McKenzie Lynch-Garcia
Maynardville,TN
Summary
Highly-motivated individual with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Along with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices, I am also skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Coordinator
West Knoxville Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
Knoxville , TN
12.2023 - Current
- Utilized exemplary communication and interpersonal talents to cultivate valuable and influential relationships with various company personnel, customers and corporate partners.
- Participated in the development of new accounting systems and updates to existing ones.
- Managed fixed asset inventory system ensuring accuracy of records.
- Analyzed balance sheet accounts for potential errors or inconsistencies.
- Processed accounts receivable and payable transactions, including journal entries and bank deposits.
- Compiled all data regarding payments into weekly cash reports for distribution to key stakeholders.
- Provided advice and assistance to department staff regarding accounting policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation for all financial transactions.
- Managed daily organization and processing of invoices and financial statements.
- Assisted in the preparation of month-end closing statements.
- Used CDK to process checks and documents.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, local regulations related to payroll taxes and deductions.
- Identified areas where cost savings could be achieved through process improvements.
- Followed all corporate procedures and policies by accurately documenting accounts payables and accounts receivables processes.
- Reviewed and reconciled invoices, credit memos, and other payments to ensure accuracy of financial records.
- Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
- Posted financial data in Excel spreadsheets and managed inventory.
- Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.
Accounting Clerk
Carlock Toyota
Saltillo , MS
04.2021 - 11.2023
- Processed invoices, payments, and statements in a timely manner.
- Processed both outgoing and incoming payments and invoices.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding bills and payments.
- Maintained up-to-date accounts receivable records and coordinated monthly billing activities.
- Supported clerical and administrative needs of senior department staff.
- Entered invoices into account software, updated accounts and identified aging balanced ready for collections activities.
- Assisted with the preparation of month-end close activities including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals.
- Updated accounting ledger and journals with updated transaction information.
- Prepared bank deposits by compiling data from cashiers.
- Performed daily general ledger entries to record financial transactions accurately.
- Reconciled company credit cards, expense accounts and other expenses and financial records.
- Kept records current and accurate with skilled reconciliations and variance resolutions.
- Reviewed banking activity regularly to identify any irregularities or unauthorized transactions.
- Reviewed accounts payable ledgers for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
- Developed procedures to improve accuracy of financial data entry processes.
- Analyzed documentation and standard financial statements for accuracy.
- Used DealerTrack to track accounting information, resulting in significant reduction in financial discrepancies.
- Processed sales tax returns in accordance with state regulations.
- Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records.
- Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
Warranty Administrator
Carlock Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Tupelo
Saltillo , MS
09.2018 - 04.2021
- Processed warranty paperwork for accurate documentation, reporting and filing.
- Reviewed and processed warranty claims to ensure accuracy of all information.
- Developed and maintained relationships with vendors, suppliers, and other third-party providers related to warranty services.
- Participated in training sessions offered by vendors or manufacturers related to specific products or services covered by the company's warranty program.
- Resubmitted rejected warranty claims and received authorization for write-offs.
- Resolved discrepancies in warranty coverage for customers.
- Followed up on payments for outstanding claims.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current industry regulations related to warranties.
- Communicated effectively both verbally and in writing with customers regarding their inquiries relating to their warranties.
- Reconciled warranty receivables with payments using appropriate accounting schedules.
- Stayed up to date on factory announcements and recalls.
- Evaluated existing policies and procedures for processing warranties and identified areas for improvement.
- Created detailed records of all customer interactions related to warranties and returns.
- Kept thorough records of service actions and customer information.
- Collaborated with team members on special projects as needed.
- Organized claims paperwork and booked appointments with customers.
- Updated company databases with new information about warranties and returns.
- Reconciled deliverables, monitored schedules of open claims and collaborated with accounting staff to pursue payments.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws governing consumer protection rights when dealing with warranty claims.
- Examined claims, records and procedures to grant approval of coverage.
- Processed claims for payment or forwarded to appropriate personnel for further investigation
Receptionist
Carlock Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Tupelo
Saltillo , MS
09.2017 - 09.2019
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
- Maintained a neat reception area by organizing materials and tidying up furniture.
- Answered and directed incoming calls using multi-line telephone system.
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and promptly.
- Provided administrative support to staff members including typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents when necessary.
- Maintained daily calendars, set appointments with clients and planned daily office events.
- Maintained an organized filing system of confidential client information in accordance with company policy.
- Managed all incoming mail distribution, courier services, faxes, and photocopying documents as requested.
- Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
- Updated daily log book with information about visitors entering the premises.
- Coordinated with vendors for repairs and maintenance of office equipment such as printers or computers.
Filing Clerk
Itawamba Chancery Clerk's Office
Fulton , MS
08.2016 - 08.2017
- Processed incoming mail, sorted documents, and distributed appropriately.
- Created new folders or updated existing ones when necessary.
- Organized physical file cabinets by rearranging contents accordingly.
- Maintained filing systems and categorized documents according to established procedures.
- Checked accuracy of documents before placing them in appropriate files.
- Verified accuracy of filing information such as names and numbers.
- Provided support to staff members regarding the organization of files.
- Processed requests for document reproduction in a timely manner.
- Scanned hard copy documents into electronic format for easy access.
- Implemented changes to filing systems based on departmental needs.
- Prepared and organized files for storage, archiving, and retrieval.
- Retrieved archived records from offsite storage locations as needed.
- Tracked file movement within the office to minimize document loss.
Carhop Server
Sonic Drive-In
Belmont , MS
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Kept work areas clean and organized throughout shift.
- Stocked supplies such as condiments, utensils, napkins, straws. in designated areas.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing customer concerns promptly and efficiently.
- Assisted other team members when needed during busy times or special events.
- Ensured that all orders were accurate and complete before serving them to customers.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, specials, promotions, pricing, and preparation methods.
- Took orders, relayed orders to kitchen staff, and served food items to guests in a timely manner.
- Processed payments for meals using cash registers or point-of-sale systems.
- Adhered to health safety standards at all times while preparing food.
- Responded quickly to customer requests for drinks refills or additional items.
- Verified the accuracy of guest orders prior to delivery or pickup.
- Complied with sanitation regulations regarding safe handling of food products.
- Informed management about low inventory levels of certain items.
- Greeted customers and provided them with menus.
Education
Associate of Science - Marketing Management And Research
Itawamba Community College
Fulton, MS05-2018
High School Diploma -
Tremont High School
Tremont, MS05-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting And Business Management
Strayer University
Washington, DCSkills
- File Systems Management
- Account Reconciliations Proficiency
- Skilled in DealerTrack, DealerConnect, GFS Toyota, CDK, Route One, and Route One
- Variance Analysis
- General Ledger Maintenance
- Purchase Orders
- Payroll Administration
- Journal Entries
- Microsoft Excel
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- General Ledger Management
- Bank Account Reconciliations
- Bank Reconciliation
Timeline
Accounting Coordinator
West Knoxville Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM
12.2023 - Current
Accounting Clerk
Carlock Toyota
04.2021 - 11.2023
Warranty Administrator
Carlock Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Tupelo
09.2018 - 04.2021
Receptionist
Carlock Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Of Tupelo
09.2017 - 09.2019
Filing Clerk
Itawamba Chancery Clerk's Office
08.2016 - 08.2017
Carhop Server
Sonic Drive-In
05.2015 - 08.2016
Associate of Science - Marketing Management And Research
Itawamba Community College
High School Diploma -
Tremont High School
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting And Business Management
Strayer University
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