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Michelle Chastain

BRYANT,AR

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accounting Manager

Todd & Associates CPAs
08.2021 - Current
  • Managed accounts payable and receivables and payroll.
  • Maintained accounting records utilizing in-house and client systems.
  • Monitored status of accounts receivable and payable to facilitate prompt processing.
  • Generated comprehensive reports for senior management, covering key financial metrics.
  • Completed biweekly payroll for company personnel.
  • Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
  • Used accounting software to prepare weekly and monthly financial reports.
  • Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
  • Checked general ledger entries to increase accuracy, prevent significant errors and identify adjustments.
  • Completed payroll functions to facilitate accurate and prompt staff payments.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
  • Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.

Accounting Manager

VB Accounting
06.2014 - 07.2021
  • Processed new hire paperwork and documents.
  • Maintained payroll information by calculating, collecting, and entering data.
  • Processed W-2s, 1099s and other year-end reports to remain in compliance with state and federal laws.
  • Processed garnishments from creditors or government agencies to meet legal requirements of deducting money from employees' paychecks to pay off debts.
  • Reconciled bank and payroll records routinely to verify accuracy.
  • Created payroll reports, tax forms and other financial reports to provide employer with necessary information to make informed business decisions.
  • Filed payroll taxes with appropriate government agencies by deadlines to minimize risk of penalties or fines.
  • Maintained confidentiality of employee records and payroll information.
  • Reconciled payroll discrepancies and responded to inquiries from employees.
  • Processed manual checks for employees in accordance with company policies.

Accounting Manager

Redstone Construction Group
06.2002 - 05.2014
  • Achieved timely financial reporting through diligent preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
  • Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
  • Managed successful audits by collaborating effectively with internal and external auditors.
  • Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
  • Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
  • Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
  • Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
  • Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks.
  • Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
  • Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
  • Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
  • Input financial data and produced reports using Quick Books & Sage software.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR

Skills

  • Invoicing
  • Month-End Reporting
  • Bank Account Reconciliations
  • Collections
  • Tax Compliance
  • AP and AR Management
  • Payroll Processing
  • Quarterly Reviews
  • Quickbooks
  • Account Reconciliation

Certification

Notary

Timeline

Accounting Manager

Todd & Associates CPAs
08.2021 - Current

Accounting Manager

VB Accounting
06.2014 - 07.2021

Accounting Manager

Redstone Construction Group
06.2002 - 05.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

University of Arkansas At Little Rock

Notary

Michelle Chastain