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Kristen Engelman

Fleetwood,PA

Summary

Dynamic Field Accountant with proven expertise at TA Operating LLC a bp brand, excelling in audit compliance and financial reporting. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency through innovative process improvements and effective team leadership. Proficient in accounting software, I foster collaboration across departments to resolve discrepancies and drive accurate financial data management.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Accountant

TA Operating LLC a bp brand
Remote
04.2011 - Current
  • Support efficient accounting operations with high-quality administrative support.
  • Manage and train team members to enhance audit department performance and increase operational efficiency.
  • Conduct audits to ensure compliance with accounting standards.
  • Manage financial records and transactions for field operations.
  • Collaborate with project managers to reconcile discrepancies in accounts.
  • Train field staff on proper accounting procedures and software use.
  • Implement process improvements to streamline financial reporting tasks.
  • Conduct internal audits of accounting procedures and processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.
  • Monitor cash flow on a regular basis and reported any irregularities to management.
  • Prepare monthly bank reconciliations and journal entries.
  • Develop strategies for improving efficiency in the accounting department.
  • Implement new accounting systems when necessary to improve operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate with other departments to resolve billing disputes or customer complaints.
  • Process and review expense reports from field staff.
  • Research and implement best practices to improve audit results.
  • Crosstrain employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.
  • Coordinate project materials and schedules, facilitate communication and prepared reports.

Lead Bookkeeper

TA Operating LLC
Las Vegas , NV
04.2008 - 04.2011
  • Managed daily financial transactions and maintained accurate records for all accounts.
  • Oversaw accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely payments and collections.
  • Developed and implemented streamlined bookkeeping procedures to improve efficiency.
  • Trained junior staff on bookkeeping practices and company accounting software usage.
  • Collaborated with external auditors to facilitate annual audit processes effectively.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure accuracy of financial data reported internally and externally.
  • Performed daily accounting functions such as journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
  • Reviewed and reconciled bank statements with general ledger accounts.
  • Participated in special projects related to process improvement initiatives or corporate restructuring efforts.
  • Assisted external auditors in completing audit procedures efficiently by providing required documents in a timely manner.
  • Mastered bookkeeping software.
  • Balanced general ledger by reconciling entries.
  • Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
  • Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
  • Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
  • Checked postings and documents for correctness, accuracy and proper coding.
  • Prepared and processed payroll.
  • Reconciled or entered report discrepancies found in financial records.

Skills

  • Financial reporting
  • Account reconciliation
  • Team leadership
  • Audit compliance
  • Effective communication
  • Training and development
  • Project coordination
  • Accounting software proficiency SAP Financial
  • General ledger maintenance
  • General ledger entries
  • Accounting and bookkeeping
  • MS office suite

References

Work:

Sharon Wager Field Accounting Manager 660-229-3276

Cindy Feldman Field Accounting Manager 573-525-1879

Personal:

Jessica Parnell 702-580-0236

Allison Truebig 610-334-1603

Timeline

Field Accountant

TA Operating LLC a bp brand
04.2011 - Current

Lead Bookkeeper

TA Operating LLC
04.2008 - 04.2011

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