Michelle Dickhausen
Somerset,WI
Summary
Results-oriented Senior Accountant with 7 years of experience in accounting. Quick and eager learner with acute attention to detail and consistent track record of identifying process improvements to drive quality, accuracy and efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
Nexstar Network
Bloomington, MN
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained detailed records of account transactions, including invoices, payments, and journal entries.
- Assisted in developing budgets and forecasting future revenue and expenses.
- Created new procedures for more efficient workflow within the department.
- Reviewed general ledger accounts for accuracy and completeness on a monthly basis.
- Assisted in training new staff members on accounting software and other processes.
- Participated in special projects related to the transition to a new accounting system.
- Built sustainable relationships of trust through open communication with internal and external customers.
Shared Services Associate Analyst
Andersen Windows & Doors
Stillwater, MN
12.2019 - 01.2022
- Researched, resolved and responded to inquiries from vendors regarding payments.
- Processed check runs on a daily basis in seven different accounting systems to meet the different needs of each Andersen entity.
- Researched and resolved a steady amount of stale checks following company policies and procedures.
- Supported the training of new staff and cross trained within the department to meet unique needs and circumstances during the pandemic.
Financial Associate II
St. Croix County Health & Human Services
New Richmond, WI
07.2019 - 11.2019
- Verified patient information, such as demographics and insurance coverage, to ensure accuracy of claim submissions.
- Submitted electronic and paper claims to insurance companies for payment.
- Investigated and responded to inquiries from providers and patients regarding claim status, payments, denials.
- Verified insurance eligibility for patients by calling appropriate parties.
- Reviewed and submitted applications from providers for credentialing eligibility purposes.
Senior Accountant
Nexstar Network
Saint Paul, MN
03.2017 - 07.2019
- Processed all deposits, invoices and expense reports according to company policies and procedures.
- Processed and distributed over $11 million in rebates per year to our member companies.
- Reconciled bank and credit card statements on a monthly basis.
- Processed all W-9's and created all 1099's on an annual basis.
Operations Supervisor
Prometric
Saint Paul, MN
04.2008 - 07.2013
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to ensure efficient workflow.
- Monitored staff performance and provided feedback for improvement in weekly meetings with each staff member.
- Prepared reports on operational performance metrics and presented them to management team.
- Assisted in the hiring process by conducting interviews and making recommendations for new hires.
- Trained new employees on proper job functions and company policies and procedures.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
Keller Graduate School of Management/DeVry
Online09-2017
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Rasmussen College - Topeka
Lake Elmo, MN12-2015
Associate of Applied Science - Retail Management
North Iowa Area Community College
Mason City, IA05-2000
Skills
- Knowledge of Financial Statements
- Team Training
- Audit Support
- Budget Administration
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Nexstar Network
02.2024 - Current
Shared Services Associate Analyst
Andersen Windows & Doors
12.2019 - 01.2022
Financial Associate II
St. Croix County Health & Human Services
07.2019 - 11.2019
Senior Accountant
Nexstar Network
03.2017 - 07.2019
Operations Supervisor
Prometric
04.2008 - 07.2013
Master of Science - Accounting
Keller Graduate School of Management/DeVry
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Rasmussen College - Topeka
Associate of Applied Science - Retail Management
North Iowa Area Community College
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