Jennifer Gardner
Zebulon,NC
Summary
Accomplished in streamlining system processes and enhancing regulatory compliance, my tenures at Daughters & Ryan, Inc. and Grifols Therapeutics showcased my ability to lead plant operations and drive project coordination. Expert in SAP and adept at fostering team collaboration, I significantly improved operational efficiencies and compliance standards, demonstrating both hard and soft skills essential for success.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Accountant
Mid-Atlantic Crane & Equipment Co., Inc.
Raleigh, NC
11.2022 - Current
- Reviewed and verified invoices for accuracy prior to payment.
- Posted journal entries related to accounting transactions.
- Researched supplier inquiries regarding invoice payments or discrepancies.
- Developed relationships with vendors by providing prompt payment services.
- Conducted regular reviews of aged payables balances for accuracy and completeness.
- Collaborated with the Purchasing, Receiving, and Treasury departments as needed.
- Problem-solved accounts payable questions on behalf of internal team members, management and vendors to determine AP payment priorities.
- Worked closely with department personnel to produce accurate and timely bills.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date reconciliations of all bank accounts.
- Assisted with month end closing activities related to bank reconciliation process.
- Prepared journal entries, invoices, and other documents related to the accounting process.
Office Manager
Trisha's Café LLC
01.2021 - Current
- Enhanced comprehension of company's relationship with parent entity.
- Manage financial operations across three businesses.
- Handle e-commerce operations and back-office functions.
- Managed upkeep and repair tasks for buildings and rental properties.
- Drafted documents such as memorandums, contracts, letters, notices., concerning regulatory compliance matters.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions associated with regulatory compliance activities.
- Interacted with government agencies as necessary to resolve any questions or issues related to regulation enforcement.
- Customer Service
Controller/Plant Manager
Daughters & Ryan, Inc.
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Directed all accounting tasks for D & R Tobacco's network.
- Reported directly to the owner overseeing full operations in Kenly, NC.
- Analyzed financial data and generated accurate financial statements on a monthly basis.
- Coordinated month-end closing process in order to meet tight deadlines.
- Monitored accounts receivable and payable activity to ensure proper reconciliation of accounts.
- Administered payroll for employees and oversaw corporate payroll reconciliation and tax activities.
- Managed AP and AR operations, coordinating staff workflows and reviewing completed work to reduce errors.
- Oversaw daily activities of staff members including hiring, training and evaluating personnel performance.
- Managed relationships with vendors and negotiated contracts for purchasing merchandise.
- Logistics management for outgoing and incoming shipments.
Accounting/Compliance Specialist
Daughters & Ryan, Inc.
01.2015 - 12.2017
- Accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll
- Assisted production management.
- Customer service
- Submitted prepared tax reports to state Attorney Generals.
- Drafted regulatory submissions for FDA compliance.
- Manage HR functions for onboarding, current staff, and offboarding.
- Provided necessary IT support.
Administrative Associate
Grifols Therapeutics
01.1999 - 04.2012
- Company Overview: Formerly Talecris Biotherapeutics
- Administration duties including scheduling meetings, managing calendars, ordering office supplies, GMP training, coordinating site wide events, manage departmental budget, preparation of presentation materials, room reservations and meeting prep
- Refine and enhance existing training materials as needed.
- Handled end-to-end SAP processes from requisitions to invoicing.
- Secured essential materials using B2B procurement methods.
- Track and report site Gross Margin projects to Executive Management team, prepare monthly site budget reports, create detailed MS Excel spreadsheets, prepare PowerPoint presentations, SAP functional knowledge including budgeting, spending, Accounts Payable, Cost Accounting, track and report site rejects (reserves)
- Reported rejected products to the Finance department and participated in incident investigations.
- Track data on expenditures, rejections, incident investigations, and training.
- Collaborated in developing and revising SOPs for department.
- Designed departmental training programs for employees during manufacturing shutdowns.
- Maintain and manage company's internal web pages.
- Facilitated operations by assisting three managers efficiently.
- Responsible for tracking and maintaining validation documents, assist with Regulatory requests for validation information as well as Regulatory inspections
- Deploy tracking system for equipment re-validation in manufacturing areas.
- Developed tracking procedure for Cleaning Monitoring program specific to site equipment.
- Validated MS Access database implementation, adding search functionality and library checkout system.
- Oversaw activities of document clerks.
- Developed departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
- Oversaw compliance in employee training.
- Produced monthly metrics for Executive Management reporting.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Johnston High School
01.1988
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting, Computer Programming, Chemistry
Johnston Community College
Skills
- Streamlined System Processes
- Regulatory Compliance
- Plant Management/Operations
- Data analysis and research
- SAP, B2B, MS Office
- Accounts payable management
- Project Coordination
- Document Control
- Team Collaboration
- SOP Development
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Customer Service
- KPI's for Management Team
- Event Coordination
Certification
- AMA Certification in Administrative Excellence (Leadership, Project Management, and Management Skills)
- Finance for the Non-Financial Manager
- CGMP training for Biological manufacturing
Volunteer Experience
Assist in the coordination and volunteer at Thee Redeemed House's Shephard's Inn weekly free meal.
Timeline
Staff Accountant
Mid-Atlantic Crane & Equipment Co., Inc.
11.2022 - Current
Office Manager
Trisha's Café LLC
01.2021 - Current
Controller/Plant Manager
Daughters & Ryan, Inc.
01.2018 - 12.2020
Accounting/Compliance Specialist
Daughters & Ryan, Inc.
01.2015 - 12.2017
Administrative Associate
Grifols Therapeutics
01.1999 - 04.2012
- AMA Certification in Administrative Excellence (Leadership, Project Management, and Management Skills)
- Finance for the Non-Financial Manager
- CGMP training for Biological manufacturing
High School Diploma -
North Johnston High School
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting, Computer Programming, Chemistry
Johnston Community College
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