Jennifer Falconer
Lake Wales
Summary
Accounting professional with strong background in accounting and financial management. Known for accuracy in financial reporting and ability to streamline accounting processes. Collaborative team player focused on delivering results and adapting to changing needs. Skilled in financial analysis, regulatory compliance, and budget management. Has extensive knowledge in accounts payable and payroll processing.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
Advanced Auto Parts
08.2014 - 01.2019
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Provided timely and accurate financial reporting to senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on reliable data.
- Updated general ledger with latest entries.
- Successfully managed multiple high-stakes projects concurrently, consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and quality control.
Controller
Pacific Galvanizing
07.2012 - 06.2014
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for [Number] employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by managing the timely preparation and filing of all required returns.
- Provided insightful financial analysis to support executive team in making informed business decisions.
- Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
- Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
Controller
Premier Transfer And Storage
07.2007 - 05.2012
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for [Number] employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by managing the timely preparation and filing of all required returns.
- Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
- Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
Controller
Lakeview Management, Inc.
12.1999 - 06.2007
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by managing the timely preparation and filing of all required returns.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving collaboration between departments.
- Provided insightful financial analysis to support executive team in making informed business decisions.
- Streamlined annual audit process, working closely with external auditors to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
- Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
- Managed budgeting process, aligning departmental budgets with organizational goals and monitoring performance against targets.
- Led cross-functional teams in the implementation of new accounting software, improving overall efficiency within the finance department.
- Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.
- Prepared detailed variance analyses on a monthly basis, enabling more effective tracking of actuals versus forecasted figures.
- Established robust internal control framework, minimizing the risk of fraud and ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Oversaw management of payroll, ensuring accurate and timely processing for all employees.
Medical Laboratory Technologist
United States Air Force, USAF
12.1990 - 06.1999
- Facilitated smooth laboratory operations through proactive troubleshooting and maintenance of sophisticated equipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing proper use of personal protective equipment and adherence to safety guidelines.
- Maintained confidentiality of all patient information to conform to HIPAA, internal, and other regulatory standards.
- Utilized expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and hematology to help with diagnosis of medical issues.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards, participating in regular audits and maintaining up-to-date documentation.
- Increased diagnostic accuracy through meticulous attention to detail during testing procedures and data analysis.
- Kept laboratory in compliance with applicable guidelines and laws.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Financial Management
Granite State College
Conway, NH12-2001
Skills
- General ledger accounting
- Financial reporting
- Audit support
- Bank reconciliation
- Financial statement review
- Generally accepted accounting principles
- Intercompany transactions
- Variance analysis
- Audit preparation
- Payroll oversight
- Fixed asset accounting
- Internal controls
- Cash flow management
- Payroll processing
- General ledger management
- Revenue recognition
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Advanced Auto Parts
08.2014 - 01.2019
Controller
Pacific Galvanizing
07.2012 - 06.2014
Controller
Premier Transfer And Storage
07.2007 - 05.2012
Controller
Lakeview Management, Inc.
12.1999 - 06.2007
Medical Laboratory Technologist
United States Air Force, USAF
12.1990 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Science - Financial Management
Granite State College
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