HELEN MCCRIMMON
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Accounting professional with comprehensive experience in budget management and compliance oversight, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards . Utilizes expertise to streamline accounting operations and improve financial accuracy. Track record of promoting collaborative efforts and delivering reliable results.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Manager
Durham Technical Community College
08.2023 - 01.2025
- Checked vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Contributed to successful external audits, preparing all necessary documentation and facilitating auditor inquiries.
- Developed and maintained system of internal controls to prevent fraud and abuse.
- Managed journal entries and reconciliations.
- Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses.
- Tracked grants revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve accurate and prompt financial reporting.
- Monitored budget allocation and expenditures to enforce compliance with company policies.
Staff Accountant
Durham Technical Community College
05.2017 - 08.2023
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
- Collaborated with external auditors to provide information for audit process.
Payroll / Cash Management Officer
North Carolina Community College System
02.2004 - 04.2017
- Conducted audits of cash handling processes, identifying discrepancies and implementing improvements.
- Enhanced security protocols by monitoring cash handling procedures.
- Streamlined reconciliation procedures for improved accuracy and efficiency in cash management operations.
- Processed payroll and checked other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Supported senior leadership in strategic decision-making by delivering timely analysis of cash position and liquidity trends.
Accounting Technician II / Accounting Technician III
Department of Health and Human Services – Controller’s Office
05.2001 - 02.2004
- Ensured timely payment of employee wages by consistently meeting deadlines for payroll processing.
- Maintained payroll information by calculating, collecting, and entering data.
- Organized, sorted, and checked input data against original documents.
Processing Assistant IV
North Carolina Office of the State Auditor
10.1998 - 05.2001
- Handled multiple simultaneous projects efficiently, effectively managing resources and time allocation to meet tight deadlines successfully.
- Entered invoices requiring payment and disbursed amounts via check, electronic transfer or bank draft.
- Developed an effective communication system between employees and supervisors for prompt resolution of any scheduling conflicts or discrepancies.
- Enhanced payroll efficiency with meticulous record-keeping and accurate timesheet submissions.
Cashier
Home Depot
08.1994 - 02.2000
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Processing Clerk / Accounting Technician II
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
08.1995 - 10.1996
- Expedited financial transactions by coordinating wire transfers, ACH payments, and checks for domestic and international clients.
- Submitted cash and check deposits and generated cash receipts to record money received.
- Posted customer payments by recording cash, checks, and credit card transactions.
Price Scanner
Walmart
07.1992 - 02.1995
- Supported loss prevention efforts by identifying potential instances of theft or fraud during routine price checks.
- Ensured accurate inventory tracking by diligently updating records and conducting regular stock checks.
- Pulled merchandise from inventory storage and documented quantities to maintain accuracy.
Office Clerk
Harris Teeter
02.1992 - 09.1993
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Exhibited strong attention to detail while balancing multiple tasks simultaneously within a fast-paced work environment successfully.
- Safeguarded company assets, securing cash storage areas and adhering to loss prevention policies consistently.
Front End Manager
Kroger
05.1988 - 05.1991
- Oversaw cash handling procedures, minimizing discrepancies in end-of-day reports through diligent monitoring of transactions.
- Oversaw cashier operations, bookkeeping, and security.
- Maintained excellent store appearance by enforcing cleanliness standards and delegating tasks to team members effectively.
- Maintained strong customer relations and effective customer service standards.
- Promoted from cashier to front end manager within two years, demonstrating rapid growth in leadership abilities and operational knowledge.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting and Finance
07.2005
Skills
- General Accounting Knowledge
- Accounts payable
- Journal entries
- Accounts receivable
- Payroll processing
- Customer service
- Bank reconciliation
- Month-end closing
- Quality control
- Cash flow management
- Work ethic and integrity
- Attention to detail
- Budget management
Awards
Employee of the Month, North Carolina State Government, 03/01/12
Timeline
Accounting Manager
Durham Technical Community College
08.2023 - 01.2025
Staff Accountant
Durham Technical Community College
05.2017 - 08.2023
Payroll / Cash Management Officer
North Carolina Community College System
02.2004 - 04.2017
Accounting Technician II / Accounting Technician III
Department of Health and Human Services – Controller’s Office
05.2001 - 02.2004
Processing Assistant IV
North Carolina Office of the State Auditor
10.1998 - 05.2001
Processing Clerk / Accounting Technician II
North Carolina Department of Public Instruction
08.1995 - 10.1996
Cashier
Home Depot
08.1994 - 02.2000
Price Scanner
Walmart
07.1992 - 02.1995
Office Clerk
Harris Teeter
02.1992 - 09.1993
Front End Manager
Kroger
05.1988 - 05.1991
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting and Finance
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