SHELLY M. WHITAKER

**** ****** ****** **** *• Sacramento, CA 95829 • 916-***-****

ad3qnw@r.postjobfree.com • SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Reconciling accounts, and ensuring accuracy and completeness of data. Capable of the development in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, within tight deadlines intended for management. 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 Photoshop, Acrobat, Microsoft Frontpage, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Advance Lotus 123, Dbase and able to learn proprietary systems/applications quickly and easily. Qualified in, search optimization, marketing, internet sales, social media, and email campaigns, HTML, and implementing website design. SKILL PROFICIENCIES

• Organizational Skills • Time Management

• IBM & Mac Literate • Accounts Payable/Receivable

• Research Ability • Reconciliation

EDUCATION

Healds Business College Rancho Cordova, CA.

Degree in Accounting/Computer Applications, 1991

By completing the Accounting/Computer Applications program. I have learned accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, payroll, auditing, cost accounting, income tax. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.

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SHELLY M. WHITAKER

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

House of Signs/Weidner Corp. – Sacramento, CA

Assistant to Controller: Manage all financial transactions, posting debits and credits, producing financial statements, and recording all transactions. Prepare management reports and financial summaries using Microsoft Excel detailing company’s financial status. Performed accounts receivable functions, balancing cash and posting sales invoices. Generate bank deposits, verify and balance receipts. Create monthly billing and track overdue accounts. Research and resolve billing and collections disputes. Key Contributions: Improved processes for creating customer invoices, which reduced overall timeframe for receiving payments. Prepared and delivered to management, under extremely quick turnaround timelines, accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. Contributed substantially to, reducing outstanding accounts receivables through improved collections processes. Wickland Oil Company – Sacramento, CA

Daily Sales Auditor: I acquired twelve stations for which I reconciled daily over/short totals. I ensured accurate and timely processing of accounting data. Worked with accounts payable department to post invoices of daily receipts accurately entered transactions into proprietary company accounting system. As well as month end closing.

Key Contributions: Excelled within a fastpaced environment continually, taking on increased levels of responsibility.

Wickland Oil/Regal Gas Station – Sacramento, CA

Manager: As a manager, I managed financial transactions and record keeping with strict attention to detail.I made daily bank deposits, ordering of all merchandise, Monthly store audits, Gas pricing, and Employee management. I compiled statistical reports for management. Communicated with customers to address inquiries and resolve issues.

Key Contributions: Demonstrated talent for quickly, learning new tasks and completing assignments ahead of schedule while maintaining a high degree of accuracy. 2