Brooke Sloman Ikonomou
Woodbridge,CT
Summary
Detail-oriented financial professional adept at coordinating fiscal plans, AP and AR operations as well as inventory management. Good mathematical, communication and problem-solving abilities. Advanced skills in Quickbooks.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Stony Creek Brewery, LLC
10.2022 - Current
- 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 budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 25-65 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Worked with department heads to create annual budget and track actual expenses against projected expenses.
Accountant/Office Administrator
Goosetown Communications, Inc.
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.
- Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
Director of Accounting
Tactical Communications, Inc.
05.2012 - 12.2021
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining the accounting process and implementing robust internal controls.
- Managed a team of accountants, fostering professional growth and ensuring timely completion of all tasks.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing workflows and implementing automated reconciliation processes.
- Enhanced budgeting process for more accurate forecasting, resulting in better resource allocation and cost control measures.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable functions, maintaining strong cash flow management practices that ensured prompt payment from clients and timely settlements with vendors.
- Implemented new accounting software, improving data accuracy and reducing manual input errors while increasing overall productivity.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant tax laws and regulations, minimizing risk exposure through diligent oversight of filings and documentation practices.
Staff Accountant
Murphy, Sloman & Company
03.2001 - 08.2011
- Improved client financial reporting by preparing accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Facilitated client tax compliance by preparing federal, state, and local income tax returns for individuals and businesses.
- Assisted clients in resolving IRS issues by researching applicable regulations and providing clear guidance on potential solutions.
- Streamlined the month-end closing process for multiple clients through diligent reconciliations of general ledger accounts.
- Supported successful audits by collaborating with external auditors and providing necessary documentation in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate fixed asset records for clients, ensuring proper depreciation calculations and capitalization policies were followed.
- Strengthened client relationships through proactive communication regarding important deadlines, regulatory changes, or potential risks to their business operations.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing client inquiries and concerns, fostering long-lasting relationships built on trust and dependability.
- Setup accounts, ledgers and reporting systems per GAAP standards and regulatory requirements.
- Developed and trained client staff in managing accounting and bookkeeping systems.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
Education
MBA -
Albertus Magnus College
New Haven, CT08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT05.2006
Skills
- Budget Analysis
- Data Inputting
- Payroll Administration
- Cash Flow Analysis
- Financial Reporting
- Bookkeeping
- MS Office Suite
- Administrative Support
- Quickbooks
Timeline
Controller
Stony Creek Brewery, LLC
10.2022 - Current
Accountant/Office Administrator
Goosetown Communications, Inc.
12.2021 - 09.2022
Director of Accounting
Tactical Communications, Inc.
05.2012 - 12.2021
Staff Accountant
Murphy, Sloman & Company
03.2001 - 08.2011
MBA -
Albertus Magnus College
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Southern Connecticut State University
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