Shelley Sakamoto
Parker,CO
Summary
Talented financial leader well-versed in accounting principles and regulations. Motivated to keep company financial operations compliant, accurate and cost-effective. Ready to bring 20+years of experience and take on challenging new role.
Human Resources Specialist with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Accountant
Rock Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy for 3 divisions and company operations.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Managed payroll processing and benefits to compensate for 45+ employees.
- Monitored employee attendance and performance, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Worked with internal partners to design and execute strategic communications and programs to increase overall employee alignment and engagement.
Controller
Bonanno Concepts
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management for 16 entities.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
- Formulated strategic plans and supported tactical initiatives to execute cost-savings deliverables.
Accountant/HR Manager
Coco Eye Surgery Consulting/Hines Sight
08.2021 - 05.2023
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy for 6 entities.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations for 30+ employees, budgeting, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Worked closely with new hires, answering questions and addressing various concerns during onboarding process.
- Created smooth onboarding processes to help new hires adjust to company policies, procedures and processes.
Accountant
10X Business Consultants, Schmitt & Associates
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Maintained detailed financial records of accounts receivable and payable status and bank reconciliations for multiple organizations from small to midsize.
- Facilitated month-end and year-end closing processed to support accuracy and completeness of financial reports.
- Prepared financials for final year-end tax review (100+ clients).
- Processed payroll for 30+ companies through Gusto, other payroll programs and manual full cycle manual payroll. File 941, SUTA, FUTA and State taxes manually.
Bookkeeper
Capital Bookkeeping
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Provided full-service bookkeeping and payroll for 20+ small to midsize organizations.
Owner/Operator
Wild West Plumbing
09.2007 - 08.2017
- Owned and operated large family owned commercial Plumbing company. Managed day to day operations including accounting, payroll, licensing, etc.
Education
Associate of Science - Nursing Prerequisite Program
Community College of Aurora
Aurora, CO 06.2015
Skills
- GAAP Accounting
- Budgeting
- Cash Flow Analysis
- Auditing
- Payroll Administration
- Staff Management
- Organizational Development
- Employee Retention
- Benefits Administration
- Employee Onboarding
- Risk Management
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Workers Compensation
- HRIS
- QuickBooks ProAdvisor
- Restaurant365
- ERP
- ADP/Paycom/BambooHR/Gusto/CoAdvantage
Certification
- EA - Enrolled Agent (pending)
- Certified Financial Coach Mastery Program
- CNP - Certified Notary Public
Timeline
Accountant
Rock Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
05.2023 - 01.2024
Controller
Bonanno Concepts
05.2022 - 05.2023
Accountant/HR Manager
Coco Eye Surgery Consulting/Hines Sight
08.2021 - 05.2023
Accountant
10X Business Consultants, Schmitt & Associates
06.2020 - 08.2021
Bookkeeper
Capital Bookkeeping
01.2019 - 06.2020
Owner/Operator
Wild West Plumbing
09.2007 - 08.2017
Associate of Science - Nursing Prerequisite Program
Community College of Aurora
Accomplishments
Created Personal Financial coarse to assist employees with personal/professional goals as an added company benefit.
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