Jill Schmidt
Janesville,WI
Summary
Dedicated financial professional with extensive experience in directing financial analysis and budgeting processes. Expertise in system improvements and cost accounting has consistently led to enhanced cash flow and reduced receivables. Committed to driving profitability through detailed financial insights.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Manager
Paul Davis Restoration of South Central WI
Cottage Grove, WI
10.2015 - Current
- Directed financial reporting and analysis initiatives to enhance strategic decision-making.
- Directed budgeting and forecasting processes to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
- Developed and executed efficient billing processes aimed at improving cash flow and reducing outstanding receivables.
- Partnered with purchasing department to reconcile vendor invoices and ensure timely payments.
- Enhanced account profitability by pinpointing cost reduction opportunities while maintaining quality and service standards.
- Facilitated collaboration with sales teams to uncover new revenue-generating opportunities.
- Optimized invoicing procedures, significantly reducing processing time through implementation of new systems.
- Guided junior staff in professional development initiatives to enhance team performance.
Accountant
Horizon Construction & Remodeling
Madison, WI
04.2008 - 09.2015
Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable for large-scale construction projects.
Worked directly with Project Managers to do monthly financial draws for several very large construction projects.
Did monthly Financials for 3 Senior Housing Communities
Education
High School Diploma - Medical Clerk Typist
Blackhawk Technical College
Beloit, WI06-1985
Skills
- Cash flow management
- Accounts receivable management
- Month-end reporting
- Payroll processing
- AP and AR management
- Invoicing
- Monthly Journal entries
- Payroll management
- Inventory auditing
- Account reconciliation
- Budget management
- Financial reports
- Expense tracking
- Accounting software proficiency
- Bank reconciliation
- Payment processing
- Audit support
- Payment collection
- Budget review
- Cost accounting
- Project accounting
- System improvements
- Intercompany transactions
- Revenue forecasting
- Fixed asset management
- Sales invoicing
- GL entry verification
- Financial statement preparation
- Year-end closing
- Excel
- Balance sheet and Income Statements
Timeline
Accounts Manager
Paul Davis Restoration of South Central WI
10.2015 - Current
Accountant
Horizon Construction & Remodeling
04.2008 - 09.2015
High School Diploma - Medical Clerk Typist
Blackhawk Technical College