Janet Whittle
Elkader
Summary
Results-driven Payroll/Internal Audit Specialist with a proven track record at CCLS, Inc. Skilled in internal auditing and financial reporting, I enhanced compliance and reduced discrepancies through meticulous audits. Strong communicator, I effectively presented findings to management, fostering informed decision-making and promoting a culture of accountability within the organization.
Detail-oriented Bookkeeper/Payroll, with many years of hands-on experience with data entry, accounts payable accuracy with tax form preparedness with timely payments.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll/Internal Audit Specialist
CCLS, Inc.
11.2009 - 07.2022
- Conducted comprehensive audits to ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal policies.
- Identified discrepancies and provided actionable recommendations to enhance financial reporting accuracy.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline audit processes, improving efficiency and reducing turnaround time.
- Presented findings to senior management, facilitating informed decision-making through clear communication of audit results.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by conducting thorough internal audits and identifying areas for improvement.
- Promoted a culture of accountability within the organization by consistently enforcing established policies and procedures during audits.
- Safeguarded sensitive information throughout the audit process by adhering to strict confidentiality protocols.
- Assisted in maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements through diligent monitoring and reporting of audit findings.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Followed established auditing processes to meet internal and regulatory requirements.
- Supported litigation through examination of canceled checks, invoices, and bank records.
- Consulted decision-makers to gather information and, resolve audit-related problems.
Bookkeeper/Office Manager
Kennedy Chevrolet
08.1985 - 06.2008
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions to ensure accurate financial records.
- Reconciled bank statements monthly to maintain accurate cash flow reporting.
- Processed payroll for employees, ensuring timely and correct compensation.
- Maintained general ledger by recording financial transactions with precision.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- 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.
- Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
- Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- 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.
- Enhanced cash flow management through timely invoicing and collection of outstanding receivables.
- Reduced errors in financial statements with meticulous attention to detail during data entry.
- Improved financial accuracy by meticulously recording all transactions in accounting software.
- Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tabb High School
Yorktown, VA06-1977
Skills
- Internal auditing
- Financial reporting
- Regulatory compliance
- Risk assessment
- Payroll processing
- Tax compliance
- Confidentiality protocols
- Account management
- Audit preparation
- Policy enforcement
- Attention to detail
- Communication and presentation
- Report writing
- Bookkeeping
Timeline
Payroll/Internal Audit Specialist
CCLS, Inc.
11.2009 - 07.2022
Bookkeeper/Office Manager
Kennedy Chevrolet
08.1985 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Tabb High School