia 2001 to 2002
This position was a critical role in the opening of a new middle school. Issued purchase orders for all school furnishings, technology, equipment, desks, books, and other materials. Received materials as they arrived, shipments were logged noting any backorders and shortages. Variances to ordered amounts were investigated and resolved.
After the school opened, a daily bookkeeping routine began. Issued purchase orders, received shipments, and investigated variances. Ordered and received office supplies for office and teaching personnel. Daily cash receipts were counted, recorded, and prepared for deposit.
Accounting Supervisor/Regional Credit Manager
General Building Products (Masco Company), Kennesaw, Georgia 1997 to 2000
The General Group (Sold to Masco), Kennesaw, Georgia 1990 to 2000
Supervised six office personnel performing accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll and job costing functions. Managed the credit and collections of three locations with a combined accounts receivable balance more than $5M, keeping bad debt to less than of 1% of total receivables. Interacted with customers to resolve service issues or complaints.
Served as assistant to the president of the company. Assisted with due diligence related to acquisitions.