Dedra E Michalowski
Huntington
Summary
Dynamic financial management professional with extensive experience in developing and implementing financial reporting systems. Proven ability to enhance interdepartmental communication and foster collaborative environments, aiming to drive departmental objectives and improve operational efficiency.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant III
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches
01.2015 - Current
- Yearly preparation of the Integrated Fiscal Reporting System and the Expenditure Study for THECB
- Compiled necessary information for Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
- Acting supervisor when the Associate Director of the Office of Financial Reporting was out on FMLA
- Collaborated with Director of Programming to develop new Dynamic Reports forms and enhance existing forms for improved usability.
- Review the reconciliation for the State Appropriation funds to Banner and Uniform Statewide Accounting System (USAS)
- Successfully assisted with management, mentoring, and team leadership of the Office of Financial Reporting team after the unexpected departure of the Director and retirement of several senior accountants
- Worked to reconcile the Integrated Fiscal Reporting System and Texas Public University Expenditure Study reports with the Hyperion Financial Management (HFM)
- Provide financial information and assistance with Financial Aid for the Fiscal Operations Report and Application to Participate
- Review and approve journal entries to post to Banner finance including entries from IDTs, transfers, and corrections including entries from the budget office and supervisors
- Updated office procedures by creating more precise instructions and additional visual aids for processes such as Check Run, Journal Entry, and FUPLOAD process
- Review and release completed journal entries for posting to Banner finance
- Managed setup, modification, and deactivation of Detail Codes to maintain accurate financial tracking.
- Serve as lead accountant for FUPLOADs including updating instructions to include resolutions for problems with the process
- Worked with multiple departments to create TeamsDynamix reports for Detail Codes request and Void Check requests
- Worked closely with the Director of Programming to create an online Dynamic Report form for journal entries for Student Business Services, Advancement, Expenditure and Revenue Transfer forms for campus, and the Office of Financial Reporting
- Reviewed financial reporting information for graduate eligibility for Tuition Rebates. Submitted eligibility information to the Student Business Services and notified the graduates
- Assist with monthly financial reports and annual financial reports including close out processes
- Most original responsibilities continue to be managed while training new accountant to help with the Designated Tuition Funds
Accountant II
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches
01.2015 - Current
- Prepared and reviewed journal entries to accurately record beginning balances, budget forwards, and reversals of prepaid expenses and deferred revenue
- Oversaw designated funds, conducting IDT reviews, FOAP clean-ups, and generating monthly reports to ensure accurate fund management
- Collect, prepare, reconcile, and enter data for Integrated Fiscal Reporting System (IFRS)
- Prepare and submit the annual THECB Texas Public University Expenditure Study report (Cost Study Report)
- Prepare the B-Schedule for the Designated Tuition Funds
- Worked with IT to develop the process for automating the journal entry process for most of the exemptions
- Reviewed and reconciled exemptions and outside scholarships to maintain financial accuracy and compliance
- Established strong interdepartmental communication and maintained positive relationships with many campus departments ensuring that departments had a direct contact for assistance
- Supported Student Business Services by handling phone calls from students and parents at the start of each semester
Accounts Payable Clerk II and Temporary Accounting Clerk
Stephen F. Austin State University
Nacogdoches
01.2015 - Current
- Employed Banner 9, Self Service Banner, and USAS to process invoices in an accurate and timely manner
- Reviewed and updated vendor payments and 1099 MISC information for accuracy and compliance
- Established collaborative relationships with University departments to ensure proper processing and approval of invoice payments
Staff Accountant for Trudy Patrick, CPA
Express Employment Professionals
Lufkin
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Conducted audits of clients’ financial records to ensure compliance for federal tax returns
- Executed forensic audit on client financial reports to identify potential fraud
- Managed QuickBooks for clients' financial records, ensuring accuracy for sales, tax records, capital assets, and contract labor
- Payroll for clients including federal tax deposits and quarterly 941, 940, and state reports
Tax Accountant / Bookkeeper
Self Employed
Houston
01.2005 - 12.2015
- Prepared and filed federal income tax returns using Turbo Tax, including schedules C, D, B, K-1, and 1099 Forms, ensuring compliance with tax regulations
- Assisted clients in managing financial records using Excel and QuickBooks, ensuring accurate tracking of cash flow, sales, tax records, and contract labor
- Achieved certification in QuickBooks Pro / Premier 2013, demonstrating expertise in accounting software
Staff Tax Accountant
William M. Shields, P.C.
