Spending days with my daughters while the sunshines
Katya Mattson
Appleton
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable accounting professional with over 10 years of progressive experience in finance, office operations, and team supervision. Proven track record managing full-cycle accounting, including AR/AP, general ledger, inventory, and financial reporting. Skilled in streamlining processes, leading month-end and year-end closings, and supporting cross-functional financial objectives. Recognized for learning quickly, taking initiative beyond assigned duties, and delivering timely, accurate results. Strong background in customer interactions and service solutions. Known for reliability and proactive approach to meeting customer and organizational goals. Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting to complement a strong foundation in financial operations and leadership.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Office & Accounting Manager
Sonoco
09.2024 - 08.2025
- Oversee daily office and accounting operations, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger activities.
- Lead monthly financial close process and submit reports to corporate, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
- Maintain and reconcile inventory, property, and equipment tracking systems in compliance with internal controls.
- Support audit preparation, manage vendor communications, and ensure compliance with purchasing and receiving systems.
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Developed and implemented various procedures to improve accounting process.
- Recognized with a Sonoco Achievement Award within first 6 months for exceeding role expectations and adapting quickly to new responsibilities.
Assistant Manager
Game Day Sports Bar
05.2022 - 01.2025
- Managed daily business operations and supervised staff scheduling and customer service issues.
- Supported hiring, training, and operational improvements, contributing to increased team performance.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Accounting Assistant
Security Luebke Roofing
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Assisted with month-end and year-end closing procedures, including preparing journal entries and reconciling accounts.
- Processed vendor invoices, managed AP/AR, and ensured timely financial reporting to supervisors.
- Maintained organized records and supported audits by preparing reports and reconciling bank statements.
- Collaborated with team to enhance accounting workflows and reporting accuracy.
- Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
- Reduced errors in account reconciliation through meticulous attention to detail and thorough review of transactions.
Accounting Manager
U.P. Manufacturing, LLC
01.2017 - 05.2022
- Managed administrative and financial operations, including procurement and invoice tracking.
- Entered and reviewed financial transactions, monitored budgets, and maintained accurate records.
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
- Created and maintained financial databases for data entry, tracking and reporting.
- Analyzed and reported on financial data to support business decisions.
Legal Assistant
Eliason Law Office
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Provided legal and administrative support, organized case files, and created trial presentation materials.
- Acted as firm liaison in court hearings and assisted attorneys with daily documentation and communication tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Rasmussen University
10-2026
Associate of Business Administration - undefined
Gogebic Community College
Ironwood, MI05.2019
Skills
- Full-Cycle Accounting (AP/AR, GL, Journal Entries)
- Financial Reporting & Month-End Close
- Inventory & Fixed Asset Management
- Budgeting Assistance & Forecasting
- Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Analysis)
- ERP Systems (Oracle NetSuite, QuickBooks, etc)
- Team Supervision & Process Improvement
- GAAP Knowledge & Internal Controls
- Excellent Problem-Solving & Communication
Certification
- Sonoco Achievement Award – Recognized for exceeding expectations and adaptability, 2025
- QuickBooks & Excel Proficiency Training – Ongoing
Interests
Timeline
Office & Accounting Manager
Sonoco
09.2024 - 08.2025
Accounting Assistant
Security Luebke Roofing
01.2023 - 09.2024
Assistant Manager
Game Day Sports Bar
05.2022 - 01.2025
Legal Assistant
Eliason Law Office
01.2018 - 12.2020
Accounting Manager
U.P. Manufacturing, LLC
01.2017 - 05.2022
Associate of Business Administration - undefined
Gogebic Community College
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Rasmussen University
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