Manager Accountant
Resume:
Kimberly I. Wright
Birdseye, Indiana 47513
*******.**@*****.***
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-wright-21792446/
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Professional with extensive experience in all facets of accounting, who enjoys managing relationships, researching tough issues and problem solving. Accustomed to fast paced, ever changing environments and technologies with the ability to champion multiple tasks. Demonstrates attention to detail with the ability to anticipate issues and further needs that may arise.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Kimball Hospitality, Jasper, Indiana May 2014 – August 2020
International Inventory Coordinator
Brought on board, after new system (Syspro) implementation, to stabilize international inventory, largest asset, and bring it back into compliance with corporate accounting and GAAP guidelines. Instrumental in developing a reliable infrastructure and standardizing processes across all areas of international inventory. Fully responsible for training all team members, domestic and international, on processes. Developed a filing system which enabled all team members to have immediate access to the documents and allow for a 100% paperless environment.
Proactively investigated and resolved day-to-day issues that may impact internal and external customers
Collaborated with KH (Kimball Hospitality) US and International teams to ensure efficient movement of all goods from supplier networks.
Developed and implemented the international inventory movement process
Utilized Syspro to handle the day to day international shipping and receiving processes, which kept the system records current and accurate
Followed up with freight forwarders on status of all international shipments
Maintained and updated clearance processing for all international shipments to ensure timely and accurate revenue billing
Investigated and resolved variances in inventory accounts on a monthly basis
Calculated international freight accrual by shipment and containers.
Reviewed and approved international freight invoices with variances less $10,000.
Trained domestic and international team members on the international inventory process.
Created documentation for the international inventory process.
Utilized OneDrive to create an on-line filing process, which enabled department to go 100% paperless.
Kimball Hospitality, Jasper, Indiana January 2005 - May 2014
Senior Accountant
Executed several core accounting functions, including preparing monthly and year end journal entries, financial statements and account reconciliations. In addition, collaborated across business units to resolve inter-company financial issues. Developed and owned all process documentation and the training of all financial users of Avalon and Syspro.
Researched and resolved various business issues.
Analyzed tax information to assist in corporate tax preparation.
Calculated royalty payments.
Reviewed commission payments.
Developed and refined the international vendor payment process.
Developed process documentation and ensured compliance with Sarbanes Oxley.
Assisted in the Syspro implementation and owned the financial process.
Trained various users, within my company and at other business units, on various aspects of Syspro.
Kimball Home, Jasper, Indiana August 1999 - January 2005
Senior Accountant
Expediated all core accounting functions, including preparing month end and year end journal entries, financial statements, within the Avalon system. Established a reconciliation process with documentation that was used across Kimball. Worked closely with the Director of Finance in the budget preparation. Developed and owned all process documentation and the training of all financial users of Avalon. In addition, utilized Avalon system knowledge to assist Corporate Accounting and internal auditors to investigate fraud at another business unit.
Analyzed tax information to assist in corporate tax preparation.
Calculated royalty payments and reviewed commission payments
Developed and refined the international vendor payment process.
Developed process documentation and ensured compliance with Sarbanes Oxley.
Investigated and resolved day-to-day operational issues
Assisted in the Avalon implementation and owned the financial process.
Trained various users, within my company and at other business units, on various aspects of Avalon.
Kimball Office Group, Jasper, Indiana November 1996 – August 1999
Cash Application Associate
Input cash receipts into A0GO, MacPac and SAP for application against specific accounts receivables.
Maintained accurate showroom inventory for the showrooms
Assisted in the preparation of month end workpapers and reconciliations Kimball United Kingdom (KUK) and Kimball Home
Mentor to Liaison between KUK’s Finance Department and liaison between them and other Kimball International business units.
Performed daily business functions for Kimball Home Furniture.
Geo. S. Olive & Co., LLC, Bloomington, Indiana August 1995 – July 1996
Staff Accountant
Prepared compilations and tax returns for corporations, partnerships, individuals, and non-for-profit agencies.
Projected tax returns, researched tax issues for client ventures, and assisted with income tax planning
Reviewed and assisted staff preparation of payroll returns.
Prepared feasibility studies
Utilize Excel, Word, FastAdvantage, CLR tax software, FAS1000, BNA, RIA, and various software packages.
Bradley & Associates, CPA, Indianapolis, Indiana January 1994 – August 1995
Staff Accountant
Prepared compilations, reviews, Medicaid and Medicare cost reports, tax returns, assisted with audits and various office duties.
Utilized Microsoft Word, Excel, Peachtree, Lacerte, CCH Perform, ATB, Depreciation Solution, HBO and various software packages.
EDUCATION
University of Indianapolis, Indianapolis, Indiana
Bachelor of Science, Accounting (1990-1993) Cum Laude
3.7 Grade Point Average on 4.0 scale
Indiana Vocational Technical College, Indianapolis, Indiana (1988-1990)
Associate Degree in Accounting Technology
3.92 Grade Point Average on 4.0 scale
COMMUNITY
Strings, Inc. – non-for-profit group that teaches violin to members of the local community
President of the Board for 4 years
Current Member of the Board
First Lego League Coach – non-for-profit that teaches STEM activities using Lego Robots
Coached 6th, 7th and 8th grade teams for the past 3 years
Area of specialty is team building, presentations and time management.
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