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Catherine Morrison

Mount Holly,NC

Summary

Controller with expertise in accounting processes, systems oversight, and compliance reporting. Skilled in managing accounts payable/receivable, contract administration, and budgeting to enhance financial operations. Proven track record in team leadership, promoting accurate and compliant accounting frameworks.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Business Controller

Atlas Copco NA dba M.C. Schroeder Equipment
Denver, NC
01.2020 - Current
  • Compiled management and budget reports for Customer Center leadership team.
  • Evaluated cost changes affecting profit and loss statements.
  • Monitored receivables and inventory, initiating improvements in the Customer Center.
  • Oversaw local banking processes to ensure compliance and efficiency.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable operations, coordinating workflows to minimize errors.
  • Oversaw month-end closing process, prepared financial statements and managed advanced reconciliations.
  • Managed the accounting team and monitored their performance against established goals.
  • Produced financial reports and audit documentation to facilitate internal and external auditing.

Controller

M.C. Schroeder Equipment Co. Inc.
Denver, NC
04.2007 - 01.2020
  • Processed and submitted multiple state sales tax returns.
  • Advised owners on contracts impacting significant financial outcomes.
  • Integrated manual accounting processes into ERP systems, and supervised software conversions.
  • Developed and enforced accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
  • Analyzed financial data to produce accurate monthly financial statements.
  • Managed cash flows to maximize year-end tax benefits.
  • Maintained general ledger, performing complex functions like journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Monitored accounts receivable and payable to ensure proper account reconciliation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Clemson Univerisity
Clemson, SC

Skills

  • Financial analysis
  • Budget management
  • Cost evaluation
  • Tax compliance
  • Financial reporting
  • Problem solving
  • Performance monitoring

Certification

  • Certified Public Accountant

Timeline

Business Controller

Atlas Copco NA dba M.C. Schroeder Equipment
01.2020 - Current

Controller

M.C. Schroeder Equipment Co. Inc.
04.2007 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Clemson Univerisity
Catherine Morrison