Mia VanZandt
Vergennes,IL
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Finance professional with significant expertise in managing comprehensive bookkeeping responsibilities, including accounts payable and receivable. Recognized for reliability in maintaining accurate financial records and collaborating seamlessly with team members to meet organizational goals. Known for adaptability in dynamic environments and strong analytical skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Accountant/Administrative Assistant
Underwood Ammo
11.2025 - Current
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure timely financial transactions.
- Assisted in preparing monthly financial statements and reconciliations, maintaining accuracy and compliance.
- Streamlined invoice processing procedures, reducing turnaround time for payments.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and enhance reporting accuracy.
- Implemented improvements in budgeting processes, contributing to more efficient resource allocation.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Familiar with Fishbowl an inventory software
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline service processes, improving overall efficiency.
- Handled escalated calls efficiently, finding satisfactory resolutions for both customers and the company alike.
- Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.
Bookkeeper
Freedom Towing & Recovery
02.2023 - 11.2025
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits and money logs.
- Maintained detailed records of procedures.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Entered financial information and payments to guarantee accurate and on-time payments for employees and vendors.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Provided comprehensive accounting support to company by managing functions like payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and business expense processing.
- Resolved customer inquiries through multi-channel communication methods, ensuring timely and effective responses.
- Provided product knowledge and support, enhancing customer satisfaction and retention.
Machine Operator
Penn Aluminum International
06.2014 - 11.2020
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs.
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
Customer Service Cashier
Casey General Store
05.2012 - 06.2014
- Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.
- Enabled customers to feel welcomed, important and appreciated by answering questions about products sold throughout store.
- Handled approximately daily credit and cash transactions for customers with accuracy and speed.
- Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
John A Logan College
Carterville, IL05.2023
High School Diploma -
Elverado High School
Elkville, IL05.2012
Skills
- Basic Math
- Computer Skills
- Teamwork and Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
- Self Starter
- MS Office Expertise
- QuickBooks Proficiency
- Monthly Reconciliations
- Financial Statements Expertise
- Month-end reports
- Data entry
- Client relations
Timeline
Assistant Accountant/Administrative Assistant
Underwood Ammo
11.2025 - Current
Bookkeeper
Freedom Towing & Recovery
02.2023 - 11.2025
Machine Operator
Penn Aluminum International
06.2014 - 11.2020
Customer Service Cashier
Casey General Store
05.2012 - 06.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Accounting
John A Logan College
High School Diploma -
Elverado High School