Dawn Harris
Elk Grove,CA
Summary
Proven leader in financial and payroll management, adept at driving efficiency and accuracy across all levels of accounting operations. At MarketOne Builders Inc., I spearheaded audit coordination and cash flow management, enhancing financial reporting accuracy by 30%. My expertise in staff management and human resources fosters a collaborative team environment, ensuring compliance and operational excellence. Well-qualified financial systems leader offering demonstrated skill and success in managing internal accounting processes, improving controls and strengthening systems for optimal performance. Proficient in all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable and receivable, budget administration and payroll. Gifted in building and leading solid teams to handle high-volume operations with consistency, accuracy and full compliance with regulatory requirements.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Manager/Payroll Manager/Assistant Manager - HR
MarketOne Builders Inc.
01.2018 - Current
- Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
- Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
- Developed strategic plans for day-to-day financial operations.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Educated accounting team on forecasting, financial statuses and financial strategies to assist in annual budget creation.
- Conducted internal audits to verify accuracy and compliance with applicable standards.
- Developed and maintained system of internal controls to prevent fraud and abuse.
- Optimized cash flow management through careful analysis of accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory levels, and working capital requirements.
- Led a team of accounting professionals in achieving department goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
- Generated monthly and quarterly financial statements for executive review.
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws by staying current on regulations and updating policies accordingly.
- Provided expert advice on complex pay-related matters such as overtime calculations, garnishments, bonuses, or deductions to both employees and managers alike.
- Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
- Developed and implemented payroll procedures and policies to determine compliance with regulations.
- Streamlined timekeeping procedures through the implementation of an automated system that accurately tracked employee hours worked for more efficient payroll processing.
- Developed comprehensive reports for management detailing payroll expenses, trends, and projections.
- Respond to DIR Audit
- Audit subcontractor payrolls for DIR compliance
Certified Payroll Manager/Labor Compliance
Diede Construction, Inc
05.2015 - 02.2018
- Offered payroll-related subject matter expertise to management and employees to resolve payroll discrepancies.
- Reviewed time records for 100 employees to verify accuracy of information.
- Managed a team of payroll specialists, providing training and guidance to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
- Collaborated with HR and Finance departments for seamless integration of new hires into the payroll system.
- Improved payroll accuracy by conducting regular audits and addressing discrepancies proactively.
- Processed retroactive pay adjustments and other special payments to make up for compensation shortfall in previous pay period.
- Developed internal audit process to ensure subcontractor compliance
- Developed internal audits to insure DIR compliance
- Handled all DIR audits
Education
No Degree - Accounting And Business Management
Cosumnes River College
Sacramento, CA05.2026
High School Diploma -
C.K McClatchy
Sacramento, CA06.1995
Skills
- Bank Reconciliation
- Audits
- General Ledger Management
- Financial Management
- Payroll Management
- Month-end reporting
- Staff Management
- Cash Flow Management
- Audit Coordination
- Quarterly reviews
- Forecasting
- Human Resources
Timeline
Accounting Manager/Payroll Manager/Assistant Manager - HR
MarketOne Builders Inc.
01.2018 - Current
Certified Payroll Manager/Labor Compliance
Diede Construction, Inc
05.2015 - 02.2018
No Degree - Accounting And Business Management
Cosumnes River College
High School Diploma -
C.K McClatchy
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