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Heather Leibold

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Manager

Cordental Group
02.2019 - Current


  • Led a team of accounting professionals in achieving department goals while fostering a positive work environment.
  • Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
  • Streamlined month-end closing procedures resulting in reduced processing time without compromising accuracy or completeness of the reports generated.
  • Coordinated efforts between the accounting team and other departments to ensure accuracy in interdepartmental transactions recording and proper cost allocation.
  • Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses.

Staff Accountant

Cordental Group
02.2018 - 02.2019
  • Streamlined financial reporting processes by implementing automated systems and software.
  • Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving communication among team members.
  • Increased accuracy of financial statements through diligent attention to detail and thorough review processes.
  • Assisted controller with year-end financial audits.

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Cordental Group
06.2016 - 02.2018
  • Reduced payment errors by closely monitoring and reconciling vendor statements.
  • Enhanced internal controls by developing and implementing policies and procedures for the accounts payable function.
  • Streamlined accounts payable processes for increased accuracy and timeliness of payments.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, resulting in improved communication and negotiation on payment terms.

Staff Accountant

Roger Klosterman & Co Cpa's
08.2013 - 06.2016
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workload distribution and meet tight deadlines.
  • Prepared comprehensive tax returns for individuals, partnerships, corporations, and non-profit organizations.
  • Facilitated clear communication between clients and taxing authorities to resolve disputes and inquiries effectively.
  • Streamlined the month-end closing process for multiple clients through diligent reconciliations of general ledger accounts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA
05.2013

Skills

  • Month-end reporting
  • Bank account reconciliations
  • Closing procedures
  • Account Reconciliation
  • GAAP understanding
  • Staff Management

Timeline

Accounting Manager

Cordental Group
02.2019 - Current

Staff Accountant

Cordental Group
02.2018 - 02.2019

Accounts Payable Supervisor

Cordental Group
06.2016 - 02.2018

Staff Accountant

Roger Klosterman & Co Cpa's
08.2013 - 06.2016

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Upper Iowa University
Heather Leibold