Christine Bonds

Finance Associate tasks included using QuickBooks Online to run bi-weekly payroll, update employee records, kept track of PTO and payroll deductions. Handled all aspects of monthly billing for private pay, Medicare, Department of Human Services and CIAA clients of Meals On Wheels program. Recorded drivers’ 800+ daily meal deliveries in the AgingIS system. Also, setup new clients, printed invoices and recorded payments into QuickBooks. Followed up past due accounts with a phone call or letter. Processed clients mailed-in payments and optional contributions, charitable donations, and prepare weekly deposits. Filled in for receptionist as needed. Helped at check-in station for fundraising events.

• HR Coordinator tasks included screening, interviewing, running background checks and hiring of professional and non-professional positions. Facilitated new hire orientation and training. Took part in decision making of insurance coverage offered for full-time employees. Answer any questions regarding insurance coverage, including life insurance. Maintain confidentiality of all employees' records.

• Scan 300+ invoices a week into system as PDF files. Take PDF's and save into files according to vendors. Receive PO's and scan and enter into system. Using AS400 to verify missing invoices from vendors, as well as entering invoices into system. Enter scrap metal information into Excel as well as receipts from scrap recycling company. Help HR as needed updating employee files and making new employee packets.
• Demonstrated adaptability during peak workload periods while maintaining high-quality results and meeting tight deadlines.

• Create home decor and personalized t-shirts for sale on Etsy and Facebook.
• Sell Chalk Couture products through personal website.
• Handled all administrative requirements, including records management, legal compliance, and tax submissions.
• Quickly ship products and resolve problems with damage during shipping.
• Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.

• Record purchase orders from various clients. With over 100 invoices during Spring and Christmas season.
• Print and send invoices and record payments.
• Input high volume of monthly invoices with consistent accuracy.
• Make adjustments to accounts as needed as well as answering clients billing questions.
• Make daily deposits to local bank.
• Keep customer records up to date
• Verify and record employee expense reports.
• Help balance floral department FTD and Teleflora orders and cash register receipts.
• Filing and cleaning as needed.

• Process utility bills for various company locations. As well as research billing errors.
• Code, verify and process over 100 expense reports per month. Distribute weekly payments to employees located at headquarters.
• Collaborated with other accounting clerks to maintain a cohesive and supportive work environment, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous improvement efforts.
• Relocated from the Peoria office to headquarters in March, due to downsizing.

• Enter hourly employees payroll information and print checks for hourly and salaried employees.
• Prepare and file payroll tax forms.
• Prepare and file use tax.
• Record purchases made for the company as well as print checks for payment of accounts payable.
• Help setting up truck drivers loans for purchasing semi's as owner operators.
• Help other staff as needed.

• Processing monthly financial information for 10 small businesses. Including preparing financial reports, journal entries, accounts payable and receivables.
• Prepare payroll and sales tax forms.
• Reconcile bank statements.
• Prepare tax returns for several individuals.
• Answer clients questions regarding their financial statements or quarterly tax returns.
• Deliver financial statements to clients as needed.