Christine Holston
Mishawaka,IN
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 [Software]. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Charlies Group Inc, LLC
3501 E Edison Rd South Bend, In 46615
07.2001 - 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.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for [Number] employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Created and distributed reports on internal and external finances, audits, and budgets.
- Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
- Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.
- Managed outstanding balance amounts by evaluating reports and determining collection statuses.
- Mitigated risk by implementing internal controls and safeguards for revenues and expenditures.
- Worked with both internal and external users to create detailed financial reports.
- Projected monthly cash expenditures through efficient budgeting and detailed document reviews.
- Used [Software] and [Software] to prepare external audit documentation and financial reports to assist management in operational planning and key decision making.
Accounting Software Trainer
VLM International
Osceola IN
01.1999 - 07.2001
- Coordinated software conversion and implementation processes for company customers.
- Consulted with users to determine hardware, software and system functionality specifications.
- Advised customers about current and potential software packages.
- Prepared and delivered instructor-led training sessions for virtual product suite.
- Listened to users, communicated training and translated technical information into easily understood terms.
- Demonstrated software technology to prospective customers in support of lead generation efforts.
- Worked with vendors to customize courseware to accommodate business needs.
Controller
Computrain
South Bend, IN
01.1989 - 12.1998
- 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 payroll data entry and processing for [Number] employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Created and distributed reports on internal and external finances, audits, and budgets.
- Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
- Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.
- Worked with both internal and external users to create detailed financial reports.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable operations for [Type] business with $[Amount] in monthly expenses.
- Used [Software] and [Software] to prepare external audit documentation and financial reports to assist management in operational planning and key decision making.
Education
Batchelor of General Business -
IUSB
South Bend05.1990
Skills
- Cash Disbursements
- Quarterly Reviews
- Balance Sheet Management
- Operational Improvements
- Audit Management
- Account Reconciliation
- Financial Management
- Sage MAS90 Expertise
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Monthly Closings
- Credit and Debt Card Processing
- Financial Statement Review
- Regulatory Filings
Timeline
Controller
Charlies Group Inc, LLC
07.2001 - Current
Accounting Software Trainer
VLM International
01.1999 - 07.2001
Controller
Computrain
01.1989 - 12.1998
Batchelor of General Business -
IUSB