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Margaret Colf

Summary

Dependable employee seeking opportunity to expand skills and contribute to company success. Considered hardworking, ethical and detail-oriented. Stays on top of demands in fast-paced environments by effectively using slow periods. Maintains organized, clean and safe work areas with diligent attention to important details. Talented Accountant skilled at completing daily assignments and contributing to team success. Always willing to take on any task. Adapts quickly to new needs and policies.

Results-driven Accountant experienced in financial statement review, auditing and reporting. Well-versed in producing reports and handling of month- and year-end closings. Meticulous, conscientious and methodical in approach.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Financial Operations

Auxiliary Services of Erie Community College
08.2011 - 06.2017
  • Enhanced department performance by recruiting, and hiring and training qualified personnel.
  • Office Management.
  • Planned and directed financial department workflow.
  • Bank reconciliations for Operating and 15 Fiduciary Accounts.
  • Prepare Business Office budget and assist Food Service, Day Care and College Fiduciary Accounts with budget preparation.
  • Instrumental in selecting, implementing and training staff on accounting software.
  • Review and approve Accounts Payable Invoices for payment.
  • Update and maintain equipment and depreciation records for Business Office, 3 Food Service Centers and 3 Childcare Centers.
  • Prepare monthly financial statement to present to the Board of Directors.

Managerial Accountant

Auxiliary Services Corp. of Erie Community College
06.2003 - 04.2011
  • Prepare Bi-Weekly payroll for 105 employees
  • Maintain attendance records for Business Office personnel, Food Service Managers and Childcare Directors.
  • Assist the Executive Director and Financial Director with special projects.
  • Assist Executive Director with planning and organization of corporate functions.
  • Purchasing of Office supplies.
  • Assist Financial Director with asset management records.

Education

Associate of Science - Accounting/Business Mgmt.

Erie Community College
Williamsville, New York
05-1972

AAB - Accounting/Business Mgmt.

University of Buffalo
Buffalo, NY
05.1976

Skills

  • Financial statement preparation
  • Financial budget planning
  • Critical analysis
  • Effective team leadership
  • Positive attitude
  • Audit coordination
  • Organizational skills
  • Excellent communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Affiliations

Benevolent and Protective ORDER OF ELKS of the United States of America

Interests

  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Avid Reader
  • Knitting and Crocheting

Timeline

Director of Financial Operations

Auxiliary Services of Erie Community College
08.2011 - 06.2017

Managerial Accountant

Auxiliary Services Corp. of Erie Community College
06.2003 - 04.2011

AAB - Accounting/Business Mgmt.

University of Buffalo

Associate of Science - Accounting/Business Mgmt.

Erie Community College
Margaret Colf