Kathryn Brewer
Brookings,Oregon
Summary
Detail-oriented bookkeeper with over 10 years of experience across agriculture, construction, education, and financial sectors. Skilled in managing financial records, reconciling accounts, and ensuring accurate, timely reporting. Proven ability to streamline accounting processes, maintain regulatory compliance, and support budgeting and forecasting. Certified in financial accuracy and food safety standards. Proficient in accounting software and committed to enhancing efficiency and supporting organizational goals through strong financial and administrative support.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bookkeeper
***** ********* ******** ***
03.2025 - Current
- As a Bookkeeper for ******************** in Spokane, Washington, I provide full-charge bookkeeping services for multiple clients, including a large HOA management company, where I oversee more than 30 homeowner associations. I manage all aspects of financial operations such as accounts payable and receivable, bank and credit card reconciliations, vendor payments, and owner distributions. I utilize AppFolio property management software to track payments, operating expenses, and vendor billing, and I prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in accordance with accounting standards and company policies. In addition to supporting the main HOA client, I am cross-trained to assist with other client accounts as needed. Working remotely, I maintain strong communication with homeowners, tenants, vendors, and team members, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting while adapting to a variety of client needs in a detail-oriented and organized manner.
Executive Assistant/Bookkeeper
Chinook Construction
09.2020 - 12.2023
- In this role, I was responsible for maintaining and analyzing financial records for multiple construction projects, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP. My duties included tracking all financial transactions such as purchases, sales, receipts, and payments, and processing invoices for timely payments to subcontractors and suppliers. I communicated daily with customers regarding job status and prorated payment schedules. I managed budgets, forecasts, and financial reports for departments while monitoring costs and revenues related to labor, materials, and overhead. Additionally, I supported audits and financial reviews as needed and provided financial insights to the owner to assist in decision-making. The position allowed for remote work, leveraging secure connections to access company databases and applications. I also ensured compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards.
Teacher
Brookings Harbor Christian School
09.2016 - 07.2020
- I volunteered for two years before accepting a full-time teaching position in 2018. My responsibilities included teaching a variety of subjects, including math, reading, phonics, social studies, science, Bible, history, language, handwriting, and spelling, following the course outline for each grade level. I was involved in curriculum planning, adopting supplementary textbooks, and collaborating with administrators on grade planning. I also managed report cards, identified student learning and development issues, and maintained communication with parents. In the classroom, I maintained a fair, loving, and respectful discipline plan that supported a Christian environment conducive to learning.
Office Manager / Full Charge Bookkeeper
PW Inc.
01.2015 - 12.2018
- In this position, I was responsible for full-cycle bookkeeping, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger maintenance, payroll processing for up to 100 seasonal employees, billing, bank reconciliations, and quarterly and annual tax filings. I prepared and submitted year-end financial reports to the company accountant and developed a tracking system to monitor class expenses and profit/loss more effectively. I also managed office operations, supervised staff scheduling, and implemented remote management practices to improve efficiency. Additionally, I handled daily mail, maintained organized financial and HR records, and ensured compliance with regulatory reporting, including monthly Pesticide Use Reports submitted to the California Department of Pesticide Regulation.
Administrative Assistant/Front Desk
South Coast Lumber
06.2012 - 10.2013
- In this position, I processed accounts receivable for four corporations, handling land rental payments, reimbursements, and vendor payments. I prepared daily bank deposits and entered all receivable data into Microsoft Dynamics. I also tracked truck loads based on driver paperwork for production needs and entered department costs for the Road Department based on location and equipment used. I maintained logs for trucking, receivables, and by-product sales, and managed special projects as requested by the CFO, COO, and Company Accountant. Additionally, I received production numbers from the lamination process, entered them into an analytical program, and communicated any discrepancies to management. I also managed a computerized phone system for two companies, overseeing over 20 incoming lines and 45 extensions. I reconciled accounts receivable bank statements with the management program and reported inconsistencies to the Company Accountant. My responsibilities extended to coordinating personal projects for executives, making hotel reservations and company jet plans, along with general office duties such as faxing, emailing, and copying.
Office Manager/Legal Secretary
Foley, Scanlon & Georgoff
01.2012 - 06.2012
- In this role, I prepared and filed legal documents for civil, criminal, domestic, and probate cases, including deeds, motions, orders, powers of attorney, healthcare powers of attorney, wills, trust modifications, and more. I also drafted, proofread, and typed correspondence for courts, clients, lawyers, and other contacts. I worked on special accounting projects, using advanced Excel skills to analyze, adapt, and trend data to generate actionable insights. I created personal and business costing categories tailored to client needs and applied them to records for tax purposes. Additionally, I managed various office functions, including personnel, accounts payable and receivable, office inventory and machinery, scheduling, and overseeing a three-line phone system. I also prepared and monitored trust and estate accounts, ensuring accurate posting and balancing.
Product Safety Coordinator & Shipping Receiving Clerk
SunWest Milling Inc
08.2008 - 01.2012
- Product Safety Coordinator: I was responsible for overseeing food safety and quality compliance across three facilities, ensuring adherence to Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) and other food safety programs. This included conducting risk-based audits, facilitating training, and ensuring compliance with regulations such as GMP, allergen control, and lot traceability. I conducted formal risk assessments and inspections, prioritized risks, and monitored cleaning schedules and chemical safety. I also provided detailed audit reports, ensured facilities remained sanitary, and coordinated with government agencies during inspections. I managed corrective actions for audit deficiencies, investigated consumer complaints, and supported initiatives to reduce complaints. Additionally, I maintained compliance with customer requirements, including GFSI Certified Audits (BRC) and AIB Inspections. My role also involved ensuring adherence to Cal-OSHA and company safety policies. I am HACCP ManagerCertified (2011) and have completed training in Harassment, Discrimination, and Sexual Harassment.
Education
Agriculture Business Management - International Affairs and Animal Science
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
Corvallis, Oregon06.2002
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Google Suite
- Oracle, NetSuite
- Web and tech savvy
- Typing speed of 86 WPM/10 key 96 SPM
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Excellent administrative support skills
- Appfolio, FreshDesk, Monday and Ooma
- Quickbooks desktop and online versions
- Bookkeeping
- Accounts receivable
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Quickbooks
- Invoice processing
- Bank statement reconciliation
- Bookkeeping software
- Spreadsheet tracking
- General ledger management
Certification
- HACCP MANAGER
- US GAAP Certification
Timeline
Bookkeeper
***** ********* ******** ***
03.2025 - Current
Executive Assistant/Bookkeeper
Chinook Construction
09.2020 - 12.2023
Teacher
Brookings Harbor Christian School
09.2016 - 07.2020
Office Manager / Full Charge Bookkeeper
PW Inc.
01.2015 - 12.2018
Administrative Assistant/Front Desk
South Coast Lumber
06.2012 - 10.2013
Office Manager/Legal Secretary
Foley, Scanlon & Georgoff
01.2012 - 06.2012
Product Safety Coordinator & Shipping Receiving Clerk
SunWest Milling Inc
08.2008 - 01.2012
Agriculture Business Management - International Affairs and Animal Science
OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY
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