Bonnie Caldwell
Dunedin,FL
Summary
Skilled Controller/Accountant bringing 17 years of experience working with Specialty Construction, Retail and Restaurant corporate office organizations. Proven leadership and successful in leading teams in achieving financial goals. Accomplished in working with executive leaders to develop business, financial and growth strategies.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Kusser Aicha Graniteworks Usa
05.2016 - Current
- Maintained direct communication and reporting channels with top-level executives, including the President, CEO and Vice President.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for ten employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Created and maintained work in progress schedules for construction projects varying in value from 100k to 3 million.
- Oversaw reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns for multiple US tax agencies, ensuring efficient treasury and cash management.
- Prepared quarterly financial book for CPA's review.
- Successfully obtained payment and performance bonds by fostering strong connections with bond companies.
- Handled the management and processing of bi-weekly payroll using ADP and Inspirity payroll systems.
- Experienced in utilizing a variety of software systems including Desktop Office, Office 365, SAP, Infinium AS400, Reconnect, Lawson Cash Ledger, Epicor, QuickBooks, Buildertrend, and Textura Software.
Accounting Manager/Executive Assistant to the CFO
Gallows Bay Hardware, Inc.
03.2011 - 05.2013
- Assisted the CFO in effectively carrying out responsibilities for the Finance/Accounting Department, demonstrating expertise in managing disbursement and receivable accounts with tasks such as bank reconciliation and weekly check runs.
- Performed accounting and budgetary tasks as required by the CFO.
- Renewed all licenses and permits in a timely manner, effectively informing management of upcoming deadlines.
- Managed the preparation and delivery of cash and checks for daily banking transactions.
- Ensured settlement of Credit Card Transactions through ProtoBase.
- Reconciled all accounts during monthly and quarterly closing by ensuring alignment with general ledger.
- Analyzed and evaluated revenues and expenditures to ensure accurate recording.
- Analyzed financial information using principles of accounting
- Interacted with departments across the company to address and resolve invoice and purchase order issues with vendors.
- Processed and filed 1099 forms accurately and efficiently
- Supervised and trained associate responsible for accounts receivable and collections, specifically focused on delinquent accounts.
Staff Accountant
OSI Restaurant Partners, Inc.
03.2007 - 05.2010
- Joined the organization as a Cash Management Accountant, later promoted to Staff Accountant in 2010.
- Reviewed and followed up on exceptions to ensure accurate sales and deposit information in restaurant ledgers. Managed financial statements for thirteen restaurants, including preparation of month-end accruals, analysis, income reports, and balance sheet reconciliation.
- Adjusted entries based on JVP's Profit and Loss statement expectations.
- Addressed inquiries from managers and Sous Chefs.
- Duties as Cash Management Accountant included the reconciliation and management of cash, credit card, and imprest accounts for disbursement and sales tax, including international bank reconciliation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Eckerd College
Tampa, FL11.2007
Associate of Science - Business Management
West Virginia University
West Virginia06.2001
Skills
- Payroll Processing
- Preparing financial statements
- Cash Flow Management
- Staff Management
- Audit preparation
- Accounting management
- General Ledger Management
- Percentage Completion Accounting Method
- Construction Accounting
- Work in Progress
Timeline
Controller
Kusser Aicha Graniteworks Usa
05.2016 - Current
Accounting Manager/Executive Assistant to the CFO
Gallows Bay Hardware, Inc.
03.2011 - 05.2013
Staff Accountant
OSI Restaurant Partners, Inc.
03.2007 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Eckerd College
Associate of Science - Business Management
West Virginia University
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