Echo Kirkland
Brunswick,GA
Summary
Focused Accounting professional with 20+ years of experience maintaining financial records and reviewing account activity. Proven track record of developing accurate spreadsheets and delivering organized reports with Great Plains, and Opera. Accomplished in taking on tasks within strict deadlines while prioritizing urgent needs.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Revenue Control/AR Membership Specialist
Sea Island Company
05.2001 - 01.2025
- Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Managed and responded to all correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Entered financial data into company accounting database for verification and reconciliation, maintaining accurate and current accounts at all times.
- Communicated with vendors to resolve discrepancies impeding payments.
- Provided accounts payable expertise to managers and staff members.
- Checked W-9 forms for completeness and accuracy.
- Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation and billing code accuracy.
- Enhanced member engagement by providing personalized service and attention.
- Addressed member inquiries to ensure satisfaction and resolution of issues.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining membership processes.
- Managed membership records to maintain data accuracy and security.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on membership benefits to inform members.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance member experience.
- Provided administrative support to membership department for a smooth operations.
Night Auditor
Choice Hotels
09.2000 - 05.2001
- Oversaw night auditing duties, including verification of daily room occupancy and hotel revenue.
- Performed nightly updates to room charges and rates.
- Completed night audit for guest ledgers to close bank and cash registers, reconciling issues quickly and marking discrepancies.
- Investigated auditing discrepancies by reconciling cash drop and credit card transactions
Night Auditor
Nemicoln Woodlands Resort And Spa
02.1997 - 07.2000
- Oversaw night auditing duties, including verification of daily room occupancy and hotel revenue.
- Performed nightly updates to room charges and rates.
- Handled all duties and tasks for night manager and concierge during busy periods to maintain front desk efficiency.
- Balanced hotel accounts and resolved discrepancies.
- Responded to guest needs quickly and efficiently, noting changes in reservations or special needs for day crew.
- Looked over pending check-ins and payment processes to complete closing procedures
Education
High School Diploma -
Uniontown Area Senior High School
Uniontown, PA06.1993
Skills
- Document Coding and Classification
- Relationship Building
- Attention to Detail
- Accounts Receivable
- Bank Statement Reconciliation
- Data Entry and 10-Key
- Accounts Payable
- Account Auditing
Timeline
Revenue Control/AR Membership Specialist
Sea Island Company
05.2001 - 01.2025
Night Auditor
Choice Hotels
09.2000 - 05.2001
Night Auditor
Nemicoln Woodlands Resort And Spa
02.1997 - 07.2000
High School Diploma -
Uniontown Area Senior High School
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