Dedicated, Detail-Oriented Accounting/HR Professional

Penny M. Goldstein

**** ** ***** *** • Plantation • FL • 33322

352-***-**** • ************@*****.***

Objective - Seeking a full-time position in which my teamwork and communication skills will have a significant impact on continued company growth.

Education

Master of Science in Human Resource Management - To be conferred April 2010

Nova Southeastern University - Davie, Florida

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration - December 2004

University of Florida - Gainesville, Florida

Florida Bright Futures Scholarship Recipient - GPA 3.48/4.00

Related Coursework

Introduction to Financial Accounting

Introduction to Finance

Introduction to Managerial Accounting

Business Law 1 & 2

Managerial Decision Making & Cost Accounting

Computer and Information Sciences

Delivering Superior Customer Value

21st Century Management Practices

Computer/Professional Skills

•Quick Books, Yardi, Timberline, Microsoft Office, AS400 system, ComputerEase, Prolog, 10-Key

Experience

Service Accountant, RCC Associates, Inc

May 2006-November 2008 - Deerfield Beach, FL

• Assisted in re-structuring the Service/Warranty Department by evaluating current policies and procedures, developing new methods, and finally implementing them; resulting in the department recognizing a profit for the first time in company history

• Posted accounts payable, accounts receivable and journal entries daily

• Performed month-end close responsibilities, including preparation of the WIP report and reconciliation of inter-company accounts, bank accounts and balance sheet accounts

• Calculated and filed quarterly sales and use tax

• Audited employee timesheets to ensure compliance and accurate job costing of bi-weekly payroll

Cash Management Assistant, Shelby Homes, Inc

October 2005-May 2006 - Fort Lauderdale, FL

• Verified the proper receipt of cash at closing by confirming that each line of the HUD corresponded to the charges and legal terms set forth in the customer file

• Assisted in the monthly reconciliation of 15 bank accounts

• Recorded the receipt of all cash inflows and allocated them to the proper general ledger accounts

• Assisted in scheduling interviews and pre-screening job candidates for the Human Resources Director

• Ensured the correct payment of commissions to all outside brokers

Management Internship/Assistant Manager, Walgreen’s Co.

May 2004-October 2005 - Gainesville/Fort Lauderdale, FL

• Trained new employees in the areas of customer relations, merchandising techniques and proper cash management

• Prepared a weekly schedule for a workforce of twenty employees to guarantee effective coverage of five departments

• Managed the flow of cash throughout the store, including end of day reconciliation

• Counseled employees regarding the best use of the benefits offered to them by Walgreens Co.

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