Elisabeth Thomas
Fairview Heights,USA
Summary
Dynamic professional with a solid background in accounting and business analytics. Track record of successfully identifying and executing process improvements to increase operational efficiency. Licensed Realtor and Property Manager with significant experience in residential property management and real estate transactions. Committed to exceptional customer service and driving growth initiatives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Realtor/Property Manager
Independent Contractor
02.2024 - Current
- Conducting market research to identify profitable opportunities and competitive pricing.
- Negotiate contracts and closing deals to achieve client and business objectives.
- Managing rental properties, including tenant screening, lease administration, and maintenance coordination.
- Ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal housing laws and regulations.
- Building long-term relationships with clients, tenants, and industry partners through transparent communication and reliable service.
- Leveraging strong organizational and financial management skills to optimize property performance and profitability
Corporate Business Management Analyst
Enterprise Mobility
St. Louis, USA
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Analyzed and distributed daily reports on days earned and inventory projections for the USA and Canada fleet.
- Collaborated with senior management to prioritize business reporting needs, identify operational improvements, and uncover opportunities across 20 states in the West Coast and North Central regions.
- Constructed, analyzed, and reviewed financial statement reports for month-end, quarterly, and year-end closes to ensure accounting accuracy.
- Consolidated financial statements, flux, and per unit analysis reports to evaluate profits, losses, revenue, and expenses for final company reporting.
- Executed various projects and tasks to assess market performance, employee retention, and customer service recognition for assigned business units.
- Coordinated with business management and cross-functional teams to communicate project statuses and implement process improvements for monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasting.
- St. Louis, MO
Payroll Supervisor (Shared Services)
Enterprise Mobility
St. Louis, USA
01.2019 - 08.2022
- Supervised and led the transmittal of bi-weekly payroll processing with a 99% accuracy rate for 2K+ employees.
- Performed bi-weekly payroll audits of hourly, salary and commissions to ensure accuracy and reconciled any identified discrepancies before adjustment deadlines.
- Researched, analyzed, and identified payroll errors to submit payments for federal and state tax adjustments, various withholdings and employee deductions.
- Verified the accuracy of federal and state requirements for court ordered wages attachments entered in the payroll system before final submission.
- Reviewed, analyzed and reconciled accounting balances, prepared and recorded journal entries to the general ledger for monthly, quarterly and year end close.
- Supervised and managed employee verifications and company car tax deductions, ensuring timely submissions and adherence to strict deadlines. Additionally, handled various miscellaneous projects.
- Trained employees in policies in accordance with policy changes, procedures, and all applicable laws.
- Coached and motivated employees on career development to achieve individual goals.
- St. Louis, MO
Senior Accountant
Enterprise Mobility
St. Louis, USA
11.2017 - 01.2019
- Supervised month-end closing activities, encompassing account reconciliations, preparation, and posting of journal entries to the general ledger.
- Ensured the accuracy of financial reporting to meet deadlines, comply with requirements, and adhere to GAAP.
- Assigned group tasks for the entire month-end process, including the preparation of income, balance sheets and financial statements.
- Collaborated with management to lead and guide peers in various accounting projects aimed at restructuring, implementing, and enhancing efficiencies in business processes and reporting.
- Performed various audits to effectively communicate risks and identified opportunities to management teams, emphasizing the importance of best practices to minimize the financial impacts of daily operations.
- Promoted employee engagement and development by educating team members on overall processes and specific nuances, leading and delegating training sessions on accounting processes, policies, and procedures.
- St. Louis, MO
Accountant
Enterprise Mobility
St. Louis, USA
06.2015 - 11.2017
- Reviewed, analyzed, and finalized financial statements and accounting schedules for various car sales business units.
- Analyzed and documented expense reports to identify discrepancies, communicated findings, and performed necessary adjustments.
- Executed month-end closing activities, including account reconciliations, preparation, and posting of journal entries to the general ledger.
- Completed car sales audits to ensure compliance with GAAP and FTC standards, identified and resolved compliance issues, and implemented action plans to enhance business operations and sales performance.
- Analyzed bonus and sales commissions structures to finalize monthly, quarterly, and annual payments.
- Acted as the subject matter expert, addressing group and peer inquiries with effective solutions.
- Managed and completed various tasks and projects as assigned, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
- St. Louis, MO
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration Accounting
Columbia College
St. Louis, MO03.2010
Skills
- Proven leadership abilities
- Detail-oriented approach
- Exceptional problem-solving capabilities
- Strong analytical skills
- Effective project coordination
- Innovative process development
- Customer-focused service orientation
- Skilled in professional communication
- Organizational and time management skills
- Collaborative team player
- Thrives in dynamic environments
- Understanding of GAAP principles
- Expertise in financial analysis
- Real estate sales experience
- Advanced Microsoft Office Suite skills
- Familiarity with QuickBooks software
- Proficient in ERP and database systems
Affiliations
- Member, Southwestern Illinois Board of Realtors, 01/01/24, Present
- Member, Fleet Management Diversity Team, 01/01/14, 12/31/16
- Secretary, Toastmasters, 01/01/14, 12/31/15
- Member, Corporate Diversity Team, 01/01/13, 12/31/14
Timeline
Licensed Realtor/Property Manager
Independent Contractor
02.2024 - Current
Corporate Business Management Analyst
Enterprise Mobility
08.2022 - 02.2024
Payroll Supervisor (Shared Services)
Enterprise Mobility
01.2019 - 08.2022
Senior Accountant
Enterprise Mobility
11.2017 - 01.2019
Accountant
Enterprise Mobility
06.2015 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration Accounting
Columbia College