Melissa Hillery
Racine,WI
Summary
Detail-oriented accounting and financial operations professional with 8+ years of experience in accounts payable/receivable, contract and procurement support, expense tracking, financial reporting, reconciliations, and compliance within government and private sector environments. Proven ability to manage high-volume financial transactions, support cross-functional teams, maintain accurate financial records, and resolve billing and payment issues efficiently. Strong technical proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, QuickBooks, and financial reporting tools with a reputation for organization, accuracy, and problem solving.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant - Lead
State of Wisconsin – Dept. of Health Services
01.2024 - Current
- Responsible for fiscal audits to multiple bank accounts and accounts payable/receivable using ERP software
- Knowledge of appropriations, budget principles, and accounting procedures
- Audit P-card use to ensure compliance with State policy, review coding, and approve purchases
- Process full-cycle Accounts Payables/Receivables for the facility
- Balance and close month end accounting periods
- Manage purchases following procurement and contracts while adhering to budgets
- Function as a lead worker and back-up to Supervisor
- Develop and maintain Business Office SOP’s and policies
- Advise and train staff on financial systems, record keeping, and modern business practices
Accountant - Senior
State of Wisconsin – Dept. of Health Services
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Post and reconcile accounts, disbursements, and credit card statements
- Research, compile, and analyze financial data and prepare reports as needed
- Establish and maintain government benefits
- Monitor Medicaid eligibility benefits for multiple accounts
- Process fiscal docs and transactions in compliance with Federal and State regulations
- Process travel claims and enter approved claims for reimbursement
- Enter receipts in ERP software to ensure prompt payment by AP department
Accountant - Senior
Kenosha County Clerk of Circuit Court
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Prepare and reconcile high volume deposits daily
- Prepare correspondence, warrants, bonds, and similar documents
- Gather debts for tax intercept or forward debts to collection agency
- Generate civil judgments, docket liens, prepare satisfaction of judgments
- Maintained multiple accounts and receipt various types of payment against them
- Respond to phone calls, visitors, customer service desk
Accountant Clerk III
Racine County Clerk of Circuit Court
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Reconcile and close monthly accounting period
- Execute monthly state and county reports for the County Treasurer
- Manage various State and Municipal funds at high volume
- Maintain court records and adhered to state law with strict confidentiality
- Disburse multiple refund and restitution payments weekly
- Train new employees within my department
- Receipt large cash payments and process documents for sheriff sales
Administrative Assistant-Accounts Payable/Receivable
Wisconsin Metal Products
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Process all accounts payable, accounts receivable, and purchase orders
- Process shipping paperwork and schedule truck carriers
- Assist with payroll functions, attendance, labor tickets, and vacation hours
- On-board new employees and complete benefit enrollment
- Maintain Human Resource records, ISO training system, and employee audits
Education
Associate Degree - Accounting
Gateway Technical College
Racine, WI01-2022
Nursing Studies
Gateway Technical College
Kenosha, WI01-2010
High School Diploma - undefined
J I Case High School
Racine, WI01-2005
Skills
- Attention to Detail and Accuracy
- Fast Learner with a Strong Work Ethic
- Proficient in Microsoft Office & QuickBooks
- Excellent Multitasker and Problem Solver
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Account reconciliation
- Financial statements
Timeline
Accountant - Lead
State of Wisconsin – Dept. of Health Services
01.2024 - Current
Accountant - Senior
State of Wisconsin – Dept. of Health Services
01.2022 - 01.2024
Accountant - Senior
Kenosha County Clerk of Circuit Court
01.2020 - 01.2022
Accountant Clerk III
Racine County Clerk of Circuit Court
01.2018 - 01.2020
Administrative Assistant-Accounts Payable/Receivable
Wisconsin Metal Products
01.2015 - 01.2018
Nursing Studies
Gateway Technical College
High School Diploma - undefined
J I Case High School
Associate Degree - Accounting
Gateway Technical College