Emily A. Wardell, MBA
Sheridan,WY
Summary
Searching for a challenging career with a professional organization, one that requires creative and innovative approaches to problem solving, strategy development and fulfillment of my personal goals. Accustomed to working in a team environment. Proven leadership abilities and troubleshooting skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office, Sage 300, Sage 100 and Sage 50 US accounting software, QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online, Precision, Drake Tax Software, Lacerte Tax Software, UltraTax and many different types of databases. Excellent typing skills (approx. 90 wpm). State of Wyoming Notary Public. Very focused, hard-working, and goal-oriented
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
Pilch & Reed, CPAs
12.2022 - Current
- Prepare and review personal and corporate tax returns.
- Meet with clients and potential clients during onboarding and ongoing as needed.
- Prepare monthly journal entries and reconciliations for a variety of clients.
- Reconcile accounts and create documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Complete year-end closing processes with clients and external auditors.
- Review documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolve variances.
- Manage annual reporting requirements for many special purpose districts.
Senior Staff Accountant
Cloud Peak Accounting
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Prepare personal and corporate tax returns
- Manage the preparation of, compilation, review, and audit procedures for a range of clients
- Oversee bookkeeping staff.
Commercial Loan Officer
Security State Bank
03.2019 - 09.2020
- Maintained existing $7 million loan portfolio while generating new commercial loans
- Analyzed financial statements and pertinent information to determine creditworthiness of prospective and existing clients
- Helped spearhead the Paycheck Protection Program loan program processes for the Sheridan branch.
Accountant/Controller/Human Resources Director
The Brinton Museum
06.2014 - 02.2019
- Manage the day-to-day activities of accounts payable, cash disbursements, invoicing/billing, cash receipts, payroll, perpetual inventory integrity, fixed asset records, general & entity accounting, and job cost accounting
- Develop, improve, and issue timely financial records for the Board of Directors
- Interface with outside audit firm, banks, and credit card companies
- Responsible for all month-end, quarterly and year-end reporting
- Manage all aspects of human resources including: benefits administration, conflict resolution, employee recognition, employee evaluations, and onboarding.
Accounts Manager
S & L Industrial
07.2011 - 05.2014
- Responsible for preparing and managing accounts payable as well as weekly payroll for around 200 people
- Periodically help the human resources manager and controller with duties
- Also a main contact for field employees to help trouble shoot and authorize purchases.
Education
Master Of Business Administration -
Chadron State College
Chadron, NE05.2021
Accounting Endorsement -
Chadron State College
Chadron, NE05.2015
Bachelor of Arts - Business and Mathematics
Chadron State College
Chadron, Nebraska05.2012
Associate Of Science - Business Administration
Northwest College
Powell, Wyoming05.2007
Skills
- Knowledge of Financial Statements
- Payroll Oversight
- Tax Return Preparation
- Month-End Closing Management
Volunteer Work and Affliations
- 2023-Present - Albert J Goodwin FFA Alumni Treasurer
- 2021-Present - Holy Name Catholic Church Finance Council Member
- 2021-Present - Sheridan County 4-H Volunteer
- 2020 – Attended Barret School of Banking Commercial Lending Academy, Memphis, TN
- 2015-2019 – Member of The Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM)
- 2015-2019 – Volunteer board member for the Big Horn Mountain Chapter of SHRM
- 2014-2016 – Girl Scout Troop Leader
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Pilch & Reed, CPAs
12.2022 - Current
Senior Staff Accountant
Cloud Peak Accounting
09.2020 - 12.2022
Commercial Loan Officer
Security State Bank
03.2019 - 09.2020
Accountant/Controller/Human Resources Director
The Brinton Museum
06.2014 - 02.2019
Accounts Manager
S & L Industrial
07.2011 - 05.2014
Master Of Business Administration -
Chadron State College
Accounting Endorsement -
Chadron State College
Bachelor of Arts - Business and Mathematics
Chadron State College
Associate Of Science - Business Administration
Northwest College
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