Lori Cave
Harrisonburg,VA
Summary
Highly skilled Accountant with comprehensive experience in financial forecasting, corporate finance and regulatory reporting. Possess strong analytical skills, adept at streamlining complex accounting processes to increase accuracy and efficiency. Noted for consistently improving financial operations and contributing to positive business performance. Proven ability to work collaboratively within team environments and communicate effectively across all levels of an organization.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
BotkinRose PLC
Harrisonburg, VA
01.2018 - Current
- Managed accounts payable operations, enhancing vendor relationships through timely payments and clear communication.
- Payroll;
- Payroll taxes;
- Sales tax;
- Assist with budgeting and forecasting for future periods;
- Analyze financial information to explain variances and assist with interpretation of results;
- Prepare reconciliations of cash and other operations-related accounts;
- Manage employee benefits;
- Process bi-weekly 401k deferrals and loan payments;
- Process monthly employer 401k contributions.
- Managed monthly financial statements and reports for accurate budgeting.
- Reconciled bank statements and financial records to ensure accuracy.
- Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions, improving overall transaction efficiency.
- Provided documentation and support during annual audits.
- Monitored financial transactions for discrepancies and resolved issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to improve accounting processes and workflows.
- Utilized accounting software to maintain detailed financial records securely.
- Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
- Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
- Prepared monthly closing entries for multiple companies' books of records.
- Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
- Reported on financial results including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
- Monitored cash flows, preparing weekly cash projections to ensure liquidity for operational needs.
- Assisted in the preparation of tax returns by gathering necessary information from clients and maintaining organized files with documents related to taxes.
- Monitored balance sheets and income statements to evaluate financial performance.
- Coordinated with external auditors during the annual audit process by providing requested documents and responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
- Reviewed financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital.
- Provided guidance to other departments regarding accounting policies and procedures.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, improving cash flow management.
- Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
- Gathered banking transactions via statements, recorded activity in Excel format and reconciled balances.
- Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
- Updated and managed accounts payable databases, employing access controls to protect data.
- Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.
- Supported efficient accounting operations with high-quality administrative support.
- Investigated and resolved billing issues, enhancing cash flow and reducing potential liabilities.
- Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.
- Developed staff expense and reimbursement tracker, improving reporting accuracy and minimizing user errors.
- Liaised with auditors to complete annual audits and maintain compliance with local, state and federal requirements.
- Managed and trained team members to enhance audit department performance and increase operational efficiency.
- Coordinated project materials and schedules, facilitated communication and prepared reports.
- Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.
- Diminished financial discrepancies and accurately reconciled accounts using detailed data analysis results.
Office Manager
Franwood Farms, Inc.
New Market, VA
02.2014 - Current
- Assisted in budgeting and forecasting, contributing to financial planning for future periods;
- Analyzed financial information to explain variances and supported interpretation of results for informed decision-making;
- Assisted in preparing financial statements and supporting information.
- Processed accounts payable transactions, ensuring timely payments and accuracy
- Accounts receivable;
- Payroll;
- Payroll taxes;
- Prepare reconciliations of cash and other operations-related accounts;
- Provide accounting expertise to assist field operations in understanding financial information;
- Manage employee benefits, and profit sharing distributions.
TLC Assistant (Grades K-5)
Rockingham County Public Schools
Timberville, VA
10.2011 - 10.2013
- Supported teachers in delivering engaging instruction to foster student learning.
- Assists students, individually and in groups, with lesson assignments to reinforce learning concepts;
- Executed tasks to maintain classroom operations.
Staff Accountant
Sylvan Learning Systems, Inc.
Baltimore, MD
04.2001 - 12.2003
- Assisted in preparing financial statements and supporting information.
- Prepare reconciliations of cash and other operations-related accounts;
- Review revenue and cash receipts information and record related entries;
- Review expense transactions, record accruals, and prepare other entries as needed;
- Analyzed financial information to explain variances and supported interpretation of results;
- Provide accounting expertise to assist field operations in understanding financial information;
- Assisted with budgeting and forecasting for future periods to guide financial planning.
- Participated in conversion of franchise centers to corporate centers, ensuring smooth transition;
- Contributed to implementation of accounting software for new operations, ensuring integration aligned with existing processes.
- Communicate with customers and employees on a daily basis to resolve issues.
Jr. Accountant
HealthCare Strategies, Inc.
Columbia, MD
07.1996 - 04.2001
- Managed accounts payable processes to ensure timely payments to vendors.
- Accounts receivable;
- Collections;
- Daily cash application;
- Create and maintain spreadsheets on a daily basis;
- Prepared and entered adjustments/journal entries.
- Implement, maintain and terminate customer accounts;
- Communicate with Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, and Operations departments concerning customer payment issues;
- Analyzed and resolved discrepancies in customer accounts through thorough research.
- Generate customer reports;
- Enter and produce monthly billing for five programs billed separately on a strict deadline;
- Initiated and developed client relationships to resolve payment issues effectively;
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance collections and productivity within accounting department;
- Assist Controller with special projects;
- Responsible for petty cash;
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Business/Accounting
Mary Baldwin University
08.2015
Associate of Arts Degree - Accounting
University of Phoenix
07.2010
Real Estate Licensing Course -
Prudential Caruthers Academy
12.2006
Advanced Excel -
Productivity Partners
05.2001
Peoplesoft Training -
Peoplesoft
04.2001
Collections/Accounts Receivable -
Rockhurst University
06.2000
Goldmine Training -
Gateway
03.2000
Introduction to Peachtree -
Comp USA
09.1999
General Studies Diploma -
Howard High School
01.1995
Skills
- PCLaw
- PenSoft
- Quickbooks
- Peachtree
- Great Plains
- Peoplesoft
- Excel
- Word
- PowerPoint
- Access
- Outlook
- Goldmine
- Lotus Notes
- Financial reporting
- Accounts management
- Budget forecasting
- Data analysis
- Accounting software mastery
- Process improvement
- Variance explanation
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Employee training
- Financial planning
- Strategic planning
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial management
- Cashflow processes
- Accounting recordkeeping
- General ledger management
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Accounting controls
- Liability calculation
- Account reconciliation
- Internal controls
- Financial statements
- Account reconciliation processes
- Payroll liability and deductions
- Budgeting assistance
- Bank reconciliation
- Cash flow analysis
- Financial statement preparation
- Revenue recognition
- Payroll processing
- Fixed asset management
- Spreadsheet proficiency
- Account reconciliation specialist
- Payroll management
- Account reconciliation expert
- General ledger accounting
- Great plains
- Financial statements expertise
- Variance analysis
- Year-end close
- Cash flow management
- Quickbooks expertise
- Forecasting techniques
- Superior attention to detail
- Budget forecasting expertise
Timeline
Accountant
BotkinRose PLC
01.2018 - Current
Office Manager
Franwood Farms, Inc.
02.2014 - Current
TLC Assistant (Grades K-5)
Rockingham County Public Schools
10.2011 - 10.2013
Staff Accountant
Sylvan Learning Systems, Inc.
04.2001 - 12.2003
Jr. Accountant
HealthCare Strategies, Inc.
07.1996 - 04.2001
Bachelor of Arts Degree - Business/Accounting
Mary Baldwin University
Associate of Arts Degree - Accounting
University of Phoenix
Real Estate Licensing Course -
Prudential Caruthers Academy
Advanced Excel -
Productivity Partners
Peoplesoft Training -
Peoplesoft
Collections/Accounts Receivable -
Rockhurst University
Goldmine Training -
Gateway
Introduction to Peachtree -
Comp USA
General Studies Diploma -
Howard High School