Bonny Stohlquist
Intuit
Carefree,AZ
1
Certification
34
years of professional experience
Finance professional with significant expertise in managing comprehensive bookkeeping responsibilities, including accounts payable and receivable. Recognized for reliability in maintaining accurate financial records and collaborating seamlessly with team members to meet organizational goals. Known for adaptability in dynamic environments and strong analytical skills.
Work History
Senior Virtual Expert Bookkeeper
5 Years 3 Months- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company's financial position.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
- Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Prepared accounts payable and receivable entries with consistent coding and posting accuracy.
- Analyzed financial statements to identify errors, trends, and opportunities for process improvement.
- Guided clients through bookkeeping questions, account cleanup, and documentation requirements.
Treasurer
9 Years 4 Months- Oversaw church finances while ensuring accurate stewardship of offerings, expenses, and restricted funds.
- reconciled monthly statements, invoices, expense accounts; kept accurate, current records.
- Managed annual budgeting alignment to support ministry priorities and cash flow needs.
- Oversaw disbursement invoice tracking and executed timely payment processing.
- Facilitated audit preparation by managing organization of records, reports, and financial reconciliations.
- Informed leadership on fiscal decision controls to strengthen long-term financial stability.
- Oversaw external audit completion process, preserving audit outcomes with no major findings or issues raised by auditors.
- Compiled treasury reports for management decision-making needs support.
- Delivered organizational financial performance improvement by implementing defined strategies.
- Provided management guidance on significant expenditures to ensure operations remained within budget limitations.
- Collaborated with auditors to ensure regulatory compliance and avoid potential fines or penalties.
- Developed and presented financial reporting materials to inform senior management and Finance Committee.
- Reduced operating costs by identifying cost-saving measures and implementing across the organization.
Treasurer
3 Years- Completed accounts payable and accounts receivable transaction processing using consistent attention to detail.
- Administered payroll records, deductions, and compliance documentation under strict confidentiality.
- Streamlined month-end close procedures by organizing supporting documents and efficiently balancing accounts.
- Coached staff on bookkeeping procedures to enhance accuracy and consistency in data entry and file maintenance.
- Recorded business expenses and income, and organized and maintained checking-account bank statements.
- Configured QuickBooks accounting system to ensure accurate financial records.
- Compiled detailed financial reports for management review enabling informed decision-making.
Owner
5 Years- Maintained membership sales activity while supporting retention efforts to reinforce recurring revenue.
- Managed staffing schedules and delivered training to support smooth front-desk and fitness operations.
- Directed daily club operations, ensuring consistent member experience and service quality.
- Oversaw budget planning, expense control, and financial reporting for franchise performance.
- Implemented local marketing promotions to attract new members and increase community engagement.
- Maintained facility standards, equipment readiness, and safety compliance across workout areas.
- Resolved member concerns promptly, supporting satisfaction and long-term loyalty.
- Coordinated fitness programs and staff workflow to align with brand expectations.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
- Attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
Owner/Accounting Manager
5 Years- Evaluated market feedback to refine product lines and strengthen customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated inventory planning with manufacturing and distribution partners to maintain product availability.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
- Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decisionmaking.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients to boost retention rates, conducting regular feedback sessions.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Managed month-end close, preparing accurate financial statements and reconciliations.
- Oversaw accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management workflows.
- Analyzed inventory and cost data to support margin and pricing decisions.
- Improved accounting procedures to strengthen accuracy, compliance, and reporting consistency.
- Coordinated general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
- Directed budgeting and forecasting activities for operational planning.
- Partnered with operations and sales teams to resolve billing and inventory discrepancies.
- Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees.
- Developed and implemented various procedures to improve accounting process.
- Generated monthly and quarterly financial statements for executive review.
- 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.
- Analyzed and reported on financial data to support business decisions.
Instructor
11 Years- Authored course curriculum consistent with student learning outcomes and academic standards.
- Conducted engaging classroom instruction while integrating varied teaching strategies and instructional technologies.
- Measured student performance via exams, projects, and competency-based assessments.
- Tracked accurate grades and attendance across college learning systems.
- Customized lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs and enhance student success.
- Fostered positive learning environment by defining clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Evaluated performance by testing students on materials covered during workshops and classes.
- Utilized multiple teaching aids to address learning gaps, delivering instruction and motivating students.
Education
Associate Degree - Accounting
Skills
Accounting
Accounting software proficiency
Problem solving
Financial analysis
Dependable
Team problem solving
Office software proficiency
Certification
- Certified Quickbook ProAdvisor, Intuit - 2025
Timeline
Senior Virtual Expert Bookkeeper
Intuit
07.2020 - 10.2025Read More
Treasurer
Living Water Bible Fellowship
02.2010 - 06.2019Read More
Treasurer
SLV Women’s Resource Center & Salida Pregnancy Center
01.2008 - 01.2011Read More
Owner
Curves Women’s Fitness Franchise
01.2003 - 01.2008Read More
Owner/Accounting Manager
Stohlquist Waterware
01.2003 - 01.2008Read More
Instructor
Colorado Mountain College
01.1992 - 01.2003Read More
Colorado Mountain College
Associate Degree from Accounting
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Personal Information
Title: Virtual Senior Bookkeeper