Lindsay Heaton
Santa Clara,UT
Summary
Graduate student in Accounting with dual emphasis in Professional Accounting and Taxation, actively pursuing CPA licensure. Demonstrated expertise in bookkeeping, payroll, and financial reporting, supported by academic experience in auditing and fraud analysis. Proficient in QuickBooks, Acumatica, Procore, Microsoft Office 365, and Adobe.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Controller
Southland Electric
Saint George, Utah
09.2023 - Current
- Managed full-cycle bookkeeping, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and reconciliations.
- Prepared monthly financial reports and job cost analyses to support project management decisions.
- Monitored budgets, tracked expenses, and ensured compliance with internal controls.
- Partnered with leadership to streamline accounting processes and improve reporting accuracy.
- Implemented and maintained QuickBooks Desktop for company financial operations.
Hiking Guide
Movara Fitness Resort
Ivins, Utah
05.2022 - 09.2024
- Guided groups of 2 to 10 guests on daily hikes, customizing routes for safety and ability.
- Coordinated logistics for transportation and route planning across five to seven hiking groups.
- Trained new guides on routes, safety protocols, and guest service standards.
- Assigned guests to suitable difficulty levels to ensure safety and enhance overall experience.
- Motivated participants to achieve personal fitness goals while fostering teamwork and encouragement.
Member Service Representative
Mountain America Credit Union
Saint George, Alaska
03.2020 - 10.2022
- Delivered high-quality member service by assisting clients with account inquiries and transactions.
- Investigated and resolved fraud disputes, including account freezes and coordination with fraud teams.
- Issued debit and credit cards, cashier’s checks, and small consumer loans while ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Balanced and audited cash vault nightly to uphold accuracy and internal control standards.
- Connected members with appropriate services such as loan officers, mortgage specialists, and financial advisors.
Assistant Manager
Harmon's Grocery Store
Farmington, Utah
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Scheduled staff and managed inventory to optimize operational efficiency.
- Ensured food safety compliance through rigorous adherence to standards.
- Supervised meat production processes, maintaining high quality and safety protocols.
- Trained and coached team members, enhancing performance and productivity.
Education
Master of Accountancy - Emphasis in Professional Accounting And Taxation
Southern Utah University
Cedar City, UT01-2026
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT04-2023
Skills
- Financial reporting
- Budget management
- QuickBooks Desktop
- Office 365
- Adobe Acrobat
- Data analysis
- Bookkeeping
- Payroll processing
- Reconciliations
- Excel Proficiency
Accomplishments
- Completed Mount Whitney summit twice (Aug 2022, Sept 2024), demonstrating perseverance, goal-setting, and resilience.
- Hiking and outdoor activities, fostering teamwork, planning, and adaptability.
Timeline
Financial Controller
Southland Electric
09.2023 - Current
Hiking Guide
Movara Fitness Resort
05.2022 - 09.2024
Member Service Representative
Mountain America Credit Union
03.2020 - 10.2022
Assistant Manager
Harmon's Grocery Store
02.2019 - 03.2020
Master of Accountancy - Emphasis in Professional Accounting And Taxation
Southern Utah University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Western Governors University