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Dawn Gillette

Sanger,TX

Summary

Detail-oriented accounting professional with 40 years of comprehensive experience across the full accounting cycle. Known for accurate, precision, and strong proficiency in computer-based accounting systems. Exceptional attention to detail and a proven ability to manage client relationships effectively.

Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder

DMG Bookkeeping, LLC
Sanger, TX
01.2024 - Current
  • Founded a bookkeeping company to service small businesses and non-profits.
  • Building a loyal client base through exceptional service, accurate financial reporting, and strong relationship management.

VP of Business Affairs

Naira S Babaian, MD, PA
Plano, TX
08.2023 - Current
  • Initiated strategy to drive company growth and increase market share and profitability.
  • Managed financial and human resources to optimize business performance.
  • Implementation of company website & email addresses
  • Responsible for all company accounting functions including payroll & sales tax.

Controller

Terry G. Mulloy, CPA
Carrollton, TX
05.1998 - 07.2023

Mr. Mulloy is the partner in several companies in addition to his CPA practice. I was the controller for each of those entities in addition to helping him with our CPA clients.

  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare monthly financial documents and general account management.
  • Prepared balance sheets and income statements.
  • Managed assets, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
  • Calculated salesperson commissions based on established parameters and disbursed payments.
  • Managed Due to From Accounts between each of the entities.
  • Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
  • Reviewed contracts financially impacting company and counseled executive leaders on impact contracts would have on company operations.
  • Increased cash flow by diligently managing accounts receivable and implementing effective collection strategies.
  • Managed multi-state payroll for five internal companies in addition to several of our clients. Prepared monthly, quarterly & year-end payroll & sales tax returns.
  • Responsible for reviewing and yearly open enrollment for group benefits including health, dental, vision and life insurance.
  • Established and maintained FSA & HSA plans.
  • Plan Administrator for two company 401(k) plans.
  • Cobra compliance
  • Managed the Accounting Assistant.

Controller

Turnage & Company, PC - CPA
Dallas, TX
06.1995 - 04.1998
  • Responsible for preparation of internal financial statements & annual budget.
  • Human resources including payroll, employee file maintenance & employee benefits.
  • Supervised the accounting clerk in her daily work of accounts receivable & accounts payable input.
  • Annual 401(k) plan accounting, reconciliation & management.
  • Reviewed quarterly client investment accounting.
  • Prepared client write up work as needed.
  • Prepared individual income tax returns as needed.

Freelane Bookkeeper

Self-employeed
Flower Mound, TX
03.1994 - 06.1995
  • Preparation of financial statements for various clients including accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank reconciliations, payroll, quarterly payroll tax returns and special projects.

Full Charge Bookkeeper

Robert L. Green, CPA
Studio City, CA
10.1986 - 03.1994
  • Responsible for multiple sets of books for clients in a variety of industries.
  • Prepared financial statements
  • Accounts receivable and accounts payable
  • Multi-state payroll
  • Quarterly & year-end payroll tax returns
  • Property tax reports
  • Union reports
  • Medical insurance claims for our clients in the Directors Guild of America
  • Prepared basic corporate and partnership tax returns

Education

High School Diploma -

Granada Hills High School
Granada Hills
06.1982

Skills

  • Analytical Thinking
  • Business Administration
  • Employee Benefit Administration
  • Human Resources Management
  • Multi-State Payroll
  • Tax Planning

Affiliations

  • American Institute of Professional Bookkeepers
  • American Association of Notaries

Timeline

Founder

DMG Bookkeeping, LLC
01.2024 - Current

VP of Business Affairs

Naira S Babaian, MD, PA
08.2023 - Current

Controller

Terry G. Mulloy, CPA
05.1998 - 07.2023

Controller

Turnage & Company, PC - CPA
06.1995 - 04.1998

Freelane Bookkeeper

Self-employeed
03.1994 - 06.1995

Full Charge Bookkeeper

Robert L. Green, CPA
10.1986 - 03.1994

High School Diploma -

Granada Hills High School