Houston
01.2008 - 12.2009
- Preparation of federal income tax returns for individuals, partnerships, estates, trusts, and corporations
- Prepared Forms 941, 940, and 1099s and Texas Workforce Commission reports
- Managed daily transactions and generated monthly financial reports using multiple software programs, ensuring accurate financial tracking and reporting.
- Researched eight years of financial data from consolidated financials, creating Excel spreadsheet to itemize financials by individual subsidiaries for clarity and analysis.
Financial Secretary
Fair Haven United Methodist Church
Houston
01.2000 - 12.2002
- Managed accounts receivable and accounts payable for church funds, benevolence funds, endowment funds, youth group, and day school, ensuring accurate financial tracking and reporting
- Prepared and presented financial statements at monthly finance meetings
- Executed deposits, performed reconciliations, and generated financial reports for endowment funds, maintaining compliance and transparency in fund management
- Process payroll for church and day school staff; payroll taxes forms, MISC 1099, and W-2
Reconciliation Clerk for Core Lab Corporate
Resource Staffing
Houston
01.1999 - 12.2000
- Executed account receivables reconciliation using Oracle software, maintaining accurate financial records.
- Processed financial transactions and reconciled discrepancies daily.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve reconciliation issues promptly.
- Maintained accurate records using accounting software and spreadsheets.
- Assisted accounts receivable manager with invoice management and processing for multiple independent global crews in petroleum sector, ensuring timely payments.
General Manager
Premiere Cinemas
Alvin
01.1998 - 12.1999
- Synchronized establishment of new theatre locations, enabling company expansion into Houston market
- Managed employee scheduling and payroll, coordinated financial reporting and inventory control, and implemented customer service initiatives
- Developed Excel reporting spreadsheets to improve accuracy of financial data and streamline access to information
General Manager
Dollar General Movie Theatre Inc
Webster
01.1991 - 12.1998
- Managing, scheduling, and payroll for a staff of 25 to 30 employees
- Prepared and presented financial statements at weekly finance meetings, enhancing decision-making
- Compiled daily, weekly, and monthly financial and inventory reports for management review
- Developed Excel spreadsheet to convert companywide transactions from Lotus123, streamlining data management
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management Information Systems
Prairie View A&M
Prairie View, TX01-2007
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Prairie View A&M
Prairie View, TXSkills
- Financial reporting
- Financial analysis
- Variance analysis
- Account reconciliation
- Analytical research
- Texas Public University Expenditure Study
- Team leadership
- Interdepartmental communication
Timeline
Accountant III
Stephen F. Austin State University
01.2015 - Current
Accountant II
Stephen F. Austin State University
01.2015 - Current
Accounts Payable Clerk II and Temporary Accounting Clerk
Stephen F. Austin State University
01.2015 - Current
Staff Accountant for Trudy Patrick, CPA
Express Employment Professionals
01.2015 - 12.2015
Staff Tax Accountant
William M. Shields, P.C.
01.2008 - 12.2009
Tax Accountant / Bookkeeper
Self Employed
01.2005 - 12.2015
Financial Secretary
Fair Haven United Methodist Church
01.2000 - 12.2002
Reconciliation Clerk for Core Lab Corporate
Resource Staffing
01.1999 - 12.2000
General Manager
Premiere Cinemas
01.1998 - 12.1999
General Manager
Dollar General Movie Theatre Inc
01.1991 - 12.1998
Bachelor of Business Administration - Management Information Systems
Prairie View A&M
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Prairie View A&M