Heather Cason
Summary
Detail-oriented Accountant with 20 years effectively maintaining accurate accounting information for varying organizations. Adept at managing budgets, payroll, invoicing and general accounting functions. Instrumental in keeping business operations fully compliant and working within budgetary guidelines.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant, Office Manager
Coastal Georgia Historical Society
St. Simons Island, GA
12.2020 - Current
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy. Input sales data, receivables and payables daily
- Reconcile bank and investment accounts monthly during the closing process.
- Ensure payroll accuracy on a biweekly basis and track wage allocation
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- I work closely with the CPA and auditors to ensure accuracy of financial records on a monthly and annual basis
- Each year I oversee the budgeting process
- Additionally I manage the general maintenance of two historic museums and grounds and support staff with various projects.
Owner
Yappy Days Pet Boarding, Daycare & Grooming
Brunswick, GA
11.2015 - 03.2020
- I successfully started, grew, and sold the business for a profit within 5 years
- I managed the daily operations, maintained the financial information utilizing QuickBooks and processed payroll weekly
- As the owner I was involved in the hiring of all my employees and worked with them to create a safe environment to work in while maintaining the safety of the dogs in our care.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
Accountant
Marshland Community Federal Credit Union
Brunswick, GA
12.2013 - 11.2015
- At Marshland I worked directly under the CFO
- I performed daily reconciliations of multiple general ledger accounts, tracked and disbursed employee travel reimbursements, and processed Accounts Payable weekly
- At month end I prepared and finalized the financial reporting, including supporting documents utilizing Excel extensively
- I processed bi-weekly payroll in ADP and ensured the accuracy of employee deductions regarding health care and retirement plans
- In this position it was of utmost importance to maintain a high degree of confidentiality.
Accountant
Hodnett Cooper Real Estate
St. Simons Island, GA
06.2005 - 12.2010
- Created and perfected the accounting processes for the company from it's inception in 2005
- I maintained the financials for the Real Estate division, the Long-Term Rental division, Vacation Rental division and 3 HOA's
- I processed Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Payroll, including filing payroll taxes
- I performed Month End Closing and presentation of financials at the monthly Board Meeting
- At year end I worked closely with the CPA to ensure an accurate and timely filing of the corporate tax return.
Staff Accountant
Certified Public Accounting
06.2001 - 06.2005
- I worked for two CPAs during this time
- At both positions I maintained the financial accounts of 20+ clients, entering the data and preparing the financial statements for each of them monthly
- I processed payroll and submitted the taxes for many of them
- I was responsible for the issuance of W2's and 1099's at year end
- I prepared tax returns and met with clients to assess their changing needs.
Education
Bachelors of Science, Accounting -
Valdosta State University
01.2001
Skills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Bank Reconciliation
- Financial Statements
- Payroll Administration
- Budget Analysis
Timeline
Accountant, Office Manager
Coastal Georgia Historical Society
12.2020 - Current
Owner
Yappy Days Pet Boarding, Daycare & Grooming
11.2015 - 03.2020
Accountant
Marshland Community Federal Credit Union
12.2013 - 11.2015
Accountant
Hodnett Cooper Real Estate
06.2005 - 12.2010
Staff Accountant
Certified Public Accounting
06.2001 - 06.2005
Bachelors of Science, Accounting -
Valdosta State University