Accounting, Bookkeeping, Accounts payable & receivable

DONELLE HARRIS

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Seasoned accounting professional with more than 18 years of experience in tax preparation and

bookkeeping, financial planning, and project management. Possess exceptional client counseling and

relationship building skills, with an aptitude for innovation through teamwork and communication. A

knowledgeable leader with a B.S. in Technical Management/Accounting Concentration and a

demonstrated ability to enhance client services and lead a team in successful operations.

EXPERIENCE

Newport News Public Schools, Newport News, VA 2023- present

Payroll Specialist

Responsible for processing the payroll for NNPS, processing FLMA time and return to work processing for payroll. Produced various payroll reports analysis.

Williamsburg Community Chapel, Williamsburg, VA 2016-2023

Bookkeeper

Responsible for Accounts Payable and Account Receivables, processed payroll, reconciliations, journal entries and financial statements. Also various other duties as requested.

Harris Financial Solutions LLC., Newport News, VA 2014-present

Owner/ CFO

Equipping the community to obtain maintain and sustain financial stability.

I provide Accounting, Bookkeeping, Tax Preparation, Notary and Financial Consultation services.

Robert Half, Newport News, VA 2016-2016

Temp Accountant

Responsible for Accounts Payable and Account Receivables, processed payroll, reconciliations, journal entries and financial statements.

PB Mares, Newport News, VA 2016-2016

Tax Preparer

Prepared tax returns for clients which consisted of Sch A,B,C,D,E and Fs, 1099 R, SSA, Misc.,

1098 T and Qs, Consolidated 1099s (Brokerage Statements), K1s and misc. forms.

New Beech Grove Baptist Church, Newport News, VA 2008-2015

Administrator and Bookkeeper

Managed daily operations, vendor contracts and Accounts Payable, while ensuring optimal staff

functioning and accurate documentation of 1200 congregational members’ financial contributions.

Complied annual donation statements, budget reports and made operational recommendations,

which resulted in operational expense reductions of 5% to 15% over a 48-month period.

H&R Block, Newport News, VA 2010-2013

Tax Associate

Top associate in tax preparation, insurance and financial counseling.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science, Technical Management/Accounting Concentration (2015)

DeVry University Chesapeake, VA

Currently completing course work to earn my Church Business Administration Certificate through the Leadership Institute, Union Presbyterian Seminary in association with The Church Network.

Various continued Education credits pertaining to Church Administration and Finance

SKILLS

Technical Skills

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint and Access

QuickBooks Certified, ACS Technologies, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

Leadership: Administratively oversaw all financial matters, church staff, and daily operations.

Strategic Planning: Developed plans to reduce yearly operational expenses. Developed budgets and revenue forecast.

Negotiation Skills: Leveraged strong communication abilities to consistently attain ideal contracts. Served as church’s financial community liaison.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Financial Planning

Project & Operations Management

Tax Preparation & Auditing Procedures

Insurance & Mortgage Processing

Client Financial Counseling

Leadership & Team Supervision

Budgeting Analysis & Projections

Bookkeeping & Payroll

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