Dynamic and results-oriented Bookkeeper with extensive experience at First Followers Reentry Program, proficient in QuickBooks and MS Office. Demonstrated expertise in financial reporting and payroll administration, complemented by strong relationship-building skills. Achieved streamlined financial processes, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency. Excelled in team collaboration and effective communication, problem solving, ensuring meticulous financial management and client satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Bookkeeper
First Followers Reentry Program
06.2016 - Current
Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
Provided support during audits by supplying requested documentation promptly and accurately.
Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks.
Utilizing Microsoft Software (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, & Teams)
Scheduling meetings
Pickup/drop-off food for meetings
Office supply shopping and upkeep
Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Assisted managers in decision-making processes based on thorough research and analysis of available data.
Answered incoming phone calls to process requests, transfer calls, or relay messages to appropriate personnel.
Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
Safeguarded sensitive information through proper documentation handling, data entry, and record maintenance procedures.
Strengthened client relationships through consistent follow-up communication and efficient problem resolution.
Trained and supervised employees on office policies and procedures.
Performed wide-ranging administrative, financial and service-related functions.
Facilitated onboarding process for new hires, accelerating their integration into team.
Ensured smooth day-to-day operations by managing email correspondence and promptly addressing inquiries.
Education
No Degree - Professional & Public Communications
Parkland College
Champaign, IL
05-2025
Skills
Bookkeeping
Quickbooks
Spreadsheet tracking
Payroll Administration
MS Office
Data Entry
Time Management
Relationship Building
Computer Skills
Verbal and written communication
Schedule and calendar management
File Management
Timeline
Bookkeeper
First Followers Reentry Program
06.2016 - Current
No Degree - Professional & Public Communications
Parkland College
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