Kristianne Locke
Litchfield,CT
Summary
Accomplished Controller known for overseeing financial operations and enhancing audit compliance. Skilled in managing month-end closings and implementing cost management strategies to drive organizational efficiency and financial integrity.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Dowling Toyota of Litchfield
Litchfield, CT
06.2021 - Current
- Facilitated monthly financial close and account reconciliations to ensure timely reporting and accuracy.
- Oversaw month-end closing process, prepared financial statements and managed advanced reconciliations.
- Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performed complex accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements.
- Ensured general ledger integrity by reviewing account balances and transactions, and verifying accuracy of information in financial statements.
- Conducted audits to ensure accuracy in financial reporting processes.
- Built internal controls to support regulatory compliance.
- Monitored accounts receivable and payable activity to ensure proper reconciliation of accounts.
- Supported accounting staff during the month-end close process by preparing journal entries.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure timely processing of payments received from customers.
- Streamlined billing operations and procedures in collaboration with the finance team, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Managed finance operations for automotive sales and service departments.
- Worked with department heads on cost management plans.
- Prepared documents required for tax filing purposes such as sales tax returns or 1099 forms.
- Maintained accurate records of customer accounts including contact information, payment histories, and credit ratings.
- Handled vehicle billing documents for automotive sales transactions with efficiency.
- Ensured contract accuracy to prevent future disputes.
- Provided support during audits conducted by outside agencies or internal audit teams.
- Prepared daily deposits for bank reconciliation.
- Completed daily duties accurately and on schedule.
Scheduler
Northwest Transit
Torrington, CT
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Utilized scheduling software to create and modify driver assignments effectively.
- Coordinated with drivers to confirm availability and resolve scheduling conflicts, ensuring timely coverage.
- Analyzed ridership data to inform schedule adjustments and enhancements.
- Maintained accurate records of driver hours and schedule adherence for compliance.
- Scheduled appointments to streamline operations and improve client satisfaction.
Office Manager
Countyline Nissan North
torringtong, CT
03.2015 - 06.2020
- Managed daily office operations to ensure smooth workflow and efficiency.
- Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
- Trained new employees on office protocols and software systems.
- Oversaw inventory management to maintain adequate supplies and resources.
- Maintained accurate records and files for compliance and reporting purposes.
- Performed general bookkeeping duties such as reconciling bank statements and creating journal entries.
- Processed vehicle billing documents efficiently for automotive sales transactions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Bridgeport
Bridgeport, CT12-2012
Skills
- Financial reporting
- General ledger management
- Month-end closing
- Account reconciliation
- Internal controls
- Audit compliance
- Cost management
- Accounts payable management
- Balance sheet management
- Payroll management
- Compensation analysis
- Labor cost analysis
- Expense tracking
- Discrepancy resolution
Accomplishments
- Toyota Controller Award for Excellence Gold 2025
Timeline
Controller
Dowling Toyota of Litchfield
06.2021 - Current
Scheduler
Northwest Transit
06.2020 - 01.2021
Office Manager
Countyline Nissan North
03.2015 - 06.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Bridgeport