Laura Hales
Austin,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented financial professional with extensive experience in managing payroll, accounts payable, and receivable operations. Exceptional analytical skills and effective communication abilities contribute to timely financial reporting and successful audits.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Controller
Advantage Service Company
North Little Rock, AR
11.2015 - 03.2026
- 3Coordinated audits with external firms, ensuring timely completion while addressing all findings promptly and effectively.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Mentored accounting team, fostering professional development and enhancing overall team performance through training sessions.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable operations for [HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical Company] business with $300,000 in monthly expenses.
- Used QuickBooks to prepare external audit documentation and financial reports to assist management in operational planning and key decision making.
- Supervised and guided accounting staff.
- Oversaw all aspects of monthly financial reporting and relationships with banks.
Office Manager
Snyder Environmental
North Little Rock, AR
06.2012 - 11.2015
- Trained new staff on office procedures and best practices for seamless integration.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
- Supported department heads in accomplishing their goals through diligent administrative assistance such as report generation and data entry.
- Coordinated with IT department to upgrade office technology, enhancing overall efficiency and data security.
- Provided backup to front desk to step in to assist with various tasks whenever employee was absent or at lunch.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for 30 employees.
Church Administrator
Trinity United Methodist Church - Little Rock, Ar
Little Rock, AR
05.2005 - 08.2012
- Oversaw facility maintenance projects, ensuring a clean and inviting space for worship and fellowship activities.
- Handled confidential matters discreetly while maintaining open lines of communication with church leadership.
- Served as a liaison between various ministries, promoting effective communication and collaboration among teams.
- Managed church finances, resulting in better budget allocation and increased funds for ministry initiatives.
- Provided administrative support to pastoral staff, contributing to their ability to focus on spiritual care within the congregation.
- Created and updated membership rosters, church documents and basic reports.
- Greeted visitors, callers and members of congregation courteously and promptly
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for 10 employees.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05.2008
Skills
- General ledger management
- Account reconciliation
- Accounts receivable management
- Cash flow management
- AP/AR invoicing
- Audit coordination
- Processing payments
- Month-end and year-end closings
Timeline
Corporate Controller
Advantage Service Company
11.2015 - 03.2026
Office Manager
Snyder Environmental
06.2012 - 11.2015
Church Administrator
Trinity United Methodist Church - Little Rock, Ar
05.2005 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
University of Phoenix