Kimberly McDaniel
Paducah,KY
Work Preference
Summary
Bookkeeper with strong technical proficiency and commitment to accuracy in financial data entry and financial record keeping. Experienced working in both accounting-focused and general office settings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Venue Director
The Grand Lodge on Fifth
Paducah, KY
05.2024 - 05.2026
- Managed financial operations, including accounting duties, accounts receivable, cash flow, and daily deposits.
- Conducted daily reconciliations of financial transactions to ensure accuracy and maintain organized records.
- Oversaw payroll tax submissions, documentation, remittance, and year-end preparation for the CPA.
- Prepared and issued 1099s and W-2s in compliance with tax regulations.
- Coordinated client deposits, payment plans, invoices, and expense tracking.
- Maintained accurate records of bookings, payments received, and services provided.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to build client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Assisted prospective clients by answering calls, scheduling tours, and presenting venue services.
- Coordinated with clients and vendors to ensure events ran smoothly and efficiently.
- Sold and managed in-house services including décor, bar, and catering packages.
- Planned and managed weddings, conferences, fundraisers, and public events to increase revenue and brand visibility.
- Managed all event logistics, including catering, décor, staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation.
- Created event budgets and monitored expenses to maximize profitability and reduce costs.
- Analyzed event sales data to identify trends and opportunities for growth.
- Organized and maintained the master event calendar for bookings, staff, and resources.
- Supervised and scheduled teams for housekeeping, maintenance, kitchen, and bar operations.
- Trained staff to ensure high-quality guest experiences and operational excellence.
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure reliable service delivery during events.
- Oversaw facility maintenance, cleanliness, and safety standards.
- Managed short-term rental operations for the venue’s apartment through Airbnb and VRBO.
- Collaborated with marketing efforts to promote events, partnerships, and venue offerings
Bookkeeping Manager
L.A. Miller & Associates Inc
Paducah, KY
05.2021 - 05.2024
- Managed a bookkeeping department of five team members (including myself), providing bill pay and monthly, quarterly, and annual bookkeeping services for multiple clients.
- Supervised and reviewed bookkeeping work completed by department staff to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Maintained books for nonprofit organizations, real estate companies, restaurants, and other local small businesses.
- Prepared year-end financial records and statements for tax preparers, including reconciliation to prior-year tax returns.
- Handled daily reconciliations, tax payments, and ongoing financial record maintenance.
- Managed annual 1099 filing and reporting requirements.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining workflows and digitizing manual forms and processes.
- Reported weekly progress, issues, and departmental updates to senior leadership.
- Assisted the Enrolling Agent with administrative, accounting, and special project tasks as assigned.
- Participated in the hiring process, including candidate evaluation and selection.
- Conducted client intake meetings to assess bookkeeping needs and establish service plans.
- Specialized in onboarding new clients requiring cleanup, reorganization, and catch-up of neglected financial records.
- Utilized accounting and business software including Thomson Reuters, Adobe, QuickBooks Pro, QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Office, Teams, and ClickUp.
- Completed continuing education requirements each quarter to strengthen and refine accounting knowledge and professional skills
Bookkeeper
FORM
Paducah, KY
08.2018 - 05.2021
- Oversaw accounts receivable and payable to ensure timely payments.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes efficiently.
- Reconciled bank statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Prepared monthly financial reports for management review.
Office Administrator/ Accounting Assistant
S&R INVESTMENTS LLC
Paducah, KY
09.2017 - 01.2021
- Accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, reconciliation, sales receipts, invoicing, bills, coupons, bank deposits, loan payments, employee paperwork, tenant paperwork, vendor information, financial reporting, GAAP understanding etc.
- QuickBooks for three different industries including a chain of eight liquor stores, two hotels, and an apartment complex.
- Started the rental property and hotel company in QuickBooks from scratch.
- Filed and paid federal, state, payroll, property, city, county, sales, and transient taxes, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Prepare and administer 1099s and W-2s at the end of the year.
- Compiled payroll liability reports, balance sheets, and profit and loss statements to provide accurate financial insights.
- Sorted, processed, and filed incoming and outgoing mail for seven retail locations and seven corporate entities to ensure timely communication.
- Organized years of files for seven stores and seven companies, facilitating efficient access and review during hypothetical audit.
Companion Care
CONSUMER DIRECTED OPTIONS
Paducah, KY
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Coordinated weekly errands and prepared her for upcoming activities.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management for independent living.
- Fostered positive interactions to enhance client well-being.
Teller
USBANK
Paducah, KY
04.2014 - 09.2014
- Tending to customers with all of their financial needs and questions regarding their accounts.
- Informing customers of the benefits of new and existing products.
- Following up with customers to ensure 100% satisfaction.
- Answering phones, filing legal paperwork, pulling reports and setting up workplace events.
- In this position I was responsible for large amounts of money on the sales floor and in the vault.
- Tending to and balancing the ATM.
Sales Lead/Key Holder
GYMBOREE
Paducah, KY
04.2012 - 10.2014
- Opening and closing the store according to hours of operation.
- Balancing registers, handling returns, and regular customer transactions.
- Responsible for making sure new inventory is processed and properly set on the floor within a reasonable amount of time.
- Filing and faxing the proper paperwork to the district manager to ensure proper operations.
- Motivating sales associates to meet daily, weekly and monthly goals.
Office Assistant
EXPERIENCE THE HANDS CHIROPRACTIC
Louisville, KY
11.2011 - 12.2012
- Entering new customer information into the database as well as invoicing and assisting with payments.
- Creating marketing tools and executing client outreach.
- Answer phones, schedule appointments, filling legal files and preparing rooms for therapy and massage.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Louisville
Louisville08-2012
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and QuickBooks
- Strong customer service and relationship management skills
- Experienced in clerical support, data entry, and administrative operations
- Demonstrated leadership and managerial abilities
- Personal assistant experience with strong organizational skills
- Financial management and budget creation/support
- Team supervision and staff coordination
- Excellent time management and multitasking abilities
- Payroll administration and processing
- Financial reporting and tax filing
- Accounts payable and accounts receivable management
- General ledger maintenance and bookkeeping
- Invoice processing and expense tracking
- Cash flow management and account reconciliation
- Bank statement reconciliation and financial record accuracy
Timeline
Venue Director
The Grand Lodge on Fifth
05.2024 - 05.2026
Bookkeeping Manager
L.A. Miller & Associates Inc
05.2021 - 05.2024
Bookkeeper
FORM
08.2018 - 05.2021
Office Administrator/ Accounting Assistant
S&R INVESTMENTS LLC
09.2017 - 01.2021
Companion Care
CONSUMER DIRECTED OPTIONS
01.2017 - 10.2018
Teller
USBANK
04.2014 - 09.2014
Sales Lead/Key Holder
GYMBOREE
04.2012 - 10.2014
Office Assistant
EXPERIENCE THE HANDS CHIROPRACTIC
11.2011 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Louisville