Lauren Gleason
Dubuque,IA
Summary
Highly-motivated staff accountant with demonstrated experience in reconciliations, reporting, P&L analysis and the management of general accounting functions. Thrives in fast-paced environments handling numerous deadlines and projects while ensuring high quality execution. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant
Honkamp Krueger
Dubuque , IA
01.2021 - 04.2024
- Reviewed and analyzed financial statements for accuracy and compliance with standards.
- Prepared monthly account reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts.
- Compiled and prepared journal entries to ensure accurate general ledger records.
- Maintained fixed asset registers in accordance with GAAP requirements.
- Generated financial reports for management review including income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement..
- Ensured compliance with generally accepted accounting principles while preparing financial statements.
Tax Associate
Honkamp Krueger
Dubuque , IA
02.2019 - 12.2020
- Prepared federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, businesses, and partnerships.
- Advised clients on strategies for minimizing their tax liability within legal parameters.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of all current developments in taxation law, regulation, policy or practice.
- Attended continuing education courses related to taxation topics.
General Ledger Implementation Consultant
HonkampHonkampIsolved
Dubuque , IA
06.2019 - 06.2020
- Builds general ledger rules in accordance with general ledger design
- Implemented changes requested by customers within established timelines while maintaining high standards of quality.
- Provided technical support for customers during the implementation process.
Cash Office Clerk
Walmart
Dubuque , IA
07.2001 - 02.2021
- Received and processed payments from customers in the form of cash, checks, credit cards and money orders.
- Balanced daily cash register totals to ensure accuracy of transactions.
- Counted and verified currency, coins and checks received during shift.
- Assisted customers with inquiries related to payment methods accepted by the store.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth
North Dartmouth, MA08-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Northeast Iowa Community College
Peosta, IA08-2017
Skills
- General ledger accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Bank Reconciliation
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
- Tax Preparation
- Financial statement preparation
- Account Reconciliation
Timeline
Staff Accountant
Honkamp Krueger
01.2021 - 04.2024
General Ledger Implementation Consultant
HonkampHonkampIsolved
06.2019 - 06.2020
Tax Associate
Honkamp Krueger
02.2019 - 12.2020
Cash Office Clerk
Walmart
07.2001 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
Northeast Iowa Community College
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