Controller/Accounting Manager

COLLETH RHODES

**** ******** ******, #** • STATEN ISLAND, NY 10314

718-***-**** • *******.******@*****.***

OBJECTIVE Seeking a challenging position in the field of accounting utilizing diverse skills, experience and training.

PROFILE An accomplished professional offering expertise in accounting, financial research, record keeping, administration and client relations gained through positions of increased responsibility • Proven track record of identifying, researching and correcting quantitative errors resulting in substantial cost-savings and increased efficiency • Capable of completing complex financial assignments under highly demanding conditions and time constraints • Performance demonstrates efficiency, versatility and a high level of commitment • Solid communication, interpersonal and troubleshooting abilities

SKILLS MS Word, Excel, Formulas, Outlook, ASA400, IPS, QuickBooks and internal AP/AR programs

PROFESSIONAL EXCEL FEDERAL CREDIT UNION – BLOOMFIELD, NJ

EXPERIENCE Accounting Manager 4/2004 to 12/2010

Special Achievement: Instrumental in planning and implementing revised policies and procedures to improve reconciliation operations.

• Managed and oversaw the full scope of financial operations ensuring a smooth running and cost-efficient enterprise in all respects.

• Oversaw accounts payable/receivable, budgets, profit and loss reports, balance sheets, expenditures, bank reconciliations, wire transfers and ACH electronic payments.

• Produced monthly closing write-ups; generated and analyzed financial statements.

• Developed productive relationships with vendors and internal/external auditors.

• Setup, revised and maintained accounts; researched and resolved billing issues with diplomacy in a timely manner.

• Supervised three employees; trained staff; delegated assignments; completed formal employee performance evaluations.

• Assisted staff members in developing skills essential for quality performance.

HUDSON UNITED BANK – NEW YORK, NY

Supervisor, Reconciliation Department 12/2001 to 12/2003

Reconciliation Clerk 2/1985 to 12/2001

Special Achievement: Actively participated in the conversion from a manual to an electronic system.

• Responsible for all facets of high volume AP/AR processing and reconciliation on behalf of brokerage clients including Merrill Lynch, Dean Witter, Braun Brothers and the Federal Reserve.

• Processed $100M worth of wire transactions and returned checks on behalf of Bankers Trust.

• Reconciled foreign currency transactions initiated by 13 international banks.

• Applied strong interpersonal and public relations skills to maintain positive relationships with FDIC representatives throughout audit periods.

• Served as the primary liaison between the Reconciliation Department and other bank sectors.

• Directed five employees; trained workers; utilized discretion to successfully adapt and meet objectives ensuring client satisfaction at all times.

EDUCATION & BRYSON UNIVERSITY

TRAINING Bachelor of Arts Degree in Accounting 9/2010

GPA 4.00

HUNTER COLLEGE – NEW YORK, NY

Associate Degree

EXCEL FEDERAL CREDIT UNION – BLOOMFIELD, NJ

Completed the NCUA 5300 Reporting Seminar

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