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Douglas Young

SIDNEY,Iowa

Summary

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

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Manager

Uptown Staffing, Inc.
11.2007 - 01.2024
  • Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
  • Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
  • Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses.
  • Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees.
  • Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
  • Generated monthly and quarterly financial statements for executive review.
  • Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
  • Managed successful audits by collaborating effectively with internal and external auditors.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve accurate and prompt financial reporting.
  • Ensured compliance with tax regulations by preparing accurate federal, state, and local tax filings on time.
  • Analyzed and reported on financial data to support business decisions.
  • Developed and maintained system of internal controls to prevent fraud and abuse.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.

Finance Manager

Markel BMW
03.1998 - 09.2007

Spoke with customers took credit applications to have them approved to purchase a vehicle.

Worked with financial institutions to get approvals for applicants.

  • Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, federal tax regulations; timely filing of all required documents, mitigating potential penalties or fines.
  • Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
  • Complied with established internal controls and policies.
  • Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.

Education

Associate of Science - Accounting And Finance

Wentworth Military Academy And College
Lexington, MO
06.1973

Skills

  • Journal Entries
  • Payroll Processing
  • Bookkeeping
  • Financial Reporting
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • AP and AR management
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Audits
  • Financial Auditing
  • Invoicing
  • Payment Collection
  • Bank account reconciliations
  • Quickbooks
  • Finance
  • Payroll Administration
  • Payroll

Timeline

Accounting Manager

Uptown Staffing, Inc.
11.2007 - 01.2024

Finance Manager

Markel BMW
03.1998 - 09.2007

Associate of Science - Accounting And Finance

Wentworth Military Academy And College
Douglas Young