Carla Gamber
Mayfield Village,OH
Summary
Accomplished Accounting Manager at Prestan Products, LLC, adept in financial reporting and project management. Excelled in fostering cross-departmental collaborations for timely financial decisions, demonstrating exceptional organizational and analytical skills. Proven track record in improving operational efficiency and reducing costs through strategic negotiations and process optimizations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Manager
Prestan Products, LLC
09.2017 - Current
- Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations.
- Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses.
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Developed and implemented various procedures to improve accounting process.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve accurate and prompt financial reporting.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by implementing streamlined accounting processes and procedures.
- Coordinated efforts between the accounting team and other departments to ensure accuracy in interdepartmental transactions recording and proper cost allocation.
- 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.
- Optimized cash flow management through careful analysis of accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory levels, and working capital requirements.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Responsible for all Accounts payable and Accounts Receivable functions
- Backup to Account Management Team
Office Manager
Prestan Products, LLC
09.2010 - Current
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Conducted regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
- Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
- Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
- Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
- Facilitated smooth communication between departments, addressing concerns promptly to maintain harmonious work relationships.
- Supported department heads in accomplishing their goals through diligent administrative assistance such as report generation and data entry.
- Oversaw facility maintenance requests, coordinating with building management to address repairs or improvements efficiently.
- Reduced costs with meticulous budget monitoring and expense tracking for essential supplies and equipment.
- Contributed to workplace safety by ensuring compliance with established emergency protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Improved team morale and cohesion with regular team-building activities and open communication channels.
- Reduced overhead costs significantly through negotiation of vendor contracts for office supplies and services.
- Enhanced office operational efficiency by streamlining filing systems, resulting in easier access to critical documents.
- Oversaw office budget, ensuring all expenditures were within allocated funds and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Used industry expertise, customer service skills and analytical nature to resolve customer concerns and promote loyalty.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH06-1993
Skills
- Journal entries
- Payroll processing
- Bookkeeping
- Financial reporting
- AP and AR management
- Account reconciliation
- Invoicing
- Payment collection
- Quickbooks
- Finance
- Project management
- Collections
- Documentation
Timeline
Accounting Manager
Prestan Products, LLC
09.2017 - Current
Office Manager
Prestan Products, LLC
09.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Cleveland State University
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