Heather Morrison
Garfield Heights
Summary
Dynamic accounting professional with extensive experience at Barnes Distribution, excelling in accounts receivable and payable. Proven ability to streamline processes and enhance accuracy, while demonstrating strong organizational skills and effective communication. Adept at managing complex tax compliance and financial reporting, ensuring timely and precise outcomes in fast-paced environments.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Food Service Worker
Nordonia Hills City School District
Northfield
10.2023 - Current
- Prepared and served nutritious meals to students in a safe environment.
- Coordinated with staff to streamline meal service during peak times.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of kitchen to support safe food preparation.
- Processed cash transactions at cash register to facilitate efficient customer service.
Stay at Home Parent
Home
Garfield Hts
12.2010 - 10.2023
- Coordinated daily household activities and routines for three children, ensuring structure and support in their development
- Supported elderly father with daily living activities, providing essential care and companionship until his passing
Accounting Assistant
Summers Rubber Company
Cleveland
05.2012 - 03.2013
- Prepared 1099 forms for timely compliance with tax regulations
- Assisted in managing accounts receivable processes to ensure accurate cash flow
- Completed various special projects to support departmental goals
- Served as backup receptionist during staff absences
Staff Accountant
Insurance.com, Inc.
Solon
04.2006 - 12.2010
- Responsible for month-end close. Includes preparing, entering, and posting journal entries
- Help prepare Financial Statements and other reporting needed for month end
- Responsible for maintaining Fixed Assets in the FAS system
- Filed Ohio CAT tax, WA excise tax, workers compensation, and Ohio use tax.
- Filed annual business licenses.
- Completed special projects as assigned.
Accounts Receivable Analyst
Barnes Distribution
Cleveland
01.1997 - 04.2006
- Maintained special billing needs of customers in operating system to ensure accurate invoicing
- Processed credit card transactions, handling customer calls and entering orders from sales reps
- Assisted with cash application and EFT, streamlining order entry process.
Tax Analyst
Barnes Distribution
Cleveland
01.1998 - 01.2003
- Prepared Sales and Use Tax returns for 46 states, ensuring compliance with local regulations
- Maintained accurate coding of customer accounts for tax exemption.
- Managed tax write-offs on customer accounts, enhancing accuracy in financial reporting
- Renewed and filed Business Licenses, maintaining company compliance with state requirements
Accounts Payable Specialist
Barnes Distribution
Cleveland
01.1997 - 01.1999
- Input data for all miscellaneous payables that needed to be paid.
- Entered vendor invoices for warehouses in Elizabethtown, KY, and Atlanta, GA.
- Cleared errors on invoices with the warehouses or individuals in the company.
Education
Masters of Business Administration -
Myers University
Cleveland, Ohio01-2003
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Mount Union College
Alliance, Ohio01-1997
Diploma - college prep
Bedford High School
Bedford, Ohio01-1993
Skills
- General Accounting
- Accounts Receivable
- Accounts Payable
- Sales and Use Tax
- Financial reporting
- Meal preparation
- Kitchen organization
- Cash handling
Awards
- 1993, Won the award for Outstanding Student in General Business from Bedford High School
- 1998, Received awards for outstanding work from Barnes Distribution
- 2000, Received awards for outstanding work from Barnes Distribution
- 2001, Received awards for outstanding work from Barnes Distribution
- 2002, Received awards for outstanding work from Barnes Distribution
Timeline
Food Service Worker
Nordonia Hills City School District
10.2023 - Current
Accounting Assistant
Summers Rubber Company
05.2012 - 03.2013
Stay at Home Parent
Home
12.2010 - 10.2023
Staff Accountant
Insurance.com, Inc.
04.2006 - 12.2010
Tax Analyst
Barnes Distribution
01.1998 - 01.2003
Accounts Receivable Analyst
Barnes Distribution
01.1997 - 04.2006
Accounts Payable Specialist
Barnes Distribution
01.1997 - 01.1999
Masters of Business Administration -
Myers University
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Mount Union College
Diploma - college prep
Bedford High School