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Kelsey Covington

Sebastian,FL

Summary

Meticulous Bookkeeper with advanced accounting, mathematical and software experience. Successful at keeping accounts current and accurate for compliant financial recordkeeping. Well-organized, diligent and focused professional.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Bookkeeper

Oceana South II
Jensen Beach, FL
04.2017 - 12.2021
  • Recorded financial business transactions
  • Submitted payments for approval from clients
  • Had monthly meetings with clients
  • Regular production of statements and reports
  • Kept open lines of communication with clients
  • Ategorized and reconciled accounts
  • Erver
  • Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
  • Maintained and processed invoices, deposits and money logs.
  • Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
  • Entered financial information and payments to guarantee accurate and on-time payments for employees and vendors.
  • Organized and carried out proactive month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
  • Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
  • Supported operations by communicating with customers, filing documents and managing data.

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Bookkeeper

KC Bookkeeping
Sebastian, FL
06.2017 - 11.2021
  • Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
  • Organized and carried out proactive month-end, quarterly and year-end processes.
  • Calculated deductions and processed payroll for employees.
  • Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
  • Maintained and processed invoices, deposits and money logs.
  • Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
  • Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
  • Verified accurate recordkeeping processes, reducing financial inconsistencies.
  • Eliminated discrepancies in finances by expertly documenting expenses, monitoring income, handling bank deposits and managing statements.
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by filing taxes on time and promptly resolving issues.
  • Identified accounting errors by developing cross-referencing databases.

Server

Tijuana Flats
West Palm Beach, FL
08.2008 - 05.2017


  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills and handle complimentary items.
  • Upsold high-profit items such as appetizers and mixed drinks to enhance sales numbers.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Quickly and clearly communicated dining orders to kitchen staff, directing attention to special requests or dietary restrictions.

Sales and Marketing Representative

Victory Casino Cruises
Cape Canaveral, FL
05.2010 - 08.2012
  • Followed through with leads to close sales over phone, in office and during external consumer engagements.
  • Built local sales and marketing plan for each targeted district within defined territory.
  • Identified and developed key operations and influencer relationships within targeted districts.
  • Collaborated with leadership to identify marketing and communication needs for team and stakeholders.
  • Supported implementation of contests, events and other initiatives to build presence and reputation.

Salon Coordinator/Bookkeeper

The Hair Tiki
Sebastian, FL
01.2012 - 04.2011
  • Greeted patrons upon arrival at salon, offering prompt, courteous service.
  • Managed salon's master calendar to organize customer appointments, employee schedules and special events.
  • Upsold salon products and services to customers through effective communication and successful marketing methods.
  • Maintained client waiting area, ensuring that it was kept clean at all times.
  • Oversaw salon employee performance, facility cleanliness and sales.
  • Controlled inventory by tracking expenses, purchases and shelf stock.
  • Managed cash flow, business transactions, banking and accounting processes.
  • Oversaw and handled business finances, cash flow, overall business transactions, banking and accounting procedures.

Education

High School diploma -

Merritt Island High School
Merritt Island, FL
05.2008

General Studies

Eastern Florida State College
Cocoa, FL
05.2012

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Customer Relations
  • Financial Recordkeeping
  • Relationship Building
  • QuickBooks
  • Attention to Detail
  • Financial Closing Reports
  • Microsoft Office
  • Personal Bookkeeping
  • Payroll Preparation and Processing
  • Handling Confidential Materials
  • Critical Thinking
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Document Coding and Classification
  • Precision and Accuracy
  • Proactive and Self-Motivated

Timeline

Bookkeeper

KC Bookkeeping
06.2017 - 11.2021

Bookkeeper

Oceana South II
04.2017 - 12.2021

Salon Coordinator/Bookkeeper

The Hair Tiki
01.2012 - 04.2011

Sales and Marketing Representative

Victory Casino Cruises
05.2010 - 08.2012

Server

Tijuana Flats
08.2008 - 05.2017

High School diploma -

Merritt Island High School

General Studies

Eastern Florida State College
Kelsey Covington