Pamela McElroy

*** ****** ***** **., ********, GA 30630

ad2ted@r.postjobfree.com 706-***-**** www.LinkedIn.com/in/pdmcelroy-02162014

SUMMARY

Highly motivated accounting professional eager to contribute over 30 years’ “hand’s on” skill and expertise to enhance the financial health and performance of any company and/or organization; Participate efficiently and enthusiastically in both individual and team capacities while relying on personal, results-driven work ethics and the ability to quickly adapt to new tasks and environments; Processed payroll and payroll tax deposits and returns (up to 3,000 employees in 17 states); Prepared to demonstrate how my passion for the application of math skills in a financial setting will permit me to become an immediate and valuable contributor to the success of your office.

SKILLS

Managed multiple assignments/clients simultaneously and prioritize tasks.

Eager and willing to accept assignments with levels of complexity and responsibility that scare others away!

Researched and led projects to streamline office workflow.

Excelled in time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.

Delivered consistent, outstanding customer service, internally and externally.

Projected a professional demeanor with a decision-making, analytical problem-solving, strategic planning, detail-oriented and meticulously organized, positive can-do attitude!

Competently initiated effective communication, both verbally and written.

Designed and developed spreadsheets, databases, reports, and financial models to assess and analyze financial performance, budgeting, and forecasting.

Experienced in the recruitment, hiring, training and development of company’s workforce.

Managed Human Resources and developed Office Policies and Procedures Manuals and Employee Handbooks.

Researched and implemented employee benefits programs.

Proficient in QuickBooks Desktop/Online and Microsoft Office, and similar software.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Tax Preparer Specialist January 2007-December 2017

Self-Employed Athens, Georgia, United States

Prepared individual and corporate tax returns and extensions. Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.

Financial Accounting Clerk Sept.2005 - November 2006

Holiday Inn of Athens Athens, Georgia, United States

Utilized spreadsheets and financial software to prepare financial statements for the Holiday Inn. Developed financial models to assess and analyze financial performance and forecasting for the Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, and the Hilton Garden Inn. Performed Night Auditor duties as needed.

Self-Employed Bookkeeper/Office Manager January 1995-December 2005

Go Figure! Business Services Athens, Georgia, United States

Converted and/or established and maintained QuickBooks accounting systems and procedures. Provided accurate, cost-effective, and reliable bookkeeping services for start-ups to small companies by taking care of all the day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, ensuring accuracy of financial records. Served as Executive Administrative Support. Processed food and employee reimbursement requests for non-profits. Delivered exemplary customer service. Generated successful working relationships, internally and externally. Prepared individual, payroll, and corporate tax returns. Synchronized mass mailings for website sale of vehicles. Designed and maintained website.

Live Production Accountant September 1997-November 1999

Seaboard Farms (Pilgrim's Pride) Athens, Georgia, United States

Processed weekly payments for poultry farms. Recorded journal entries and reconciled G/L at period-end closing to produce Financial Statements for Live Production accounts. Created weekly Live Production P & L Estimates.

Bookkeeper (part-time) June 1997–March 1999

Thigpen & Jones, PC Athens, Georgia, United States

Managed multiple clients' simultaneously by processing day-to-day bookkeeping tasks. Ensured accuracy of financial information CPA’s had to complete financial cycles. Reconciled clients' bank, credit cards, and lines of credit accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit ready.

Director of Finance & Administration July 1994-September 1997

REsource Partners, Inc Watkinsville, Georgia, United States Constructed and executed financial operations system in a high-intensity, fast-paced, rapidly growing start-up. Supported the mission, vision, and values of the organization to promote growth. Recruited, hired, trained, and promoted development of staff that grew from one employee to 25 employees. Supervised administrative and accounting employees. Negotiated corporate loans, receivable financing, and client contracts. Designed and implemented spreadsheet models for business plans and budgeting guidelines. Prepared journal entries and reconciled journals for General Ledger at period-end closings allowing creation of financial statements. Facilitated staff meetings, travel plans, company functions and retreats. Managed site facilities, renovations, and maintenance. Performed Executive Administrative support for owners.

Office Manager April 1992-June 1994

Classic City Appraisals Athens, Georgia, United States

Administered full charge bookkeeping for all financial operations. Assisted in organizing appraisers' assignments. Gathered property tax records, deed information, and plat copies for residential and commercial properties. Prepared final compilation of appraisal reports for clients.

EDUCATION

Jefferson High School - Diploma with Business Concentration

Jefferson, Georgia, United States