Accounting Specialist

Lauryl L. Clark

*** ********** ******, *********, ** 34744

adj16f@r.postjobfree.com 410-***-****

OBJECTIVE: To join a dynamic team of passionate people and apply my knowledge of accounting, administration and customer service to contribute to the growth and success of the company. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

Accounting Specialist Dec 2019- Present

Underwood & Associates, Inc.

Responsible for full cycle bookkeeping, including AP/AR and payroll using QuickBooks and ADP. Reconciled monthly credit card, petty cash and bank statements. Financial reporting to accountant. Year-end closing reports and tax filing. Preparation of 1099’s. HR and onboarding of new employees. Conducted annual reviews of commercial liability and employee insurance plans reducing costs. Offered clerical and administrative support to Operations Manager. Filed IFTA tax and UCR filings for CDL licensed drivers and trucks. Maintained files on drivers and employees. Administrative Officer III Mar 2017 – Nov 2018

Maryland Department of Natural Resources/Chesapeake and Coastal Services Annapolis, MD Independently planned, developed and conducted analysis of agency programs and procedures. Formulated final reports utilizing Excel and Webfocus programs. Prepared and developed management tools such as procedural manuals and salary reports. Compile, review and prepare grant and project documents that are associated with Trust Fund accounts. Determine accuracy of grant/project documents and budgets and any modifications. Determine if documentation received with invoices is accurate and sufficient to approve for payment. Communicate to Grant managers any discrepancies in back-up documentation. Complete all tasks in a timely manner. Provide administrative assistance to project managers regarding the required grant forms etc. Maintains files for State audit purposes. Maintains and develops Excel spreadsheets with files/figures for fiscal tracking. Review and approve expenditures and invoices applying State procurement laws and regulations. Reconcile expenditures and encumbrances on a monthly basis.

Administrative Specialist June 2014 – July 2016

Maryland Department of Natural Resources/Forest Service Annapolis, MD Primary contact for public inquiries regarding urban forestry programs such as the Maryland Licensed Tree Experts and the Maryland Plants Trees coupon reimbursement program. Processing mail orders, email orders, and online orders while recognizing, meeting and exceeding goals for turnaround time and customer expectations. Utilized Access database and Excel for tracking Treemendous tree orders, Gift of Tree donations and Woodland Incentive Program reimbursements. Used Web Focus program to track revenue and expenditures. PT Sales Associate /Key Holder Aug 2011 – Sept 2013 Talbots Queenstown, MD

Performed opening and closing of store activities including counting of register, bank deposit, staff scheduling, verifying and unloading of freight/inventory, floor set for new product display, review of team sales goals with staff and interpreting company policies. Stocked, replenished and organized inventory with accuracy and efficiency. Possesses a good understanding of best merchandising practices and inventory management. Assisted customers with finding and selecting items and providing recommendations that generated additional sales. My ability to gauge and meet the needs of the customer by staying current on the latest trends in the industry and educating the customer on our brand developed long term relationships and created repeat business.

Customer Service/Small Group and Individual Sale Feb 2002 – June 2008 Chesapeake Benefit Services, Inc. Chestertown, MD

Met with group and individual clients to review health benefits or renewal rates and to offer options and resolve any customer issues. Worked with insurance carriers to resolve customer claims. Attended carrier and insurance seminars regarding legislative issues and continuing education credits.

Customer Service /Shipping 1992-1996

Bay Resins, Inc. Millington, MD

Generated quotes within an expected time frame. Effectively communicated the characteristics associated with particular products, features and applications. Assisted in expediting sales orders and communicating order status. Worked with transportation companies to negotiate rates and expedite shipments. Reduced costs up to 10%. Provided friendly and professional service. Built and maintained relationships with customers. Managed customer complaints. Accurately entered purchase order ensuring all specifications are documented. Audit sales order against purchase order. Monitored orders for on time shipments. Documented responses and actions needed to obtain orders. Follow-up on quotations and ask for the order. Attended weekly meeting to ensure on time deliveries. Communicated with lab, R&D and shipping to coordinate schedule for on time shipments. Ensure product was packaged according to customer specifications. Communicated with shipping to ensure all documentation was complete.

Certificates

Concur (Government travel training program)

CPR AED

Fire Safety

Key Competencies and Skills

Professional

Dedicated to the job with a strong drive to succeed and a can do attitude.

Strong work ethic; self-starter; results oriented.

Able to handle sensitive and confidential information/situations.

Operating complex and standard office equipment.

Strong listening and questioning skills.

Ability to handle multiple assignments and projects independently and simultaneously.

Ability to work well as a team as well as independently. Personal

Approachable & professional.

Know my limits and seek assistance when needed.

Willing to be accountable, liable & answerable for actions and decisions.

Acting with the highest level of ethical standards, always treating others fairly and with respect.

Excellent communicator internally and externally

Tactful and articulate, well organized, responsive and energetic SPECIALIZED SKILLS

QuickBooks, ADP, Sage100, PeachTree, Excel, Access, Word, WebFocus, Concur REFERENCES

Available upon request

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