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Amber Youngs
Marion,USA
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Summary
Results-driven Accounting Manager with 15 years of experience in bookkeeping, human resources, and office management. Expertise in accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and financial reporting. Skilled in QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel, with a strong focus on streamlining operations to enhance efficiency and accuracy in financial practices.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounting Manager
Legacy Labor Inc
Cadillac, MI
04.2020 - 04.2026
- Founding Office Administrator
- Financial team management of accounts payable and accounts receivable staff and practices
- Managed accounts payable to ensure timely payments to vendors.
- Processed accounts receivables to maintain cash flow and necessary collections.
- Administered payroll processing for accurate employee compensation.
- Calculated payroll taxes to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Conducted monthly reconciliation of accounts for financial accuracy.
- Executed cash flow analysis to maintain liquidity and ensure financial stability.
- Compiled financial reports to inform strategic decision-making.
- Oversaw treasury functions to enhance cash management and facilitate business operations.
- Annual business reporting
- Worker's compensation management and reporting
- State and Federal audit management regarding the H2a visa program
- Create, implement and manage office practices to enhance record keeping and workflow.
- Human Resources management
Office Manager
Blue Heron
Cadillac, MI
04.2017 - 03.2020
- Prepared employee payroll
- Managed payroll tax submissions
- Tracked customer payments to enhance cash flow and minimize overdue accounts
- Processed vendor invoices to facilitate timely payments and strengthen vendor relationships
- Conducted daily cash reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial records
- Calculated sales tax liabilities
- Maintained POS systems functionality
- Performed bookkeeping tasks for multiple businesses to ensure accurate financial records. for multiple businesses.
Senior Administrative Assistant
Paul Bunyan Board of Realtors
Cadillac, MI
06.2001 - 08.2015
- Coordinated administrative tasks for CEO of non-profit Realtor Association, promoting seamless operations and effective communication.
- Compiled and presented quarterly financial reports to Association Board, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Conducted new member orientation for newly licensed Realtors, enhancing their integration and understanding of Association resources.
- Streamlined office tasks to enhance organization and maintain operational efficiency.
- Performed bookkeeping duties to ensure accurate financial records and support budget management.
- Provided technical support to users by troubleshooting issues and guiding them through solutions.
- Non-profit Realtor Association
Education
Human Resource Management -
Baker College of Cadillac
Cadillac, MI05-2002
Skills
- Accounting and financial reporting
- GAAP compliance
- Double-entry bookkeeping
- Payroll administration
- Internal audits and controls
- QuickBooks expertise
- Data analysis and financial analysis
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Process optimization and improvement
- Business development strategies
- Documentation review and statement review
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Attention to detail and organizational skills
- Communication skills and problem solving
- Account reconciliation and cash flow management
- Accounts payable and receivable management
- Financial statement preparation and presentations
- Audit coordination and compliance reporting
Certification
- Financial Accounting Part 1, 03/01/26, Present, LinkedIn certificate earned from the online course: Financial Accounting Part 1
- Good Accounting Practice for Businesses, 03/01/26, Present, LinkedIn certificate earned from the online course: Good Accounting Practice for Businesses
- Advanced Bookkeeping Techniques, 03/01/26, Present, LinkedIn certificate earned from the online course: Accounting Foundations: Advanced Bookkeeping Techniques
- Accounting Foundations: Bookkeeping, 03/01/26, Present, LinkedIn certificate earned from the online course: Accounting Foundations: Bookkeeping
- Understand the Accounting Cycle and Accrual-Basis Accounting, 03/01/26, Present, LinkedIn certificate earned from the online course: Accounting Foundations: Understanding the Accounting Cycle and Accrual Basis-Accounting
- Accounting Foundations, 03/01/26, Present, LinkedIn certificate earned from the online course: Accounting Foundations: Corporate Finance, Managerial Finance, Management Accounting
- Financial Accounting Foundations, 03/01/26, Present, LinkedIn certificate earned from the online course: Financial Accounting Foundations
- Understanding GAAP Principles, 03/01/26, Present, LinkedIn certificate earned from the online course: Accounting Foundations: Understanding the GAAP.
Languages
English
Personal Information
Title: Accounting Manager
Additional Information - Work Authorization
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Accounting Manager
Legacy Labor Inc
04.2020 - 04.2026
Office Manager
Blue Heron
04.2017 - 03.2020
Senior Administrative Assistant
Paul Bunyan Board of Realtors
06.2001 - 08.2015
Human Resource Management -
Baker College of Cadillac