Callie Woodhouse
Hamilton,MT
Summary
Am a hard-working professional with proven organizational, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. Am aiming to leverage abilities and join a successful team to fill the Accountant role within the company. Being very goal oriented and frequently praised for the loyalty and attention to detail. Detail-driven accounting professional experienced in examining and analyzing accounting records, financial statements and financial reports to assess accuracy and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and standards. Proven to analyze accounting processes, identify deficiencies and formulate and implement corrective action plans to achieve compliance and mitigate risk.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant
BITTERROOT HEALTH
05.2020 - 10.2023
- Support timely monthly, quarterly & year end closing processes including adjustments, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations & overall maintenance of all operating accounts.
- Developed Excel spreadsheets that consolidated month end closing procedures and journal entries to effectively track the activity and make sure all was reconciled correctly.
- Streamlines fiscal services procedures to increase work efficiency by updated processes defined by management.
- Managed and reconciled the Cash/Revenue account daily of approximately $800k/day on average.
- Create great personal & business relationships to provide invoicing and follow through on payments required for services rendered and processed those cash and check deposits weekly.
- Provided extensive support and backup documentation for annual external audit, leading to smooth completion.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving communication among team members.
- Increased accuracy of financial statements through diligent attention to detail and thorough review processes.
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction documentation.
- Managed cash flow closely to ensure sufficient funds were available for operational needs, while also managing accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies, while keeping those vendors happy.
- Executed financial reporting, managing prepaid accounts, schedules, reconciliations, event settlements, aa/r aging, and month-end accruals.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
- Maintained fixed asset records and depreciation schedules to establish accurate calculations.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Developed, Organized and maintained construction in progress account that was well over $30 million dollar balance. When project went live or asset was received it was then capitalized and depreciated accordingly.
Staff Accountant & Payroll Manager
HENDERSON AND ASSOCIATES PLLC
09.2013 - 04.2020
- Classify, record, and summarize numerical and financial data to compile and keep financial records, using journals and ledgers or computers.
- Calculate, prepare, and issue bills, invoices, account statements, and other financial statements according to established consistent policies and procedures for each individual client.
- Process paperwork for new employees and enter employee information into Accounting CS or Quickbooks.
- Record employee information, such as exemptions, transfers, and resignations, to maintain and update payroll records
- Prepared payroll for over 28 clients in many different industries and managed while also being responsible for multiple payrolls over 14 states and over 600+ employees.
- Prepared timely and accurate tax filings, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Supported management decision-making by providing detailed financial analysis and recommendations backed by data-driven insights.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving communication among team members.
- Developed customized financial reports for various stakeholders to support strategic decision-making processes.
- Streamlined financial reporting processes by implementing automated systems and software.
- Coordinated with Human Resources department on payroll-related matters ensuring accurate compensation calculations for all employees.
- Prepared and filed tax returns to summarize transactions of calendar year and comply with laws and regulations.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
- Responded to employee inquiries to provide assistance with payroll-related questions.
- Calculated deductions and processed payroll for employees.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Offered payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies.
- Monitored and updated employee information in payroll system to add changes in salary, bonuses and deductions.
- Maintained employee confidence with secure handling of sensitive information during all stages of payroll process.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws by staying current on regulations and updating policies accordingly.
- Streamlined payroll processes by implementing efficient systems and tools, resulting in reduced processing time.
- Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
- Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
- Prepared and filed accurate and timely payroll tax returns and other related reports to comply with tax laws and regulations.
- Investigated payroll variances and employee claims to resolve discrepancies and balance financial records.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting & Business Administration
UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA - MISSOULA
Missoula, MT05.2007
Skills
- Payroll Processing and Federal and State tax compliant
- Payroll Tax Filing and Reporting
- Accounts Payable/ Receivable
- Monthly / Quarterly / Year End Reports
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- General ledger accounting
- Payroll Administration
- Bookkeeping
- General Ledger
- Bank Reconciliation
- Monthly Journal Entries
- Financial Reporting
State
MT
City
Hamilton
Zip
59840
References
- Michele Marshall, Previous AP Manager at B/R Health and Previous Supervisor, (406) 369-5095, Michele.b.marshall@outlook.com
- Laurel Housh, Retired CFO & Accountant, Bitterroot Health, (510) 999-2586
- Michael Kauffman, Site Controller at GSK Biologicals & Former Manager, (406) 210-9460, Michael.a.kauffman@cybernet1.com
- Nancy Baker, Retired Business Owner and Former CFO of Cymer, Inc., (760) 846-1135, Njbaker11@gmail.com, Mentor & Role Model
Additional Information
I do volunteer work for the local humane society and the Shiners of Ravalli County
Timeline
Staff Accountant
BITTERROOT HEALTH
05.2020 - 10.2023
Staff Accountant & Payroll Manager
HENDERSON AND ASSOCIATES PLLC
09.2013 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Accounting & Business Administration
UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA - MISSOULA
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