PAULA TAYLOR
Sugar Land, Texas 832-***-****
SENIOR BOOKKEEPER FULL-CHARGE BOOKKEEPER ACCOUNTING PROFESSIONAL PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Detail-oriented accounting professional with 20+ years of experience managing full-cycle bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting, budgeting, tax compliance, and office operations. Trusted business partner to executives and business owners with a proven record of maintaining accurate financial records, streamlining processes, and supporting operational growth. CORE COMPETENCIES
Full-Charge Bookkeeping • General Ledger • Bank Reconciliations • Accounts Payable • Accounts Receivable • Payroll Processing • Financial Reporting • Budgeting & Forecasting • Month-End Close • Cash Flow Management
• Tax Compliance • Human Resources Administration
TECHNOLOGY
Microsoft Office Suite • SAP • JD Edwards • Lawson • Hyperion • AS400 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
KMP USA LLC Controller / Accounting Manager 2014–Present
• Oversee all accounting and bookkeeping operations including AP, AR, payroll, general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Prepare financial statements, budgets, and management reports for ownership and executive leadership.
• Manage payroll administration, tax filings, and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Direct cash flow management, banking relationships, and financial planning activities.
• Lead HR functions including recruiting, onboarding, employee records management, and separations.
• Implement accounting procedures and controls that improve efficiency and accuracy. Schlumberger Management Accountant 2006–2013
• Performed monthly general ledger analysis, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Prepared variance analyses and partnered with department leaders to manage budgets and control costs.
• Supported quarterly and annual tax reporting requirements.
• Managed corporate cost allocations and journal entries across multiple business units.
• Assisted with mergers, acquisitions, and accounting system transitions.
• Supported accounts payable and expense reporting functions for multiple entities. Contract Accounting Assignments Accounting Professional 2004–2005 Provided bookkeeping, reconciliations, financial reporting support, and day-to-day accounting services for multiple organizations.
Quick Connectors, Inc. Office Manager 1998–2003
• Managed office operations, purchasing, inventory coordination, and customer service activities.
• Oversaw accounts payable, cash management, recordkeeping, and administrative functions.
• Implemented and maintained ISO procedures and supported quality assurance initiatives. EDUCATION & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting – University of Phoenix 64 CPE Credit Hours – Finance
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) Coursework
Professional Communication Seminar
Payroll Compliance Training