Bobbi Zellefrow
Carlisle,PA
Summary
Accomplished Accounting Manager with over 10 years of expertise in financial management, audit preparation, accounts payable and receivable, and process optimization. Proven track record in leading month-end and year-end close processes, preparing accurate financial statements, managing budgets, and fostering collaboration with executive leadership and auditors. Strong ability to build efficient processes that enhance financial accuracy while ensuring compliance with tax and regulatory requirements. Recognized as a dependable leader who excels in fast-paced environments, consistently maintaining meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to organizational excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Manager
Mauell Corporation
01.2024 - Current
- Lead monthly close process, completing within seven business days.
- Provide weekly financial reporting: cash flow, receivables, AP, and payment activity.
- Developed and implemented budget forecasting models to enhance financial planning accuracy.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, optimizing cash flow management.
- Analyzed financial statements to provide actionable insights for executive leadership during quarterly reviews.
- Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees.
- Developed and implemented various procedures to improve accounting process.
- Managed successful audits by collaborating effectively with internal and external auditors.
- Achieved timely financial reporting through diligent preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
Accounting Manager
PR Hoffman Machine Products
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Managed monthly close, journal entries, fixed assets, GL accounts, and commission payments.
- Produced monthly reporting packages: bank reconciliations, inventory reports, credit card reconciliations.
- Conducted weekly cash forecasting and supported budget creation.
- Collaborated with outside auditors for quarterly and year-end audits.
- Handled daily invoices, booking, sales, and backlog reporting.
- Directed AP/AR, cash application, and customer account reconciliations.
Financial Controller
The Railroad Associates / American Track / Porches of Allenberry
09.2018 - 04.2023
- Directed Porches of Allenberry accounting: created draw schedules, managed budgets, processed payroll, prepared 1099s, and deposits.
- Oversaw AP, AR, payroll inquiries, and tenant invoicing.
- Streamlined month-end close procedures, reducing cycle time and improving accuracy of financial statements.
- Implemented budgeting strategies, aligning departmental objectives with organizational goals to optimize resource allocation.
- Led cross-functional teams in financial analysis projects, enhancing decision-making through data-driven insights.
- Mentored finance staff on best practices for financial management and reporting, fostering professional growth and development.
- Analyzed variances between budgeted and actual expenditures, providing actionable recommendations to senior management.
- Oversaw audit preparation processes, collaborating with external auditors to facilitate timely completion and compliance assurance.
- Oversaw all aspects of the month-end close process, ensuring timely completion of accurate financial statements for executive review.
- Maintained strong relationships with external auditors, facilitating smooth annual audit processes and addressing any concerns promptly.
- Led organizational cash flow and cash flow forecasting initiatives.
Education
Associate Degree - Business Management
Westmoreland Community College
New Kensington, PA01-2016
Skills
- Financial reporting expertise
- Financial budgeting
- Coordination of audit activities
- AP/AR Management-AIA Billing
- Month-end and year-end reconciliation
- Sales and payroll tax compliance
- Financial reconciliation expertise
- Staff Training & Process Improvement
- Journal entries
- Payroll processing
- Financial statement preparation
- Bank reconciliation
- Cash flow management
Timeline
Accounting Manager
Mauell Corporation
01.2024 - Current
Accounting Manager
PR Hoffman Machine Products
05.2023 - 12.2023
Financial Controller
The Railroad Associates / American Track / Porches of Allenberry
09.2018 - 04.2023
Associate Degree - Business Management
Westmoreland Community College