Keith Patrick Cheesman
Fort Mitchell,USA
Summary
Results-driven business professional with expertise in public and industry accounting and a proven track record in customer service across diverse sectors, including retail and financial services. Known for exceptional problem-solving, critical thinking, and organizational skills that drive efficiency and enhance decision-making processes. Committed to leveraging analytical abilities to contribute to organizational growth and profitability in an analyst role. Passionate about delivering impactful solutions that align with business objectives and foster sustainable success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Specialty Interiors of Ohio
Fort Mitchell, KY
01.2023 - 03.2025
- Managed accounts receivable activities - invoicing customers, applying payments received, monitoring customer balances and account collection.
- Prepared, filed and remitted local, state and federal taxes.
- Reconciled monthly bank statements, resolving 100% of discrepancies within 48 hours.
- Meticulous reviewing and analyzing financial statements for accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Prepared monthly account reconciliations for credit cards and other balance sheet accounts.
- Reconciled intercompany accounts on a monthly basis.
- Compiled and prepared journal entries to ensure accurate general ledger records.
- Custom commercial, industrial, institutional and retail $40M construction company serving Tri-state area.
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Mellott & Mellott
Cincinnati, OH
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Maximized tax refunds by striving to obtain taxable income, deductible expenses and allowance details.
- Assisted in the preparation of tax returns and ensured compliance with tax regulations.
- Ensured compliance with generally accepted accounting principles while preparing financial statements.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, & local government reporting requirements.
- Complied with Sarbanes-Oxley Act and GAAP principles to maintain complete transparency, ethics and compliance.
- Third generation independent Certified Public Accounting Firm, specializing in auditing, tax services, retirement planning, wealth transfer, & litigation support.
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Clark Schaefer Hackett
Cincinnati, OH
01.2020 - 08.2021
- One of a small group (five in total) preparing cost segregation studies/reports for clients to assist in reducing taxes and improving cash flow.
- Prepared Federal, State, Local income, related tax returns for individuals, corporations (C-Corps, S-Corps) and partnerships.
- Cincinnati, Ohio based regional public accounting firm specializing in tax services, consulting, and strategic human resources.
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Widmer's Cleaners
Crescent Springs, KY
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely and satisfactory manner.
- Answered inbound calls to expedite customer service and sell new business.
- Developed strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Cincinnati, Ohio based, multi-location dry cleaners.
FINANCIAL ASSOCIATE
Fidelity investments
Covington, KY
04.2016 - 01.2017
- Managed customer inquiries on 401-K plan distributions, loans and hardship withdrawals.
- Received and posted payments to participant loan accounts.
- Facilitated customer accounts setups, interfaced with account operations, and updated customer information.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business ADMINISTRATION, ACCOUNTING
Thomas More University
Crestview Hills, KY05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Communications And Multimedia
Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH05.2015
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Integrity
- Professional ethics
- Personal ethics
- Life-long learner
- Professional development
Certification
Notary Public, Commonwealth of Kentucky, 2028-05-01
Languages
English
Spanish
Personal Information
Title: INSIGHTFUL ANALYST | COMPELLING COMMUNICATOR | FORENSIC PROBLEM SOLVER
Awards
- Saints Scholarship Award Recipient
- Dean's Academic Scholarship Recipient
- Business National Honor Society: Delta Epsilon Sigma
- Cum Laude Graduate, Thomas More University
Timeline
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Specialty Interiors of Ohio
01.2023 - 03.2025
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Mellott & Mellott
10.2021 - 05.2022
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Clark Schaefer Hackett
01.2020 - 08.2021
CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE
Widmer's Cleaners
08.2017 - 06.2018
FINANCIAL ASSOCIATE
Fidelity investments
04.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Communications And Multimedia
Xavier University
Bachelor of Arts - Business ADMINISTRATION, ACCOUNTING
Thomas More University