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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Dawn Gillette