Assistant Controller

JACQUELINE WESSEL

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QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

Dedicated and focused accounting professional with experience in financial reporting, analysis, budgeting, cash management, information systems, auditing and functional competencies in all phases of accounting, staff supervision and management. Strong interpersonal communication skills combining cross-functional departmental interactions and strong leadership capabilities while managing multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

CORE COMPETENCIES

G/L, A/R & A/P Account Analysis Financial Statements and Management Reporting

Tax Reporting and Preparation Job Costing & Margin Analysis

Accounting Management & Reconciliation Staff Training & Development

Human Resources & Benefits Payroll Policies & Procedures

Automated Accounting Information System Quarterly & Year End Reporting

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

GRESSER COMPANIES, INC. - Eagan, MN 2003 to present

Leading provider of Commercial Concrete and Masonry Construction in the Midwest, focusing on productivity, quality and reliability.

ASSISTANT CONTROLLER

Manage all accounting related functions, supervise accounting department of up to 4 members, and strengthen accounting procedures while implementing and maintaining financial controls. Position reported directly to Controller/CFO.

 Supervise all accounting activities for A/P, A/R, Payroll, Human Resources, Job Cost Accounting and General Ledger.

 Complete thorough analysis and compilation of all accounting modules to create monthly and yearly financial statements. Reconcile general ledger accounts to assure accurate activity.

 Execute financial reports such as sales projections, gross margin reports and job cost analysis. Maintain an extensive monthly percentage of completion job schedule to exhibit the success of each job.

 Manage Accounts Receivable processes. Generate timely monthly billings for each job assuring the contract, change orders, work remaining and work in process are accurately reflected. Deposit and post cash receipts and follow up on outstanding items on the aging to sustain a positive cash flow.

 Review in-house weekly payroll for accuracy in regards to pay, time charged to jobs, and note any inconsistencies with reporting.

 Utilize and integrated technology updates within both the accounting system and time and production program to create more efficient accounting operations.

 Manage work flow and completion of all audits, including annual external audit, insurance and union audits. Prepare a full analysis and reconciliation of all general ledger accounts and yearly activity such as depreciation and payroll to present to the external auditors once a year.

 Support strategic planning efforts by maintaining monthly budget analysis of sensitive general ledger accounts. Attained responsibility of phone and internet program and reduced monthly spending by 25%.

 Restructured accounting processes, while maintaining decreased personnel to streamline functions, increase productivity, eliminate redundancy and expedite workflow.

Additional Responsibilities

 Oversee integrity and performance of on-site technology, with attention to Networking, Server Maintenance and General technical operations.

 Perform troubleshooting for various IT activities, including office equipment, field technology, network and software components.

 Support Project Managers in the maintenance of all current jobs by completing audits of each job book assuring the accuracy and timeliness of the contract and approved change orders.

WHITE HOUSE BLACK MARKET – Bloomington, MN 2007 – 2008

National women’s specialized private branded boutique.

FASHION CONSULTANT AND SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Challenged to maximize sales and generate repeat business through dedicated based relationships, superior customer service, and specialized selling techniques. Obtained part time position to facilitate an accelerated plan to pay down self financed student loans.

 Generated consistent profitability as a part time associate. In less than a year was reviewed to be the top performer and leading sales consultant in dollars per transaction, units per transaction, and bonus dollars per transaction.

 Enhanced my revenue performance by creating a unique sales technique resulting in a 300% sales increase over a 9 month period. Total sales were $169,500, which represented 10% of the stores total fiscal year business.

 Created lasting and repeat relationships leading to repeat business and a loyal clientele. Contributed to the store’s customer loyalty program by achieving a 95% success rate, surpassing the store’s overall rate of 77% and the goal of 90%.

STATE OF MINNESOTA – OFFICE OF THE LEGISLATIVE AUDITOR – Saint Paul, MN 2003

Professional, nonpartisan audit and evaluation office within the legislative branch of Minnesota state government.

LEGISLATIVE AUDITOR INTERN

 Performed financial audits of state agencies and programs using detailed audit procedures for financial and statutory compliance.

 Acquired an understanding of entities internal controls to complete accurate risk assessments.

 Completed substantive tests and test of controls while considering materiality misstatement.

 Prepared detailed work papers to document procedures used and results achieved.

 After completion of internship program, was offered a full time position.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Accounting, St. Catherine University, St. Paul, MN, 2003.

Completed Undergraduate Degree in four years while working full time to self-finance education.

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