Amy Harrison
Flint
Summary
Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller/Human Resources
International Defense Fabrication
Lapeer
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Traveled weekly to Lapeer, MI office for hybrid role commitments.
- Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performed complex accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements.
- Developed strategies to improve profitability by analyzing current trends in revenue and expenses.
- Coordinated with external auditors during annual audit process to ensure timely completion of audits.
- Prepared consolidated financial statements at period end close including balance sheet reconciliations.
- Collaborated with program leaders and staff to provide education and training on finance and accounting procedures.
- Processed employee rehires, transfers, terminations and withholdings.
- Reviewed timesheets for accuracy and completeness prior to processing payroll.
- Maintained and updated database for invoicing and accounting reconciliation.
- Onboarded new employees in time reporting and payroll systems.
- Reviewed timecards at month end to ensure accuracy before approving payment.
- Coordinated the distribution of annual W-2 forms to employees.
- Processed garnishments, child supports, and levies in accordance with federal and state laws.
- Confirmed attendance, hours worked and pay rates to properly post information in appropriate records.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Bookkeeper/Human Resources
2155 Cool Storage & Delivery
Chicago
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Conducted monthly visits to Chicago office for hybrid role commitments
- Conducted monthly bank reconciliations.
- Handled accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and payment processing.
- Analyzed financial transactions, assigning to specific accounts.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of new accounting procedures and systems.
- Processed expense reports, including verification of receipts and compliance with policies.
- Maintained and reconciled general ledger accounts.
- Prepared financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and statement of cash flows.
- Entered deposits, credit card charges and sales entries to facilitate cash management.
- Processed employee rehires, transfers, terminations and withholdings.
- Reviewed timesheets for accuracy and completeness prior to processing payroll.
- Onboarded new employees in time reporting and payroll systems.
Controller/Bookkeeper
Jantzen International
Elk Grove Village
04.2021 - 03.2023
- Conducted monthly visits to Chicago office.
- Performed detailed investigation, alignment, and purification of accounting processes.
- Spearheaded and directed accounting divisions to manage fund accounting, accounts payable and accounts receivable, payroll, budget and grant accounting functions.
- Maintained general ledger integrity through review of account balances and transactions ensuring accuracy of information reported in the financial statements.
- Monitored accounting, payroll and financial reporting activities.
- Managed day-to-day finance operations by working closely with accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll staff to provide direction.
- Developed and implemented effective internal control systems to ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies and procedures.
Controller/Accounting Manager/Human Resources
Lapeer Industries
Lapeer
12.2005 - 05.2021
- Ensured compliance with corporate accounting policies, government regulations and generally accepted accounting principles.
- Managed accounting, payroll, and financial reporting activities.
- Devised, implemented, and enforced effective accounting systems.
- Maintained accurate accounting records of all disbursements.
- Performed research related to complex accounting topics such as lease accounting or stock compensation expense accruals.
- Performed daily financial duties for accounting, treasury, cost accounting and accounts payable.
- Handled accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and payment processing.
- Participated in HR training and workshops to improve skills and knowledge.
- Provided administrative support for HR projects and initiatives.
- Processed paperwork related to grievances, performance evaluations, classifications and employee leaves of absence.
- Maintained records of payroll and attendance.
- Provided assistance with quarterly payroll tax filings.
- Managed payroll processing activities including data entry into payroll systems, updating employee records, reviewing timesheets and preparing reports.
- Sorted incoming mail and directed to correct personnel each day.
- Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
- Greeted customers, answered general questions and directed to appropriate locations.
Education
High School Diploma - Medical/Accounting
Lapeer West High School
Lapeer, MI01.1997
Skills
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Auditing: Internal and External
- Bank Reconciliation
- Bookkeeping
- Budgeting
- Data entry
- Detailed Account Reconciliation
- Financial analysis
- Financial report preparation and writing
- Forecasting
- Cash flow management
- General ledger management
- Journal entries
- Microsoft Office
- Month-end closing and year-end closings
- Proficient in 1099 Documentation
- QuickBooks
- Human Resources
- Payroll Processing
- Employee onboarding
- Customer service
- Office management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Controller/Human Resources
International Defense Fabrication
01.2022 - 08.2024
Bookkeeper/Human Resources
2155 Cool Storage & Delivery
01.2022 - 12.2023
Controller/Bookkeeper
Jantzen International
04.2021 - 03.2023
Controller/Accounting Manager/Human Resources
Lapeer Industries
12.2005 - 05.2021
High School Diploma - Medical/Accounting
Lapeer West High School
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