Kevin S. Dauterman

*** ***** ***** ****** **** Up ● Painesville, OH 44077 ● 440-***-**** ● addk6v@r.postjobfree.com

EDUCATION

INDIANA WESLEYAN UNIVERSITY, Marion, Indiana

Eligible to sit for my CPA

Bachelor of Science in Accounting 2014 GPA 3.9

Masters of Science in Accounting 2017 GPA 3.91

WORKPLACE SKILLS

Strong proficiency in MS Office products and an advanced user in MS Excel.

Works with an efficient mindset and looks for constant improvement and adapts for new businesses.

Understands individual industries and business segments for the larger scale needs and demands for future goals and projections.

Understands and has comprehensive experience with the full accounting cycle for various industry practices.

Ability to understand intricate processes and procedures for the purposes of teaching and evaluating the business forecasts.

Attention to detail and investigation of variances along with corresponding journal entries.

Strong time management skills with an emphasis on priorities and deadlines.

Comprehends individual State Sales Tax and proper nexus requirements for liability.

Works directly with vendors to develops strong business relationships.

Technology advanced for media integration and employee training

Analytical and critical thinking skills with a focus efficiency and cost analysis

Works independently with the ability to multitask while prioritizing tasks according to demand and deadlines.

Efficient management through servant leadership style.

US GAAP and SOX knowledgeable.

Works with a team mentality and the ability to delegate tasks as needed.

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)

Evaluates work analytically and accurately

Very proficient in emerging technologies.

Career and education driven

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

WS TYLER – Accounting Manager Mentor, Ohio January 2020 – May 2020

Daily banking and LOC bank daily activity.

Commissions payment for sales representatives.

Analysis and expense reporting for department lines and product lines.

Monthly bank reconciliations.

Month end close and FS preparation.

BS adjustments and monthly JEs.

Product costing with COGS and lease sales adjustments.

Standard and Lot costing adjustments and reconciliations.

Creates monthly recaps for multiple payments and accounts.

ASHTABULA RUBBER COMPANY – Consultant/Sr. Accountant Ashtabula, Ohio October 2019- December 2019

Provided oversight and implementation of SOPs for account verification and reconciliation.

Created manuals for cross training for accounting department.

Adjusted cash application process to improve efficiency and reduce errors.

Reconciled Key Bank accounts and intercompany transaction accounts.

Created a workflow of the processes for developing efficiencies and reducing time wastes.

Handled plant employee deductions, charity, etc. and reconciliations.

MFG KUBOTA – Consultant/Contract Mentor, Ohio October 2019 – March 2020

Create and implement SOPs for ERP system enhancement.

Monthly bank reconciliations.

Month End financial statements.

YE financial statements and transactional analysis.

Assets and liability integration into ERP system.

Inventory systems enhancement.

LOCUS FERMENTATION SOLUTIONS – Consultant/Contract Solon, Ohio August 2019 – September 2019

Sr. Accountant/Consultant

Reconciles bank accounts for multiple entities within the holding company.

Reconciles third party integrations (bill.com, expensify) for proper account transactions along with ecommerce payment.

Handles saved searches for operations and sales functions.

Updates data structures for creating workflow processes.

Works directly under CFO and provides all supporting work for month end close.

Handles specific transaction validation for CFO regarding item fulfillment and billing.

DWELLWORKS – Consultant/Contract Cleveland, Ohio October 2018 – August 2019

Property Management Sr. Accountant/Consultant

Supports the Controller and CFO for timely financial needs and reports.

Performs support as needed for monthly close.

Creates ad hoc reports for financial analysis and goal evaluation.

Works with MS GP and internal system to create and set up new accounts in Netsuite.

Ensures that proper application of accounting process for revenue recognition.

Leads team for accounting procedures and completion and sets monthly goals.

Approves invoices for AR and makes adjustments to customer accounts for accuracy.

Creates and implements processes within internal system to help flow of data for tenant and homeowner agreements.

Creates and refines SOPs for property management AP/AR and roles and property manager responsibilities.

Reconciles auto debit management revenue fees.

Reconciles monthly payments to homeowners and vendors.

Trains new employees in daily tasks and creates a work flow process for new employees.

Handles weekly payment to homeowners with regards to tenant rent. Also processes reductions of the homeowner payment due to various reasons.

Reconciles passthru RMC accounts along with tenant aging AR accounts for monthly close.

Works with external auditors for yearly audit and provides support documentation as well as performs tasks for SOC audit.

LEADING LADY – Consultant/Contract Beachwood, Ohio January 2018 – October 2018

Sr. Accountant

Handles Fixed Asset accounts and related depreciation schedules.

Directly reports to the Controller.

Creates monthly journal entries for month end close and analysis with supporting documents.

Runs small accounting team for standard practices and monthly accounting cycle.

Reconciles multiple accounts for month end close.

Manages Leading Lady company financial accruals.

Monitors sales and returns for specialty commerce departments.

Monitors and adjusts product cost and analyzes margins.

Works as financial analysis support for internal and external marketing as well as charity donations.

Handles all accounting procedures in accordance to US GAAP.

Handles adjustments to ERP system.

Manages special projects for financial management and budget planning.

Posts special documents to the GL and performs ad hoc analysis.

