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Denise Sensenig

Greene

Summary

Detail-oriented Accountant with 20 years effectively maintaining accurate accounting information for financial organizations. History working as part of financial team to manage diverse financial functions and reporting. Decisive and persuasive communicator with proven problem-solving, leadership and planning abilities.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Accountant II

Maine Community College System
08.2018 - Current
  • Increased efficiency by streamlining accounting processes.
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
  • Managed a variety of accounts, ensuring timely communication and effective problem resolution.
  • All Accounts Payable functions including weekly payments to vendors and 1099 processes.
  • Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Reviewed accounts, resolved coding errors, completing journal entries to correct the issues.
  • Helped new Accounts Payable employees on our software company, explained Company policies and procedures.
  • Streamlined the accounts payable process for faster payment turnaround, ensuring timely payments to suppliers.
  • Improved invoice processing efficiency by implementing a new accounts payable system.
  • Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information through regular performance reports.
  • Reconcile month-end closing processes, journal entries, p-card data, balance sheet, and prepaid accounts.
  • Contributed to cost savings initiatives by identifying duplicate payments and overcharges through regular account reviews.
  • Managed expense report processing, verifying receipts for accuracy and compliance with company policies before reimbursement.
  • Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
  • Maintained organized filing systems for easy access to financial records, supporting efficient auditing processes.
  • Prepared annual 1099 forms for vendors, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and minimizing risk of penalties.
  • Reconcile accounts, review expense allocation, and make corrections.
  • Working with a third-party vendor, Corpay, to ensure vendor payments are processed correctly and process void, reissues, and other issues associated with our payments.
  • Improved invoice processing efficiency by implementing a new accounts payable system.
  • Reduced errors in account reconciliation through meticulous attention to detail and thorough review of transactions.

Account II

Central Maine Community College (part Of MCCS)
06.2018 - 08.2018
  • Streamlined accounts payable processes by implementing efficient invoicing and payment tracking systems.
  • Reduced invoice processing time with accurate data entry and timely vendor communication.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy through diligent reconciliation of vendor statements and company records.
  • Maintained compliance with internal controls and external regulations related to accounts payable processes.
  • Ensured timely payments for all invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
  • Implemented a new system for organizing physical and electronic records, reducing document retrieval time significantly.
  • Contributed to year-end closing process by ensuring all outstanding payables were accurately recorded and settled promptly. In charge of completing journal entries, p-card entries, keeping track of assets, and daily cash, check and MasterCard deposits.
  • In charge of completing journal entries, p-card entries, keeping track of assets, and daily cash, check and MasterCard deposits.
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Updated accounting ledgers and journals to balance statements and maintain consistent records.
  • Documented petty cash transactions in petty cash journal to summarize payments rendered, maintaining accurate records.
  • Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
  • Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.

Payroll Specialist

Lewiston Public Schools
11.2002 - 04.2016
  • Streamlined payroll processing by implementing an automated timekeeping system.
  • Reduced payroll errors by conducting thorough audits and resolving discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local tax regulations through meticulous record-keeping and accurate reporting.
  • Collaborated with human resources to maintain up-to-date employee information for precise payroll calculations.
  • Prepared year-end reports for W-2s and 1099s, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in tax filing.
  • Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
  • Managed garnishments, levies, and support orders in accordance with legal requirements, reducing company liabilities.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive employee information while addressing payroll concerns or disputes.
  • Implemented direct deposit options for employees, increasing convenience and improving overall satisfaction levels.
  • Conducted regular reconciliations of general ledger accounts related to payroll transactions for accurate financial reporting purposes.
  • Facilitated smooth onboarding of new hires by efficiently entering relevant data into the payroll system.
  • Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
  • Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
  • Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
  • Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
  • Researched payroll errors and processed payments for federal and state taxes, social security, Medicare and various employee deductions, annuity contributions, and retirement plan withholdings.
  • Managed payroll data entry and processing for [Number] employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
  • Tracked employee vacation, sick and personal time.
  • Calculated wages, deductions and bonuses in accordance with company policies.
  • Updated employee files with new details such as changes in address or salary levels.
  • Maintained confidentiality of employee records and payroll information.
  • Processed manual checks for employees in accordance with company policies.
  • Managed and updated employee benefits information.
  • Prepared and submitted payroll taxes and reports to regulatory agencies.
  • Partnered with benefits administration team to integrate benefit deductions into the payroll system seamlessly.
  • Adjusted tax withholdings according to employee requests while adhering to federal regulations thus avoiding penalties or fines.
  • Reconciled health care benefits, tax contributions, and retirement accounts to facilitate large-scale account reconciliations.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Central Maine Community College
Auburn, ME
05.2018

High School Diploma -

Edward Little High School
Auburn, ME
06.1992

Skills

  • Account Reconciliation Processes
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Administrative Support
  • Month-End Documentation
  • Ledger and Journal Entries
  • Month-End Reports
  • Monthly Reconciliations
  • Microsoft Excel

Timeline

Accountant II

Maine Community College System
08.2018 - Current

Account II

Central Maine Community College (part Of MCCS)
06.2018 - 08.2018

Payroll Specialist

Lewiston Public Schools
11.2002 - 04.2016

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Central Maine Community College

High School Diploma -

Edward Little High School

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