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Jamie Walters

Jamie Walters

Chesterfield,MO

Summary

Dynamic Bookkeeper and Payroll Specialist with proven success. Vigilant Accounts Payable clerk with over 30 years of experience. I am a leader with strong background in guiding teams and managing projects. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through being meticulously detail oriented with financial record management. Adept in QuickBooks and fostering strong vendor relationships, I consistently ensure timely payments and accurate reporting, contributing to improved cash flow and informed decision-making. Detail-oriented and committed to excellence. I pride myself in efficiency,strong problem-solving abilities and reliability.


Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Bookkeeper/ Payroll Specialist

Machine Ctr
08.2024 - Current
  • Maintained and processed invoices,
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by automating routine bookkeeping tasks.
  • Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Developed comprehensive payroll reports for management review, aiding informed decision-making processes.
  • Tracked employee vacation, sick and personal time.
  • Reviewed personnel records to determine names, rates of pay, occupations of new hires and changes in wage rates.
  • Managed and updated employee benefits information.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
  • Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
  • Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
  • Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
  • Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
  • Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
  • Implemented a more efficient filing system for financial documents, improving accessibility and organization.
  • Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough reviews and ensuring accurate data entry.
  • Streamlined bookkeeping processes by implementing new accounting software, resulting in increased efficiency.
  • Managed payroll data entry and processing for 25 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.

Bookkeeper/Payroll Specialist

LaBonneBouchee
07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
  • Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
  • Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
  • Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
  • Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
  • Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
  • Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
  • Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
  • Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough reviews and ensuring accurate data entry.
  • Provided support during audits by supplying requested documentation promptly and accurately.
  • Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.
  • Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
  • Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks.
  • Generated detailed financial reports for management review, facilitating informed decision making.
  • Assisted with budget preparation and monitoring, contributing to better expense control.
  • Enhanced budget tracking with detailed expense categorization.
  • Boosted efficiency, implemented digital filing system for receipts and invoices.
  • Optimized payroll processing for accuracy, ensuring all employees were paid promptly and correctly.
  • Streamlined accounts payable and receivable management, improving relationships with vendors and customers.
  • Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
  • Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Streamlined daily reporting information entry for efficient record keeping purposes.
  • Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
  • Created new hire and termination documents for payroll.
  • Managed payroll data entry and processing for 65 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive employee information while addressing payroll concerns or disputes.
  • Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
  • Documented and processed all garnishments for bankruptcies, student loans, and child support orders.
  • Facilitated smooth onboarding of new hires by efficiently entering relevant data into the payroll system.
  • Implemented direct deposit options for employees, increasing convenience and improving overall satisfaction levels.
  • Streamlined year-end tax reporting process, ensuring timely issuance of W-2 forms and minimizing errors through meticulous record-keeping.
  • Tracked employee vacation, sick and personal time.
  • Processed timecards and payroll data for team of employees.
  • Generated reports to track employee time and attendance.
  • Reconciled payroll discrepancies and responded to inquiries from employees.
  • Processed manual checks for employees in accordance with company policies.

Social Media Manager

Encore Consignment
09.2023 - 05.2024
  • Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring a consistent brand voice and message.
  • Boosted engagement rates with the creation of compelling and visually appealing content.
  • Optimized posting schedules based on platform-specific analytics to maximize content visibility.
  • Successfully built a loyal following by consistently sharing valuable content that resonated with the target audience.
  • Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing effective social media strategies.
  • Monitored social media trends to keep brand's content relevant and engaging.

Social Media Manager

Green Goose Consignment
10.2023 - 03.2024
  • Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring a consistent brand voice and message.
  • Boosted engagement rates with the creation of compelling and visually appealing content.
  • Optimized posting schedules based on platform-specific analytics to maximize content visibility.
  • Successfully built a loyal following by consistently sharing valuable content that resonated with the target audience.
  • Monitored social media trends and emerging platforms, adopting new strategies to stay ahead of the competition.
  • Increased brand awareness by developing and implementing effective social media strategies.
  • Developed targeted advertising campaigns, driving website traffic and generating leads.
  • Managed multiple social media platforms, ensuring consistent and impactful brand messaging.

