JEANNE RETHERFORD

**** ***** ***** ****, ******** GA 31904 · 919-***-****

adxer4@r.postjobfree.com

Dedicated experienced Office Administrator, Finance Analyst and Staff Accountant. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written. Skilled at learning and applying new concepts quickly and under pressure. Hold a positive and energetic attitude. Extensive computer training including programs: Excel, Office word, Power point, Blacksmith, SAP, Smart Fusion, Maestro and Outlook

EXPERIENCE

Feb 2022-CURRENT

THE CONCRETE COMPANY/ COLUMBUS, GA (September 2022-Current)

HR GENERALIST-(February 2022-September (Spherion)

HR GENERALIST-(September 2022- March 2023

STAFF ACCOUNTANT (September 2022-Current)

Staff Accountant

Monitored and managed critical due dates and the necessary documentation for timely preparation of reports, filings, etc.

Responsible for bank reconciliations, sales tax returns, positive pay/ACH and wire transfers; vehicle registrations, business license renewals, government surveys, unclaimed property returns, weighmaster certificates and licenses, etc. for multiple companies.

Supported Accounts Payable in coding, processing invoices for payment for multiple companies.

Coordinated with external accountants on preparation of annual tax returns of assigned companies.

Performed analysis on financial statement accounts. Identify errors and resolution to management. Ensure analysis and resolutions, if any, are completed prior to month-end close.

G/L system. Focused on data entry and reporting functionalities for multiple companies.

Assisted in the preparation of quarterly and annual filings in accordance with GAAP.

Prepared and submitted monthly sales tax returns and property tax returns. Prepare IFTA returns.

Prepared mailings for the Companies. Prepare labels and maintain files as needed within the Separate companies..

Identified and communicate continuous improvement opportunities

HR Generalist

Maintained confidentiality of 5 companies information

Provide personnel policy and procedure guidance to employees and management.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of federal and state employment law and compliance requirements.

Coordinate open enrollments, changes, and training for employee benefits programs.

Respond to human resources-related inquiries.

Assisted with payroll processing.

Create and distribute internal communications regarding status changes, benefits, or company policies.

Administer new employee on-boarding and orientation.

Develop and maintain talent management processes.

Processed complaints regarding sexual harassment, discrimination, or other instances of workplace harassment and assist in any necessary investigations and disciplinary actions.

Maintain employee personnel records of 500+ employees

JULY 2021-OCT 2021

FINANCIAL ANALYST, CITY OF CLINTON/ CITY HALL

Consolidated and analyzed financial data (budgets, income statement forecasts etc) taking into account local government goals and financial standing

Provided creative alternatives and recommendations to reduce costs and improve financial performance Assembled and summarized data to structured reports on financial status and risks

Develop financial models, process analysis

Conducted studies on past, future and comparative performance and develop forecast models for City and County.

Identify trends, advise City Council and recommend action.

Tracked and determine financial status by analyzing actual results in comparison with forecasts Reconciled transactions by comparing and correcting data

Consult with Finance Director and City Council to guide and influence long term and strategic decision making

Drive process improvement and policy development initiatives that impact the function and future of County and City.

July 2019 to July 2021

ACCRUALS ANALYST, BUTTERBALL LLC.

Analyzed and establish broker contracts accurately and timely in Blacksmith program Analyzed trade contracts within Trade System

Analyzed monthly/quarterly/annual auto payment reports for accuracy prior to dispersing payments. Analyzed on demand payments for proper program set up, support documentation and authorizations Researched documents and pursue repayments of invalid deductions, as necessary.

Analyzed customer post audits for validation to clear to program or pursue repay. Maintained accurate broker contract files with the necessary supporting documentation Maintained yearly broker contract updates efficiently and timely

Reviewed any broker contract exceptions with the Legal Department and/or Risk Management Communicated and worked directly with Brokers, Business Development, Sales Team and Customer Service to provide and attach proper support documentation for deductions and on demand check payments.

Working knowledge and understanding of customer base within assigned area Compiled customer specific analysis resulting in specialized reporting for customers.

Prepared, analyzed, and e-mailed weekly detail reporting to all brokers.

Supported areas of responsibility through contract, deduction, and spreadsheet analysis as well as special projects

Supported Manager of Trade and Brokerage, Trade Supervisor, Director of Accounting Operations and VP Finance/Controller.

Conducted all accounting activities in a professional manner according to accounting practices and procedures.

September 2015 - November 2016

OPERATIONS ASSISTANT, YORK RISK SERVICES, INC.

Performed clerical accounting and bookkeeping.

Maintained budgets for business expense accounts and event accounts.

Maintained journals and ledgers for accounts receivable and payable, fiscal controls and financial records.

Planned events for 100 plus employees. In charge of all human resource records. Performed data entry for worker compensation codes.

Prepared and edited quarterly and yearly budget report presentations. Coordinated travel and audited travel expenses for 6 supervisors and three of the Vice presidents.

Worked closely with the operations manager to oversee daily business operations Responsible for enforcing company policies and procedures within the office Proactively recommended improvements to increase performance

Liaise with different departments to improve performance and work efficiency Monitor worker comp claims and supplier relations

Compiled reports and distributed them to relevant departments

Attending to any correspondence and emails by customers, clients and contractors Updated on industry trends and consumer market

EDUCATION

1998

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, WILLIAM H. SPENCER HIGH SCHOOL COLUMBUS,GA

GPA 3.7

1999

Columbus State University Business Management 2021-current

Penn Foster

Associates in Accounting

References-

Sonya Maynard- Robinson and Grimes -Accounting Firm- 706-***-**** adxer4@r.postjobfree.com

Candi Smith- The Concrete Company- 706-***-**** adxer4@r.postjobfree.com

Spherion/ Columbus GA- 706-***-****

JMA Placement Goldsboro NC- 919-***-****

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