Elyssa Timper
Twentynine Palms,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Senior Accountant with over seven years of experience in month-end close, general ledger accounting, payroll processing, and financial reporting. Skilled in managing deadlines and collaborating cross-functionally in both remote and on-site environments. Expertise in GAAP compliance and process improvement, leveraging advanced Excel skills and ERP systems to enhance financial operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
MCCS Child Development Center
Twentynine Palms, California
07.2025 - Current
- Provided effective administrative and clerical support to enhance program office operations.
- Prepared, edited, and proofread correspondence, reports, and financial documents with precision.
- Organized and audited files while coordinating schedules and meetings to streamline workflow.
- Provided professional customer service in support of daily operational and financial needs.
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Dollar Tree
Chesapeake, Virginia
07.2022 - 05.2024
- Executed month-end financial close activities by preparing and reviewing complex journal entries and reconciliations for GAAP compliance.
- Managed general ledger accounts and subledger interfaces, ensuring data integrity and resolving discrepancies.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to execute close checklists and facilitate timely reporting.
- Enhanced accounting processes for new contracts, utilizing advanced Excel for financial analysis and providing actionable insights.
JUNIOR STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center
Chesapeake, Virginia
07.2016 - 04.2022
- Supported accounting operations by reviewing invoices and processing payments to ensure timely transactions.
- Managed petty cash and corporate cards, ensuring compliance and confidentiality.
- Executed bi-monthly payroll for over 100 exempt and nonexempt employees with precision.
- Facilitated account reconciliation and expense reporting, improving financial accuracy and reliability.
- Contributed to month-end close and general ledger accounting under tight deadlines to maintain reporting integrity.
Education
Master of Science - Finance
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
Lynchburg, VA05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA'S COLLEGE AT WISE
Wise, VA05-2016
Skills
- Month-end and financial close management
- General ledger and account reconciliation
- Payroll processing and compliance
- GAAP compliance and financial reporting
- Journal entries and adjustments
- Remote financial operations
- ERP and accounting systems
- Internal controls and process improvement
Timeline
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
MCCS Child Development Center
07.2025 - Current
SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Dollar Tree
07.2022 - 05.2024
JUNIOR STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center
07.2016 - 04.2022
Master of Science - Finance
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA'S COLLEGE AT WISE