Margaret (Margie) Phillips
*** ****** **., **********, ** 62226
618-***-**** *************@*****.***
Professional Summary
Detail-oriented and reliable professional with over 30 years of experience in accounting, office management, and administrative support—primarily in the automotive industry. Strong background in setting up and managing business operations, payroll, financial reporting, and audits. Recently rejoined the workforce part-time in an administrative role and now seeking a remote, part-time opportunity where I can provide dependable and experienced bookkeeping support. Core Skills
- Office & Business Setup
- Payroll Processing (ADP, QuickBooks)
- Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Financial Reporting & Reconciliations
- General Ledger Management
- Sales Tax & Payroll Tax Reporting
- Software: QuickBooks Pro, ADP,
Reynolds & Reynolds, Microsoft Office,
Excel
- Administrative Support
- Audit Coordination
Recent Experience
Scheffel-Boyle, Administrative Assistant (Seasonal) 2025 Tax Season
- Scanned, filed, and organized tax documents
- Answered phones and assisted with basic client inquiries
- Supported team with general administrative tasks during tax season JD Byrider/CNAC/Illini Recovery, Office Manager / Comptroller 2006–2019
- Set up accounting and office infrastructure for five separate businesses
- Handled all aspects of payroll, A/P, A/R, and reconciliations across multiple bank accounts
- Managed general ledger entries, adjustments, and monthly closings
- Completed monthly and quarterly financial statements, sales tax, and payroll tax reports
- Compiled profit and loss statements and other financial reporting for leadership
- Managed vehicle title processing and tax submissions
- Served as the primary point of contact for state, federal, and accounting audits
- Oversaw daily office operations and handled ad hoc administrative needs Previous Experience
- St. Louis Acura, Office Manager 2000–2006
- Lincoln Trail Auto Sales, Office Manager / New Business Setup 1998–2000
- Auffenberg Chrysler-Plymouth, Accounts Payable / Receivable 1996–1998
- Miller Chrysler-Plymouth, Office Manager — 1988–1996