Maripat Horne
United States
Summary
Accounting professional with strong background in managing accounting operations and financial reporting and analysis. Proven skill in employing accounting and financial management best practices and team leadership. Extensive knowledge of GAAP principles, governmental accounting standards and pronouncements, and financial accounting standards.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Manager
City of Canon City
11.2021 - Current
- Oversees day-to-day finance and accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, P-card reporting, payroll processing, fixed assets, prepaids, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and monthly close procedures.
- Prepares financial statements in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Collaborates on year-end close and preparation of the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
- Supervises accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
- Collaborates in the preparation of the annual budget.
- Contributed to successful external audits, preparing necessary documentation and facilitating auditor inquiries.
Grant Accountant
Colorado Department Of Corrections
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Collected and analyzed annual expenditures related to State and Federal grants to facilitate the filing of quarterly and annual reports.
- Minimized risk exposure related to non-compliance issues through diligent review of contractual obligations tied to each grant award received.
- Enhanced communication between departments with regular financial updates and insights related to grant-funded projects.
- Maintained strong relationships with funders through prompt responses to inquiries, sharing relevant project updates, and submitting required reports on time.
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations by staying up-to-date on changing guidelines and applying them to financial management practices.
- Facilitated smooth audits by maintaining organized documentation of all grant-related transactions and correspondence.
Cash Receipts Accountant
Colorado Department Of Corrections
10.2017 - 09.2019
- Reconciled and recorded cash receipt transactions.
- Audited daily balance sheet against cash receipts.
- Maintained accurate distribution and reconciliation of cash receipts between departments, funds, and bank accounts.
- Facilitated smoother audit processes by maintaining organized and comprehensive financial documentation.
Assistant Controller
Robert Waxman, Inc.
01.1990 - 12.1993
- Directed the day-to-day finance and accounting operations including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll processing, fixed assets, prepaids, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and monthly and year-end close procedures.
- Prepared monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Planned and supervised annual physical inventory of 9 retail locations.
- Supervised general ledger accountant, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll.
General Ledger Accountant/Cost Accountant
Midwest Dental
09.1985 - 12.1990
- Performed monthly and year-end closing procedures.
- Audited transactions posted to general ledger to ensure compliance with GAAP.
- Verified accuracy of cost information and performed physical inventories.
- Reconciled balance sheet accounts and bank accounts.
- Prepared journal entries.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
University of Notre Dame
South Bend05-1985
Skills
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Staff training and development
- Effective communication skills
- Strong organizational abilities
- Proficient in ParishSOFT
- Collaborates effectively in teams
Timeline
Accounting Manager
City of Canon City
11.2021 - Current
Grant Accountant
Colorado Department Of Corrections
10.2019 - 10.2021
Cash Receipts Accountant
Colorado Department Of Corrections
10.2017 - 09.2019
Assistant Controller
Robert Waxman, Inc.
01.1990 - 12.1993
General Ledger Accountant/Cost Accountant
Midwest Dental
09.1985 - 12.1990
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
University of Notre Dame
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