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Doralee Bennett

Harveys Lake,PA

Summary

Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Bookkeeper

Pro-Office Support
Tunkhannock, PA
06.2022 - Current
  • Maintained and reconciled general ledger accounts.
  • Prepared financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and statement of cash flows.
  • Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions.
  • Assisted with the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
  • Conducted monthly bank reconciliations.
  • Performed month-end closing activities.
  • Ensured accuracy in all accounting entries and records.
  • Developed internal control procedures to ensure accurate recordkeeping.
  • Generated invoices for clients and tracked payments received from customers.
  • Resolved billing discrepancies with vendors or customers promptly.
  • Posted journal entries to the general ledger system accurately and timely.
  • Analyzed financial information to recommend or develop efficient use of resources and techniques to improve profitability.
  • Provided assistance in preparing tax returns annually.
  • Verified accuracy of vendor invoices against purchase orders prior to payment processing.
  • Assessed customer creditworthiness by reviewing financial statements, trade references.
  • Performed account analysis as required by management.
  • Participated in special projects related to process improvements within the department.
  • Developed strategies to reduce costs while improving efficiency within the accounting department.
  • Performed basic accounting, payroll and bookkeeping services to manage business operations.
  • Entered deposits, credit card charges and sales entries to facilitate cash management.
  • Maintained full compliance when executing and tracking bank reconciliations, A/P, invoicing, billing and collections.
  • Reviewed purchase documents and company receipts for reconciliation with statements.
  • Prepared bank reconciliations, managed field audits and reviewed accounting records for accuracy.
  • Helped businesses keep finances in order by managing accounting ledgers and recording journal entries.
  • Documented transaction details to track and manage financial data.
  • Prepared accurate financial reports each month by collecting, analyzing and summarizing account information.
  • Reconciled vendor statements to assist in monthly closings.
  • Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.
  • Defined bookkeeping policies and procedures by developing system to account for financial transactions.
  • Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
  • Matched orders with invoices and recorded required information.
  • Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
  • Checked postings and documents for correctness, accuracy and proper coding.
  • Reconciled or entered report discrepancies found in financial records.
  • Monitored loans and accounts payable to confirm payments are current.
  • Classified and summarized financial data to compile and enter in financial records
  • Performed financial calculations for amounts due, interest charges and balances.

Office Manager

Peaceful Valley Equestrian Center
Harveys Lake, PA
10.2017 - 01.2023
  • Developed and implemented office policies and procedures.
  • Assisted with the preparation of budgets, forecasts and financial statements.
  • Supervised staff members, organized schedules and delegated tasks.
  • Coordinated meetings, conferences, travel arrangements and department activities.
  • Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
  • Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels.
  • Provided administrative support to management team including preparing reports and presentations.
  • Created spreadsheets in Excel to track data such as vacation requests, sick days .
  • Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
  • Resolved customer inquiries in a timely manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
  • Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
  • Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
  • Organized company events including holiday parties, team building activities .
  • Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws regarding employment practices.
  • Reviewed contracts for accuracy prior to signing off on behalf of the company.
  • Conducted research projects related to new product development or marketing initiatives.
  • Provided training to new hires on office policies and procedures.
  • Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders.
  • Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
  • Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
  • Oversaw receiving and organizing correspondence, answering and forwarding calls and creating business letters and records.
  • Administered payroll and maintained proper documentation of employee personnel.
  • Managed, scheduled and coordinated office functions and activities for employees.
  • Handled scheduling and managed timely and effective allocation of resources and calendars.
  • Used judgment and initiative in handling confidential matters and requests.
  • Managed office budget to handle inventory, postage and vendor services.
  • Implemented and maintained company protocols to facilitate smooth daily activities.
  • Trained and mentored administrative staff members in company policies, daily task execution and industry best practices.
  • Sustained office efficiency by implementing and planning office systems, equipment procurement and layouts.
  • Interpreted and communicated work procedures and company policies to staff.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
  • Mediated conflicts between employees and facilitated effective resolutions to disputes.

Finance Manager

Starzec Builders LLC
Factoryville, PA
04.2014 - 12.2017
  • Developed and managed financial plans for a variety of investments.
  • Conducted risk management assessments and created strategies to minimize potential risks.
  • Assisted in the development of internal controls to protect company assets.
  • Analyzed complex financial data and generated meaningful reports for senior management.
  • Created monthly performance metrics that tracked key performance indicators.
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings through process improvements and automation initiatives.
  • Performed due diligence activities prior to making strategic investments or acquisitions.
  • Evaluated existing processes within the finance department and identified areas for improvement.
  • Established relationships with banking partners to secure favorable terms on financing arrangements.
  • Developed forecasting models utilizing historical data trends to predict future revenues and expenses.
  • Managed payroll processing activities for multiple entities including tax filings.
  • Maintained accounts payable and receivable records ensuring timely payments are made.
  • Coordinated with other departments within the organization regarding budgeting matters.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors in order to obtain competitive pricing structures.
  • Managed financial transactions involving general funds and contracts to reduce cashflow challenges.
  • Calculated and prepared checks for utilities, taxes and other payments.
  • Approved and qualified applications for financing, closed sales contracts and cross-sold insurance products while complying with state laws.
  • Promoted finance products to customers and sales force to increase penetration.
  • Analyzed actual financial results vs budget to prepare variance reporting to functional groups.
  • Reviewed financial projections relating to business and industry trends and identified areas requiring improvement.
  • Analyzed sales activity to identify and correct cost errors or price discrepancies.
  • Researched and recommended new accounting software package to replace various non-integrated software packages.
  • Invested funds and recommended appropriate dividend issuances based on historical dividend patterns and expected cash flows.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
  • Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
  • Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
  • Coordinated approval or rejection of lines of credit or commercial, real estate or personal loans.
  • Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
  • Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lake Lehman High School
Lehman, PA
06-2001

Skills

  • Financial Recordkeeping
  • A/P and A/R
  • Quickbooks
  • General ledger maintenance
  • Vendor Management
  • Inventory Tracking
  • Invoice Processing
  • Bookkeeping Software
  • Accounting
  • Bookkeeping
  • Accounting operations management
  • Customer Relations
  • Office Management
  • Employee Supervision
  • Contract Administration
  • Staff Management
  • Operations Management
  • Proposal Writing
  • Report Writing
  • Business Administration

Timeline

Bookkeeper

Pro-Office Support
06.2022 - Current

Office Manager

Peaceful Valley Equestrian Center
10.2017 - 01.2023

Finance Manager

Starzec Builders LLC
04.2014 - 12.2017

High School Diploma -

Lake Lehman High School

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