Manager

Chesterfield Antique Mall
05.2020 - 07.2023
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Manage a team of 10 employees
  • Develop relationships and Onboard new vendors
  • Mentor new vendors
  • Event planning
  • Social media
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Daily deposits and balancing registers
  • Manage payroll
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
  • Organized professional development programs for staff, leading to improved performance and skill sets.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing agile methodologies, leading to more efficient project completion.
  • Boosted employee morale and reduced turnover through development and implementation of comprehensive rewards and recognition program.
  • Fostered partnerships with industry leaders, enhancing company's reputation and creating new business opportunities.
  • Facilitated team brainstorming sessions that led to innovative solutions for long-standing operational challenges.
  • Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals, fostering collaboration and innovation.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
  • Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
  • Oversaw store operations, including opening and closing procedures, cash management, and safety compliance.
  • Enhanced store appearance by maintaining cleanliness standards and visually appealing displays that showcased products effectively.
  • Coached employees and trained on methods for handling various aspects of sales, complicated issues, and difficult customers.
  • Controlled store inventory and reviewed cash handling and operations reports.
  • Exceeded sales goals and accomplished business objectives by inspiring staff and promoting target products.
  • Completed daily paperwork and computer entry of sales data as established by management.
  • Led a team of retail associates to achieve sales targets and deliver outstanding customer experiences.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Developed staff training programs that resulted in improved product knowledge and enhanced selling skills.

Manager/Designer

The Porch in Wildwood
06.2018 - 05.2020
  • Mentored junior designers, providing guidance and constructive feedback to improve their skills and professional growth.
  • Developed comprehensive style guides to ensure consistent branding across all marketing materials and products.
  • Reduced production costs by optimizing material usage and implementing sustainable practices into the design process.
  • Revitalized product lines for increased market share and customer satisfaction.
  • Took and edited photographs to use in digital publications, websites and social media.
  • Created marketing materials, including brochures, flyers and product catalogs to brand standards.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resources were allocated appropriately to prioritize high-impact projects.
  • Negotiated contracts successfully with vendors, ensuring timely delivery of materials without sacrificing quality or cost effectiveness.
  • Balanced multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining focus on priorities and deadlines.
  • Monitored inventory management and assisted with accurate, cost-effective ordering processes.
  • Tracked daily cash handling, reconciled sales and prepared bank deposits.
  • Trained employees, monitored performance and conducted periodic reviews focused on continuous improvement.
  • Created employee work schedules for optimum coverage and labor cost control.
  • Recruited hired, and trained new employees ensuring they were well-equipped to provide exceptional customer service from day one.
  • Controlled store inventory and reviewed cash handling and operations reports.
  • Monitored and identified store losses or inconsistencies and implemented solutions to successfully achieve company goals.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Nettie White Interiors
06.2017 - 07.2018
  • Maintained healthy business relationships through proactive communication with clients regarding outstanding balances and payment terms.
  • Managed past due balances, financial inquiries and other accounts receivable functions.
  • Supported company growth by ensuring timely revenue recognition and accurate financial data entry.
  • Reduced invoice disputes by maintaining accurate records and promptly addressing client concerns.
  • Monitored timely collection and application of account receivable collections.
  • Contributed to company profitability by diligently monitoring customer accounts and minimizing uncollectible amounts.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.

Bookkeeper

Walters Property Management
01.2002 - 02.2016
  • Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
  • Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
  • Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
  • Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
  • Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
  • Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
  • Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
  • Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
  • Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
  • Optimized payroll processing for accuracy, ensuring all employees were paid promptly and correctly.
  • Maintained compliance with tax laws, ensuring timely filing of all required documents.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
  • Developed monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bishop DuBourg, St Louis, MO
05-1994

Skills

  • Detail-oriented bookkeeping practices
  • Invoice processing and collection
  • Financial record management
  • Proficient in QuickBooks
  • Retail Management
  • Experienced in Wholesale purchasing
  • Payment management
  • Healthcare Benefits Specialist
  • Payroll Specialist
  • Customer service
  • Networking skills
  • Client relationship building

Timeline

Bookkeeper/ Payroll Specialist - Machine Ctr
08.2024 - Current
Social Media Manager - Green Goose Consignment
10.2023 - 03.2024
Social Media Manager - Encore Consignment
09.2023 - 05.2024
Bookkeeper/Payroll Specialist - LaBonneBouchee
07.2023 - 08.2024
Manager - Chesterfield Antique Mall
05.2020 - 07.2023
Manager/Designer - The Porch in Wildwood
06.2018 - 05.2020
Accounts Receivable Clerk - Nettie White Interiors
06.2017 - 07.2018
Bookkeeper - Walters Property Management
01.2002 - 02.2016
Bishop DuBourg - High School Diploma,