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KIM KERR

Columbus,Indiana

Summary

Seasoned accounting professional with a proven track record at Danzer Veneer Americas, Inc., showcasing expertise in analytical problem solving and Microsoft Office. Excelled in enhancing financial reporting timeliness and accuracy, demonstrating a strong work ethic and effective team collaboration. Skilled in invoice processing and accounting software, contributing significantly to operational efficiency.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

A/R SPECIALIST

GRAMMER LOGISTICS INC
11.2023 - Current
  • Process Credit and Rebills for Billing Department
  • Upload Invoices to Portals for Payment
  • Problem Solve Invoicing Issues Daily
  • Process Summary Billing Weekly
  • Contact Customer for Collections on Past Due Balances
  • Processed Cash Receipts

ACCOUNTANT

DANZER VENEER AMERICAS, INC.
01.2022 - 11.2023
  • Prepares and submits IRS 1099 Forms
  • Posts Journal Entries
  • Creates Month End Reports
  • Assists with Budget Preparation
  • Posts Manual Payment Entries
  • Reconcile Bank Accounts
  • Create Vendors in SAP system
  • Back Up Responsibilities for Accounts Payable, Inventory Accountant and Payroll Specialist

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE ANALYST

COMMERCIAL CREDIT GROUP
07.2020 - 09.2021
  • Prepares, posts, verifies and records customer payments
  • Apply cash daily as directed from Collectors
  • Make Cash Corrections
  • Book Deals and Verify for Accuracy
  • Closeout Contracts
  • Update customer files including address and ACH information
  • Generate and Send Invoices Daily
  • Waive Fees
  • Post Miscellaneous Fees to customer accounts
  • Create daily cash reports and files digitally for future reference
  • Create ACH files for international customers
  • Respond to internal customers via email and phone quickly and accurately
  • Work closely with all departments throughout the month for accurate and timely closing of accounts receivable
  • Prepare audit reports, as needed

TUTOR

MOORESVILLE GRADED SCHOOLS
10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Worked with others to identify and solve problems.
  • Encouraged students to ask questions and participate in discussions.
  • Collaborated with teachers to align tutoring strategies with classroom objectives.
  • Integrated technology into lessons when appropriate.
  • Created a positive learning environment that was conducive to student success.

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

MOORESVILLE GRADED SCHOOLS
10.2017 - 03.2020
  • Demonstrated flexibility and resourcefulness.
  • Operated computers or audio-visual aids to supplement class presentations.
  • Left notes for head teacher about notable students, events and problems.
  • Implemented classroom rules to maintain order and discipline.
  • Organized classroom activities, games and tasks to enhance interactive learning experience.

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

STARR COMMONWEALTH
08.2005 - 01.2008
  • Processed multiple bank account reconciliations.
  • Contributed to the organization and execution of annual audit preparations.
  • Helped with preparation of adjusting entries as required.
  • Conducted monthly and year-end close processes, enhancing financial reporting timeliness.

BOOKKEEPER

TENDERCARE INC
03.2004 - 08.2005
  • Processed and reconciled accounts receivable in a timely manner.
  • Conduct contract reviews for incoming residents.
  • Processed billing for insurance, Medicare, and Medicaid.
  • Offered assistance to residents when necessary.
  • Handled sensitive financial information with confidentiality and integrity.

ACCOUNTANT

CITY OF ALBION (MICHIGAN)
01.2003 - 03.2004
  • Facilitated bank account reconciliations.
  • Handled financial transactions including receivables and payables.
  • Oversaw management of Fixed Asset Software.
  • Provided assistance to customers in resolving inquiries and issues.
  • Coordinated with external auditors during the annual audit process by providing requested documents and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.

ASSISTANT BUDGET COORDINATOR/ACCOUNTING DEPT TEMP

LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
03.1998 - 01.2003
  • Assist with Accounts Payable and Payroll Verification
  • Perform bi-weekly reconciliation of credit card reports for various divisions.
  • Ensured accuracy and timeliness in processing journal entries.
  • Reviewed and approved purchase requisitions for accuracy and compliance with budgetary guidelines.
  • Created reports detailing expenditure patterns over time and forecasting future needs based on historical data for 60 departments

Education

BACHELORS OF ARTS - Education, Mathematics, Social Sciences

MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY
EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN
01.1994

ASSOCIATES IN ACCOUNTING -

LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
LANSING, MICHIGAN

Skills

  • Analytical Problem Solving
  • Microsoft Office Proficiency
  • Effective Team Collaboration
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Invoice processing
  • Accounting software proficiency
  • Data entry proficiency
  • Cash posting

Volunteer Experience

  • Delta Theta Tau Lambda Eta Chapter
  • Girl Scouts Carolina Peaks To Piedmont (Service Unit Leadership Team, Service Unit Fall Product Coordinator and Troop Leader)
  • Mooresville Youth Athletics (Assistant Cheer Coach)
  • Rocky River PITCREW (Former President)
  • Junior League of Battle Creek
  • AYSO Soccer of Marshall
  • Parent Council of Walters Elementary
  • Mooresville Community Children's Theatre
  • Little Helpers of Mooresville
  • Mothers of Pre-Schoolers (MOPs)

Affiliations

  • Member of Philanthropic Sorority Delta Theta Tau, Lambda Eta Chapter; Franklin, IN
  • Lifetime Member of Girls Scouts of America; Former Leader and Service Unit Leader in Peaks to Piedmont Council, NC
  • Parent Involvement Team Leader for Rocky River Elementary School; Mooresville, NC
  • Assistant Cheer Coach; Mooresville, NC
  • APSO Board Member; Marshall, MI

Timeline

A/R SPECIALIST

GRAMMER LOGISTICS INC
11.2023 - Current

ACCOUNTANT

DANZER VENEER AMERICAS, INC.
01.2022 - 11.2023

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE ANALYST

COMMERCIAL CREDIT GROUP
07.2020 - 09.2021

TUTOR

MOORESVILLE GRADED SCHOOLS
10.2019 - 03.2020

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

MOORESVILLE GRADED SCHOOLS
10.2017 - 03.2020

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

STARR COMMONWEALTH
08.2005 - 01.2008

BOOKKEEPER

TENDERCARE INC
03.2004 - 08.2005

ACCOUNTANT

CITY OF ALBION (MICHIGAN)
01.2003 - 03.2004

ASSISTANT BUDGET COORDINATOR/ACCOUNTING DEPT TEMP

LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
03.1998 - 01.2003

BACHELORS OF ARTS - Education, Mathematics, Social Sciences

MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY

ASSOCIATES IN ACCOUNTING -

LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE

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