Jessica Dexter
Monroe,WA
Summary
Well-qualified HR Generalist with proven success in improving operations and solving problems. Highly proficient in building lasting relationships with key decision makers, customers and team members to further company goals. Ready to leverage training and experience to take on new professional challenges.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Bookkeeping Manager
Amsberry's Painting
09.2021 - Current
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by maintaining organized records and submitting accurate filings on time.
- Implemented accounting software upgrades to improve data security and accessibility while reducing manual tasks for the finance team.
- Improved cash flow management through timely invoicing, collections, and payment processing.
- Established strong working relationships with external auditors, facilitating smooth year-end audits without significant findings or adjustments needed.
- Managed payroll operations effectively, ensuring timely payments to employees while also minimizing errors in calculations or deductions.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by regularly reconciling company accounts and producing accurate financial reports.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Developed and implemented procedures to improve accounting efficiency.
- Managed benefits administration, ensuring accurate enrollment and timely processing of claims.
- Fielded employee inquiries related to insurance, vacation, sick leave and employee assistance.
- Developed and implemented onboarding and orientation programs for new employees.
- Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employee records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency.
- Updated HR database with new employee information, changes in benefits, and other details.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by conducting regular audits of personnel files and HR databases.
- Assisted employees with benefits enrollment, ensuring accuracy of information and timely processing of forms.
- Served as a knowledgeable resource for all staff members regarding company policies, procedures, benefits, and other HR-related matters.
- Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees, which included distribution of all paperwork.
Office Manager
Mi Fiori Landscape
06.2014 - Current
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Created, maintained and updated filing systems for paper and electronic documents.
- Provided comprehensive accounting support to company by managing functions like payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and business expense processing.
- Streamlined bookkeeping processes by implementing efficient accounting software and organizing financial records.
- Conducted internal audits to ensure compliance with federal regulations and industry best practices.
- Monitored bank account balances closely, transferring funds between accounts as needed to optimize cash management strategy outcomes.
- Managed payroll functions, ensuring timely payment processing and compliance with tax regulations.
- Complied with local, state, and federal laws and requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Inglemoor High School
Kenmore, WASkills
- Accounts Receivable
- Accounts Payable
- Tax Preparation
- Exceptional Organization
- Audit Preparation
- Confidential Document Control
- Financial Reporting
- Benefits Administration
- Onboarding and Orientation
- Payroll Administration
- Employment Law Compliance
- Organizational Development
- Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite
- Human Resources Management Systems
- Quickbooks
- Employee Navigator
Accomplishments
- Achieved streamlining by introducing QuickBooks for accounting tasks.
- Successfully implemented an electronic filing system using Google Docs.
- Collaborated with management in the implementation of employee benefits program.
- Resolved loosing revenue by introducing payment plans for customers.
Timeline
Bookkeeping Manager
Amsberry's Painting
09.2021 - Current
Office Manager
Mi Fiori Landscape
06.2014 - Current
High School Diploma -
Inglemoor High School