Megan Knaus
St Louis,MO
Summary
Meticulous accounting professional bringing 15 years of experience in strategic planning, customer relationship management and account reconciliation. Strong Quickbooks, Square, Shopify, Dutchie and Microsoft Office Suite proficiency with precise and accurate nature. Expertise in financial data entry, Federal and State alcohol compliance and record-keeping.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Manager
Side Project Brewing
08.2016 - Current
- Researched industry and marketplace trends to enhance sales techniques and meet customer needs.
- Established new revenue streams through exports and limited distribution.
- Managed purchasing, sales, and customer account operations efficiently.
- Reduced financial inconsistencies while assessing and verifying payables and receivables.
- Streamlined internal databases to alleviate State (ATC) and Federal (TTB) compliance activities.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations through process updates.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
- Tracked financial progress by creating quarterly and yearly balance sheets.
- Reduced financial discrepancies, effectively reconciling bank accounts and organizing information into accounting software.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Quickbooks.
- Prepared and paid monthly and quarter monthly sales tax for multiple retail and manufacturing locations.
Bookkeeper
SLCC, LLC
07.2023 - Current
- Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow for a cannabis dispensary and manufacturing location.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
Account Manager
Summit Distributing
01.2016 - 09.2016
- Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
- Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion.
- Recommended brand products to customers to encourage repeat purchases and foster customer loyalty.
- Liaised with marketing and sales teams to develop targeted campaigns.
Account Executive
STL Communications
06.2015 - 12.2015
- Executed successful sales strategies to convert leads into customers.
- Gained understanding of goals, objectives and processes to meet client business needs.
- Trained clients on product features and updates to secure buy-in.
- Kept detailed records of daily activities through online customer database.
Bookkeeper
Ferretti Bookkeeping
01.2009 - 05.2015
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Improved financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies in financial records.
General Manager
Boathouse In Forest Park
10.2008 - 05.2010
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, and schedules.
General Manager
Monarch Restaurant
05.2003 - 10.2008
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures in a fine dining environment.
- Analyzed market trends/data to identify potential opportunities for business growth for a nationally recognized restaurant.
- Scheduled 75 employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Webster University
St Louis, MO05.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Maryville University
St Louis, MO05.2001
Skills
- Record preparation
- General Ledger Entries
- Attention to Detail
- Federal Regulation Compliance
Timeline
Bookkeeper
SLCC, LLC
07.2023 - Current
Business Manager
Side Project Brewing
08.2016 - Current
Account Manager
Summit Distributing
01.2016 - 09.2016
Account Executive
STL Communications
06.2015 - 12.2015
Bookkeeper
Ferretti Bookkeeping
01.2009 - 05.2015
General Manager
Boathouse In Forest Park
10.2008 - 05.2010
General Manager
Monarch Restaurant
05.2003 - 10.2008
MBA - Business Administration And Management
Webster University
Bachelor of Arts - Communications
Maryville University
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