MELODY MYERS
Manassas
Summary
Adaptable professional with several years of experience in construction accounting, financial analysis, and general office management. Frequently praised as kind and efficient by management and peers, I can be relied upon to help your team achieve its goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Accountant/AR Manager
Stafford Systems, Inc.
Manassas
12.2023 - Current
- Managed project budgets and forecasts for multiple client accounts.
- Reviewed and processed invoices to ensure accurate billing.
- Coordinated with project managers to track expenses and funding sources.
- Prepared monthly financial reports for internal stakeholders and clients.
- Analyzed financial data to identify trends and variances in project costs.
- Assisted in the development of project accounting policies and procedures.
- Liaised with external auditors during annual audit processes.
- Trained new staff on accounting systems and company protocols.
- Managed and maintained project budgets, monitored expenses, and tracked financials.
- Prepared financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, cash flows, and other related documents.
- Maintained project-related records, contracts and change orders.
- Approved supplier invoices and overhead charges related to projects.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely payments are made according to contractual terms.
- Developed and oversaw project accounting systems.
- Reconciled general ledger accounts on a monthly basis.
- Created processes for tracking invoices from vendors and subcontractors associated with the project.
- Researched complex accounting issues that arise during a project lifecycle.
- Conducted monthly reviews of all open projects to ensure accurate accounting records.
- Managed unconditional waivers with payment for subcontractors based on project requirements.
- Provided support in the preparation of board presentations regarding project performance metrics.
- Reviewed invoices for accuracy prior to payment processing.
- Processed invoices and requested funding from local, state and federal funding agencies.
- Communicated with project management and professionals to monitor job progress cost reporting.
- Collected and assembled financial data to analyze costs on year-to-year basis relative to fiscal planning and budgeting activities.
- Created purchase orders, subcontracts and change order requests.
- Conducted financial analysis and research to advise senior management on forecasting decisions.
- Reviewed contracts for accuracy prior to approval by management or legal counsel.
- Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
- Supported efficient accounting operations with high-quality administrative support.
- Updated and managed accounts payable databases, employing access controls to protect data.
Accounts Receivable Manager
Advantage AC of VA, Inc.
Sterling
07.2017 - 08.2023
- Prepared all monthly draws, including stored material invoices utilizing Excel, QuickBooks, Procore, Textura, GC Pay etc.
- Provided ROL, UROL and LTROL's including supporting documentation, upon request.
- Provided all subcontractor payments, including COI and w9 compliance.
- Managed annual workers comp audit.
- Established policies and procedures for Accounts Receivable and Payroll operations to ensure compliance with OCIP/CCIP legal regulations and internal controls.
- Conducted research on all activities for collection to minimize receivable balances.
- Created and managed monthly financial reports for accounts receivable, aged receivables, collections activities, customer payments, and other related metrics.
- Provided guidance to team members on how best to resolve customer issues related to billing or payment inquiries.
- Monitored the accuracy of invoices generated from the billing system.
- Managed daily banking activities such as deposit preparation and ACH payments.
- Initiated research and executed corrections on posting issues.
- Assisted controller with postings to general ledger and monthly closings.
- Skilled in using various software applications and programs including Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes.
- Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment.
Accounting Manager
MLG Construction, LLC
Stafford
01.2007 - 06.2017
- Maintained accurate records of accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, inventory, taxes, and other transactions.
- Collaborated with leaders to propose enhancements for internal financial controls.
- Processed journal entries and performed corrections to verify accurate records.
- Assisted with audits and provided necessary documentation to auditors.
- Directed insurance negotiations, selected insurance brokers or carriers, and placed insurance.
- Liaised with banks and vendors regarding payment terms and conditions as well as invoicing matters.
- Supervised accounts payable and accounts receivable for accuracy and completeness.
- Compiled and analyzed sales and revenue data to assist in budget preparation.
- Developed and maintained accounting systems to control growth in cost and track increase in revenue.
- Ensured timely filing of required state and federal tax forms including W-2s and 1099s.
- Coordinated with external auditors to complete year-end audits efficiently.
- Managed payroll processing, accounts receivable/payable, and tax preparation.
Skills
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Billing Automation
- Account and Ledger Reconciliations
- Procore
- Textura
- GC Pay
- Prolog Billing Systems
- GAAP Compliance
- Spreadsheet Tracking
- Project accounting
- Budget management
- Financial reporting
- Cost analysis
- Financial compliance
- Policy development
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Account reconciliation
- Accounting software implementation
- Project setup sheets
- Project close outs
- Payroll processing
- Project forecasting
- Month-end close process
- Bank reconciliation
- Year-end close process
- Lien waivers
- Accounts payable management
- Collections and payments
- Certificates of insurance
- Job cost tracking
- Contract review
- Teamwork and collaboration
Certification
Virginia Notary
Timeline
Project Accountant/AR Manager
Stafford Systems, Inc.
12.2023 - Current
Accounts Receivable Manager
Advantage AC of VA, Inc.
07.2017 - 08.2023
Accounting Manager
MLG Construction, LLC
01.2007 - 06.2017
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