Plans and controls efficiency and effectiveness of current procedures and creates new procedures as the business environment changes.

Oversees State Sales Tax for multiple states and counties.

Creates schedule for accruals and creates monthly entries for cash discounts, returns and allowances, etc.

Monitors inventory and makes necessary adjustments for reconciliation.

Handles ecommerce special projects for internet-based sales.

Reconciles and adjusts consignment inventory for Amazon.

Trains new and current employees on procedure changes and monitors correct implementation in accordance to procedure manual.

Assists AP and AR as a backup employee.

Provides direct support for external auditors for year end duties.

Represents the company at benefits and charity functions.

MENTOR MFG – Consultant/Contract Mentor, Ohio September 2017 – January 2018

Temporary Operations Manager

Manage operations of service and delivery of equipment.

Monitor sales transactions for GP and overall store profitability.

Directs Parts and Service teams for operational efficiency.

Works with Kubota and the dealership for contract, financing, and insurance regulations and premiums.

Handle promotions and cost for advertisement as well as seasonal sales promotions.

Hire and train new employees along with performance evaluations.

Create and implement new processes for efficiency according to KPIs.

Cross train employees according to skills and abilities.

Work with store manager to monitor cost of operations and create sales projections and goals.

Monitor and adjust shipment and freight costs and appropriate costs to sales accordingly.

Work with bookkeeper to develop budgets for departments and store locations.

LAUDATO AND COMPANY – Consultant/Contract Chardon, Ohio August 2017-September 2017

Staff Accountant

Manage client information in Quickbooks Online.

Handles functions for direct support to the owner and financial deadlines.

Works with multiple clients to form accurate reports.

Access tax liability for clients’ end of the year planning.

Calculate and pay state sales tax for multiple states.

Create GL entries for clients.

Reconcile payroll for multiple clients.

Performs reconciliation of company accounts.

Creates monthly reports such as the balance sheet, profit and loss, and the require working papers.

MARS ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC. Willoughby, Ohio March 2016 – July 2017

Corporate Accountant

Creates journal entries for payroll, sales tax, adjustments, discounts, etc.

Creates and files rebates for multiple vendors

Handles accounting related technical aspects of POS system

Creates Sales Tax calculation for monthly payments and prepares proper documentation.

Supports Controller and CFO for multiple location revenue reports along with location managers.

Evaluates Strategic Pricing and Cost Analysis of ERP for company GP forecasts.

Handles treasury needs and analyzes financial needs for the company.

Analyze, interpret, and put into action financial needs and procedures for cash flow efficiency.

Monitors and corrects cost/sell margins and structures.

Processes invoices and credits for vendors and customers.

Customer specific contract pricing and GP job monitoring.

Cross trained in AP and AR procedures to monitor and act as substitute when needed.

Handles technology integration for policy training and manager needs.

Coordinates with banking officials for detailed treasury needs.

Generates EDI payments as well as weekly check run payments.

Daily and monthly bank reconciliation.

Ensures positive pay is authorized for payments.

Creates special pricing and margins for target customers and suppliers.

Forms procedures and methods for integrations of new system technologies.

Mitel phone system administrator for system programming and diagnostics.

Monitors and controls security and HR integration of security protocol for physical internal controls.

Handles technology integration for policy training and manager needs.

MIDDLEFIELD FARM AND GARDEN, Middlefield, Ohio June 2014 – 2016

Staff Accountant

Manages and completes Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable to and from multiple customers and vendors.

Adjusts and creates contracts for KTAC Insurance along with other insurance options.

Creates contracts for individuals and corporations for purchases with various financing options.

Reports directly to the owner

Assist with financial statements at year end and quarterly increments.

Closes each month with corresponding ledger entries.

Manages payment of Sales Tax and CAT Tax along with proper documentation.

Generates calculations of RITA Tax and processes payment.

Handles monthly inventory balancing for multiple vendors and corresponding curtailment payments and credits.

Completes a full physical inventory count and adjustment at year end.

Completes monthly closings and daily bank reconciliation.

Manages cash flow for operating and funding activities.

Enters invoices on a daily basis and balances statements for payment twice monthly.

Create daily bank deposits of cash and checks.

WOODROOM MARTINI AND WINE BAR, Willoughby Hills, Ohio December 2011- 2014

Executive Chef, Kitchen Manager

Managed, hired, and terminated kitchen staff and enforced proper procedures.

Handled the purchase request orders and payments of delivery items for the kitchen and supplies of the restaurant.

Created menu items and prices within food cost range.

Managed inventory levels and distribution of inventory between sister restaurants.

In 2014 the business won an award from the Western Lake County Chamber of Commerce.

WRIGHT PLACE TAVERN, Willoughby Hills, Ohio September 2010-December 2011

Line Cook, Daytime Opener

Performed daily opening routine cleaning and maintenance.

Accepted food supplier orders and verification.

Prepared food daily for customers.

Cooked and plated food according to specifications.

GAVI’S INC., Willoughby, Ohio August 2009-September 2010

Chef

Performed daily duties for kitchen preparation and planning.

Took instruction from Executive Chef to further experience and knowledge in Culinary Arts.

Created desired specials according to cost/sell guidelines.

Trained new employees and instructed proper use of equipment.

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