Adam L. Rouse
Little River, SC 910-***-**** ****@*****-****.***
SUMMARY
Full-Charge Bookkeeper with 15+ years of experience managing the complete bookkeeping cycle for a successful small business. Skilled in maintaining accurate financial records, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payroll processing, bank and credit card reconciliations, financial reporting, budgeting, and general ledger maintenance. MBA graduate with QuickBooks Online Level 1 & Level 2, QuickBooks Payroll, and Intuit Enterprise Suite certifications. Recognized for accuracy, organization, analytical problem-solving, and the ability to work independently while supporting business growth.
EDUCATION
Northeastern University
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
UNCW / Ashford University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, High Honors
EXPERIENCE
Co-Owner Full-Charge Bookkeeper & Operations Manager 2010 – Present Carolina Backwoods Ash, NC
• Managed the complete bookkeeping cycle for a successful small business utilizing QuickBooks.
• Recorded and maintained accurate financial transactions and bookkeeping records.
• Managed Accounts Payable, including vendor invoices, payment scheduling, and account reconciliation.
• Managed Accounts Receivable, customer invoicing, payment processing, collections, and account maintenance.
• Performed monthly bank and credit card reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy.
• Processed payroll and maintained payroll records.
• Prepared monthly Profit & Loss Statements, Balance Sheets, and financial reports to support business decisions.
• Organized and maintained financial documentation for year-end tax preparation and CPA review.
• Assisted with budgeting, financial forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Tracked inventory purchases, business expenses, and operational costs.
• Utilized Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks to analyze revenue, expenses, and profitability.
• Researched and resolved accounting discrepancies while maintaining accurate financial records.
• Worked independently while managing multiple accounting and operational responsibilities.
• Helped lead a business recognized with TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice Best of the Best Award for three consecutive years while maintaining a 98% customer satisfaction rating. Supervisor of Supply Chain 2005 – 2014
United Parcel Service (UPS) Wilmington, NC
• Managed documentation, reporting, and recordkeeping in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Generated reports and analyzed operational performance metrics.
• Maintained invoicing accuracy and electronic records.
• Conducted compliance audits and process improvement initiatives.
• Supervised and developed a team of 32 employees.
• Achieved consistent FAA, TSA, and corporate audit compliance through detailed documentation and process management.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Full-Cycle Bookkeeping
Accounts Payable (AP)
Accounts Receivable (AR)
Bank Reconciliations
Credit Card Reconciliations
Payroll Processing
General Ledger Maintenance
Journal Entries
Financial Reporting
Profit & Loss Statements
Balance Sheets
Budgeting & Cash Flow Management
Financial Record Management
Inventory Accounting
Microsoft Excel
QuickBooks Online
QuickBooks Desktop
Intuit Enterprise Suite
CERTIFICATIONS
Intuit Enterprise Suite Certification
QuickBooks Online Level 2 Certification
QuickBooks Online Level 1 Certification
QuickBooks Payroll Certification