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Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Keith Patrick Cheesman

Fort Mitchell,KY

Summary

Results-driven accounting and finance expert with a solid background in public and industry accounting. Demonstrated success in customer service roles within various sectors, including retail and financial services. Eager to contribute analytical and interpersonal skills to Human Resources functions for improved employee engagement and operational efficiency.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Accountant

speciality interiors of ohio
Fort Mitchell, KY
12.2023 - 03.2025
  • Compiled and prepared journal entries to ensure accurate general ledger records.
  • Reviewed and analyzed financial statements for accuracy and compliance with standards.
  • Reconciled bank statements and resolved discrepancies promptly.
  • Filed and remitted taxes for company and clients.
  • Reconciled intercompany accounts on a monthly basis.
  • Managed accounts receivable activities such as invoicing customers, applying payments received, monitoring customer balances.
  • Prepared monthly account reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts.
  • Assisted in the preparation of tax returns and ensured compliance with tax regulations.

Staff Accountant

Mellott & Mellott
Cincinnati, OH
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Ensured compliance with generally accepted accounting principles while preparing financial statements.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements.
  • Filed and remitted taxes for company and clients.
  • Assisted in the preparation of tax returns and ensured compliance with tax regulations.
  • Complied with Sarbanes-Oxley Act and GAAP principles to maintain complete transparency.
  • Maximized tax refunds by striving to obtain taxable income, deductible expenses and allowance details.

Staff Accountant

clark schaefer hackett
Cincinnati, OH
01.2020 - 05.2021

Customer Service Representative

Widmer's Cleaners
Crescent Springs, KY
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Provided excellent customer service to resolve customer complaints in a timely manner.
  • Provided accurate information about products and services to customers.
  • Answered inbound calls, chats and emails to facilitate customer service.
  • De-escalated problematic customer concerns, maintaining calm, friendly demeanor.
  • Developed strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business.
  • Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.

Financial Associate

Fidelity Investments
Covington, KY
08.2016 - 09.2017
  • Helped customers with concerns about financial products or services.
  • Assisted with completion of documentation such as FAFSA paperwork, answered questions, and delivered key information.
  • Received and posted payments to loan accounts.
  • Handled account operations for customers by setting up accounts, assisting with operations and updating information.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Staff Accountant

Bramel & Ackley
Fort Wright, KY
08.2016 - 01.2017

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business

Thomas More University
Crestview Hills, KY
05-2019

Bachelor of Arts - Digital Communications And Multimedia

Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH
05-2015

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Financial reporting
  • Tax preparation
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Customer service

Accomplishments

  • Cum Laude graduate
  • Member of the National Honor Society: Delta Epsilon Sigma
  • Saints Award Recipient
  • Dean's Academic Scholarship Recipient

Certification

  • Notary Public - Commonwealth of Kentucky

Timeline

Staff Accountant

speciality interiors of ohio
12.2023 - 03.2025

Staff Accountant

Mellott & Mellott
10.2021 - 05.2022

Staff Accountant

clark schaefer hackett
01.2020 - 05.2021

Customer Service Representative

Widmer's Cleaners
08.2017 - 06.2018

Financial Associate

Fidelity Investments
08.2016 - 09.2017

Staff Accountant

Bramel & Ackley
08.2016 - 01.2017

Bachelor of Arts - Business

Thomas More University

Bachelor of Arts - Digital Communications And Multimedia

Xavier University