Kathryn Andresen
***** ** **• Goshen IN ***** • 574-***-**** • *********@*****.***
Summary of Qualifications
Highly organized and detail-focused Bookkeeper with an exceptional track record of accurately handling financial reporting in deadline-oriented environments.
Skilled in all aspects of recording transactions, posting debits and credits, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accuracy and completeness of data.
Expertise in developing and delivering monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for management within tight deadlines.
Proficiency in managing accounts payable and accounts receivable, generating invoices and monthly statements for clients.
Proven ability to identify and implement improvements to streamline processes and increase efficiency and productivity.
Excellent computer skills; proficient with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and QuickBooks and able to learn proprietary systems/applications quickly and easily.
Skill Proficiencies
• Quarterly Reports
• Accounts Payable/Receivable • Process Improvement • Financial Statements
• Reconciliation
Education
Associate’s Degree in Accounting, 2006
Ivy Tech Community College-South Bend Indiana
Professional Experience
Grayson Graphics – Elkhart IN 2010 –Present
Full-Charge Bookkeeper
Manage all financial transactions, posting debits and credits, producing financial statements, and recording all transactions. Prepare management reports and financial summaries using Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks detailing company’s financial status. Generate bank deposits, verify and balance receipts. Create invoices and track overdue accounts. Manage payroll and prepare payroll tax returns. Research and resolve billing and collections disputes.
Key Contributions:
• Supported a significant increase in productivity levels by streamlining accounting processes.
• Prepared and delivered to management, under extremely quick turnaround timelines, accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
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Advanced Communications 2007-2010
Accounting Technician
Managed financial transactions and record keeping with strict attention to detail. Verified and posted transactions to general ledger. Reconciled and balanced accounts. Compiled statistical reports for management. Generated monthly statements and invoices for customers. Communicated with customers to address inquiries and resolve issues.
Key Contributions:
• Improved processes for creating customer invoices, which reduced overall timeframe for receiving payments.
• Excelled within a fast-paced environment, continually taking on increased levels of responsibility.
Hacienda Mexican Restaurant-Elkhart Indiana 2001-2007
Supervisor
Provide Schedule for a staff of forty-five. Oversee the dining area personnel and customer experience to ensure top notch customer service. Ensure training for all new hires in three departments including guest management, operational procedures, and providing strong base for business acumen. Assist upper management with cash reconciliation and daily financials. Conduct spot audits on an as needed basis. Assist managers with petty cash and collecting money from employees on a daily basis.
Alexis Taylor Gardens – Portland, Ohio 1995– 2001
Assistant Bookkeeper
Ensured accurate and timely processing of accounting data. Performed accounts receivable functions, balancing cash and posting sales invoices. Worked with accounts payable department to post invoices. Accurately entered transactions into proprietary company accounting system. Completed ad hoc assignments and analyses for managers and supervisors.
Key Contributions:
• Demonstrated talent for quickly learning new tasks and completing assignments ahead of schedule while maintaining a high degree of accuracy.
• Contributed substantially to reducing outstanding accounts receivables through improved collections processes.