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Michelle Eckert

Alpha,MN

Summary

Looking to utilize expertise in accounting to analyze the various issues in the company, thereby promoting the efficient functioning of the organization. Also looking to develop and maintain healthy working relationships among all the employees and to adopt sound, desirable organization structure. Well-qualified financial systems leader offering demonstrated skill and success in managing internal accounting processes, improving controls and strengthening systems for optimal performance. Proficient in all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable and receivable, budget administration and payroll. Gifted in building and leading solid teams to handle high-volume operations with consistency, accuracy and full compliance with regulatory requirements.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Manager

Active Trailers, Inc
01.2022 - Current
  • Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
  • Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations and payroll processing.
  • Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Supported change management by understanding and addressing impacts of new accounting policies, financial statement initiatives and non-standard transactions.
  • Applied mathematical abilities to calculate and check figures in accounting systems.
  • Stayed on top of applicable federal and state requirements to minimize legal and financial risks.
  • Performed routine closings, maintained clean, accurate and accessible records and kept close eye on transaction updates throughout each quarter.

Manager

Palmer Bus Service
08.2017 - 01.2022

Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.

  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Established and updated work schedules to account for changing staff levels and expected workloads.
  • Applied customer feedback to develop process improvements and support long-term business needs.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Maximized productivity by keeping detailed records of daily progress and identifying and rectifying areas for improvement.
  • Controlled costs and optimized spending via restructuring of budgets for labor, capital assets, inventory purchasing and technology upgrades.
  • Prepared and recommended long-range plans for development of department personnel.

Manager

Southwest Coaches, Inc
07.2012 - 08.2017
  • Assisted in planning and writing trips and excursions -Scheduling -Overseen 20 -/+ employees -Payroll -Benefits Coordinator at location
  • Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions and common goals
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development
  • Kept detailed records of daily progress to identify and correct areas needing improvement
  • Maintained professional, organized and safe environment for employees and patrons
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes

DISPATCHER

ECKERT
04.2008 - 08.2013
  • TRUCKING, INC -Acquired $250,000 + in gross yearly revenue - Dispatched 1-2 trucks with brokered loads -Routed trucks for most efficient routes -Processed quarterly fuel tax returns- AP- AR
  • Implemented schedule and policy changes and collaborated with management to formulate new policies, procedures and goals
  • Directed dispatching, routing and tracking of 2 fleet vehicles
  • Processed orders, ran bulk pick sheets, processed and printed invoices and created daily shipping logs
  • Coordinated repairs to vehicles to maintain fleet operations
  • Facilitated communications between customers and field personnel to answer questions or resolve concerns

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Nettleton College
Sioux Falls, SD
05.1991

High School Diploma -

Jackson High School
Jackson, MN
06.1989

Skills

  • Highly organized and attention to detail
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Microsoft Word and Excel
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Able to prioritize tasks and delegate if needed
  • Business Relationship Management
  • Financial Data Reviews
  • Intercompany Reconciliations
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable Auditing
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Sage 50

Timeline

Accounting Manager

Active Trailers, Inc
01.2022 - Current

Manager

Palmer Bus Service
08.2017 - 01.2022

Manager

Southwest Coaches, Inc
07.2012 - 08.2017

DISPATCHER

ECKERT
04.2008 - 08.2013

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Nettleton College

High School Diploma -

Jackson High School
Michelle Eckert