Purchasing and Operations Professional with Government Experience
Resume:
Kathryn Dianne Hewitt
Nichols, SC 29581
OBJECTIVE
Detail-oriented and dependable business professional with 15+ years of experience in purchasing, accounting, office management and customer relations. Proven ability to manage accounts payable/receivable, payroll, government contract purchasing, and month-end reporting. Known for strong work ethic, accuracy, and the ability to support operations in fast-paced environments while maintaining compliance and efficiency.
CORE SKILLS & TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
Payroll Processing & Payroll Taxes
Month-End, Quarter-End & Year-End Reporting
Government Contract Purchasing
Budget Analysis & P&L Reporting
Project Scheduling & Equipment Logs
Customer & Client Relations
Human Resources Administration
Software:
Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Office Suite • QuickBooks • ROSS Accounting Software • Business Objects • Financial Advising Systems
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SOPAKCO, Inc. – Mullins, SC
Buyer 2021 – Present
Sole buyer responsible for procuring components required for the production of MRE meals for the U.S. Military and other government contract meals
Coordinate purchasing activities based on production schedules to ensure uninterrupted manufacturing
Respond to production and operations inquiries regarding material availability and requirements
Maintain vendor relationships and ensure compliance with government contract standards
Carolina Pavement Markings, Inc. – Conway, SC
Administrative Manager / Office Manager 2005–2008; 2014–2021
Reported directly to Human Resources Manager
Managed Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable functions
Prepared month-end, quarter-end, and year-end billing and financial reports
Performed data entry, check printing, job closing, and quantity log entry
Tracked employee time and processed payroll-related data
Reconciled bank and credit card statements
Responded to inquiries regarding AP, AR, and active job concerns
Utilized QuickBooks for accounting and reporting functions
SOPAKCO, Inc. – Mullins, SC
Accounts Payable / Junior Cost Accountant 2009
Reported directly to the Corporate Controller
Assisted with month-end and year-end closing for budget analysis and P&L reporting
Managed company-wide accounts payable processes
Processed invoices, performed data entry, and issued checks and ACH payments
Prepared and distributed payment remittances and responded to vendor inquiries
Utilized Business Objects and ROSS Accounting software
Tyler’s Custom Concrete, LLC – Conway, SC
Office Administration 2008–2009; 2011–2014
Managed payroll, payables, receivables, and human resources functions
Processed payroll and customer invoicing using QuickBooks
Prepared weekly and quarterly tax filings
Completed bid requests and bid bond documentation
Special Projects:
Developed an equipment maintenance log to reduce downtime and prevent equipment failure
Implemented fuel usage vs. mileage tracking to improve record accuracy and employee accountability
H&R Block – Mullins, SC
Tax Preparer 2005–2006 (Part-Time)
Prepared and reviewed individual tax returns
Entered tax data accurately into computer systems
Communicated refund status and tax information to clients
Maintained confidential client records and files
Horry County State Bank – Mt. Olive, SC
Assistant Customer Service Representative & Teller 2000–2004
Provided one-on-one customer service regarding personal financial accounts.
Assisted customers with Money Market accounts, CDs, and IRAs.
Utilized Flex-Tel and Banker’s Systems to process transactions.
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