Jennifer Strauss

• Responsible for all phases of the construction job cost accounting for Hy-Vee Construction including; balancing general ledger accounts, reviewing contracts for retainage and assigning project billing throughout the month. Weekly duties includes; verifying invoices and required sales/ use tax information, set up new jobs and cost code packages associated with projects, and manage distribution of vendor and subcontractor payments. Daily duties includes projecting cash flow and processing AP invoices for both Construction and A+ companies. Work extensively with Microsoft Office and Sage 300/ Timberscan ERP system.

Work accurately for the equipment division of fixed assets to process invoices, post payments and book assets. Manage several open equipment POs for store projects, remodels and openings. Maintain a tracking spreadsheet for these POs Initiated an organization system of physical files and flowcharts for vehicle registrations and titles aiding in team transparency. Collaborate and work professionally with team members to ensure successful and timely deadlines are met.

Began as a rotating team member working with OCR for invoice processing. Evolved into a position that helped several stores with payments and entering invoices for payment. Maintained a positive relationship with a large number of vendors and audited aging reports to keep accounts current. Collaborated with other members of the accounting team to ensure successful and timely deadlines are met. Experienced in OCR, Hyland and OnBase.

Organized and processed account receivable invoices. Developed organizational programs to ensure files and paperwork were kept for state level audits. Worked cohesively with the warehouse on inventory maintenance. Drafted comprehensive QRGs and training guides in the local accounting division. Coordinated those guides with other local accounting sites throughout the Midwest Region to ensure cohesiveness and longevity to the project. Extensive experience in SAP.

Worked as the beer, wine and spirits manager. Worked within the set parameters to fill the local and global wine and spirits set. Worked with vendors on pricing and high volume buys for our West Des Moines store. Managed inventory and set price points to ensure the department operated in a profitable manor.