GABRIELLE LEANN CARTER
Valdosta,GA
Summary
Seasoned Financial Management professional with proven expertise in accounting processes, systems oversight and compliance reporting. Knowledgeable about AP/AR, contract administration, budgeting and all other aspects of successful financial operations. Talented team builder and supervisor with expertise to develop and maintain consistent, accurate, and legal accounting structures.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounting Manager
South Georgia Pecan Company
Valdosta , GA
2019.02 - Current
- Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Created reports summarizing current financial status by collecting analyzing and presenting key data points.
- Evaluated internal control systems to ensure adherence to corporate policies and procedures.
- Researched complex accounting issues and provided solutions to management team.
- Monitored cash flow, prepared bank reconciliations, and managed accounts payable and receivable functions.
- Managed a team of accountants to ensure accuracy of all financial transactions.
- Identified areas of improvement in the existing accounting system and recommended changes accordingly.
- Developed and implemented effective accounting policies and procedures.
- Reviewed general ledger accounts for accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
- Coordinated external audits by providing required documents on time.
- Ensured timely payment of invoices from vendors or suppliers according to contractual agreements.
- Analyzed financial data, identified trends, and developed strategies to improve profitability.
- Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing processes and procedures and suggest improvements when necessary.
- Supervised accounting tasks, which included accounts payable and receivable, general ledger management and expense reporting oversight.
- Modified existing software systems to enhance performance and add new features.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Accounts Receivable Administrator
Data Software Services LLC
Valdosta , GA
2013.01 - 2019.02
- Prepared monthly statements for customers detailing their account balances.
- Managed Accounts Receivable operations, coordinating staff workflows and reviewing completed work to reduce errors.
- Provided support during month-end closing process including the reconciliation of Accounts Receivable ledgers.
- Updated financial databases with new information about customer accounts as necessary.
- Developed detailed procedures for managing Accounts Receivable operations according to company standards.
- Organized and filed documents related to Accounts Receivable transactions for future reference as needed.
- Analyzed customer payment plans, credit lines, and other payment terms to determine appropriate actions.
- Conducted periodic audits of Accounts Receivable processes to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
- Reconciled computer reports with manually maintained ledgers.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by accurately managing accounting documentation.
- Checked postings and documents for correctness, accuracy and proper coding.
- Generated aging reports on a regular basis to identify overdue accounts.
- Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
- Communicated regularly with customers regarding account inquiries or disputes.
Education
Master of Science - Business Administration
Georgia Southwestern State University
Americus, GA2024-12
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Georgia Southwestern State University
Americus, GA2023-05
Skills
- Bank Account Reconciliations
- Invoicing
- Closing Procedures
- Meticulous Attention to Detail
- Documentation
- General Ledger Accounting
- Journal Entries
- Project Management
- Reporting
- Staff Training and Development
- Audit Coordination
- Budget Management
- AP and AR Management
- Internal Controls
- GAAP Knowledge
- Account Reconciliation
- Staff Management
- General Ledger Management
- Sage 100 ERP
Certification
- CPA Eligible
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accounting Manager
South Georgia Pecan Company
2019.02 - Current
Accounts Receivable Administrator
Data Software Services LLC
2013.01 - 2019.02
Master of Science - Business Administration
Georgia Southwestern State University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Georgia Southwestern State University
- CPA Eligible
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