Paula Nicholson
Accounting/Human Resources Manager
Profile
Dynamic Accounting Manager with 15 years of supervisory experience, adept at driving efficiency and accuracy in financial operations across diverse sectors. Expertise includes overseeing accounting transactions, preparing comprehensive financial reports, and enhancing internal controls. Proficient in a range of accounting software, ensuring compliance and optimizing team performance. Committed to fostering strong working relationships and maintaining clear communication to achieve organizational goals. Proven ability to streamline processes and implement effective solutions, leading to improved productivity and financial management.
Employment History
Accounting Manager at Durham Homes, LLC, SIMPSONVILLE April 2022
- Supervise Accounting Clerk and oversee all accounting transactions across multiple companies.
• Prepare month, quarter, and year-end financial reports.
• Manage fixed assets, including depreciation schedules.
• Execute journal entries and bank reconciliations.
• Implement internal control procedures for Accounts Payable and credit card transactions.
HumanResource/Accounting Manager at Software Innovations, Inc, Easley
November 2008
- Executed financial statements and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Coordinated company accounting activities and conducted monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial reporting to executives.
• Supervised accounting and administrative staff, enhancing team productivity and oversight of accounting functions.
• Managed recruitment, hiring, and employee benefit processes, including retirement and compliance audits.
• Developed accounting standards, internal controls, and personnel policies, maintaining alignment with regulations.
Accounting Manager at Duraline Imaging Inc
January 2003 — December 2008
- Managed accounting operations, payroll, collections, and financial reporting.
• Supervised up to ten employees, enhancing team efficiency.
• Conducted month-end closings, quarterly tax reporting, and year-end financial summaries.
• Streamlined purchasing for manufacturing and shipping departments.
Details
2117 Murdock Road
Belton
United States
***************@*****.***
Skills
Financial Reporting
Accounting Software
Proficiency
Internal Controls
Implementation
Team Supervision and
Leadership
Process Streamlining
Compliance and Regulation
Adherence
Assets Management
Journal Entries and Bank
Reconciliation
Payroll Management
Customer Service and
Collections
Job Costing and WIP
Competent with QB - online
& desktop, Buildertrend,
Timberline, ADP & Gusto
Estimating & Project
Management - 1 year training
• Implemented software upgrades and procedures, achieving significant labor reductions and debt recovery.
Office Manager at E&M Mechanical Contractors
January 1998 — December 2003
- Managed accounting, payroll, and financial reporting for E&M Mechanical Contractors.
• Completed quarterly/yearly payroll tax returns across three states and sales tax reporting.
• Processed payables exceeding $1.5 million, ensuring timely payments.
• Reconciled monthly bank statements and prepared balance sheets for monthly closings.
• Implemented Timberline software to enhance purchasing, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions. customer service, collections at Blalock Manufacturing January 1988 — December 1998
- Managed accounts receivable and payable for 20 customers.
• Prepared monthly and quarterly reports for Controller.
• Processed payments and expedited orders for timely delivery.
• Balanced intercompany cost of goods sold and reconciled bank statements.
• Provided customer service and conducted monthly collections for past due accounts.
Education
Bachelor of Business, Montreat College, Asheville
January 1998
7 credits needed to complete
Cosmetology, Skyland Academy, Arden
January 1994
Asheville Technical College, Asheville
January 1990
associate's in paralegal, Cecil's Junior College, Asheville January 1987
GED Certification, Anchorage Technical College, Anchorage January 1987 — January 1987
References
References available upon request