Michelle Paxton
Lodi,CA
Summary
Dedicated and organized Accountant with over 15 years of managing accurate accounting information, bookkeeping and corporate operations. Astute financial professional with keen eye for detail and high level of integrity. Works well in large or small company environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accountant/Business Office Manager
Shirtique Inc
Walnut Creek, CA
08.2007 - 01.2022
- Oversaw daily business operations, maintained business relationships with vendors, maintained office supplies inventory and supervised office employees.
- Utilized QuickBooks Premier to perform full-charge bookkeeping duties for 6 retail stores.
- Reconciled monthly bank and credit card statements.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth and assets.
- Prepared monthly and annual financial statements through Profit and Loss and Balance Sheet.
- Prepared journal entries and year end closing reports.
- Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
- Created, maintained, and updated data in company sales and cash flow spreadsheets.
- Attended meetings, seminars and workshops to enhance knowledge of bookkeeping functions and other job duties.
- Processed bi-weekly payroll for 75 employees.
- Maintained employee records and employee handbook.
- Resolved employee issues through active listening and open-ended questioning.
- Mentored office employees on proper administrative procedures and how to use programs such as QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook keeping operations consistent and efficient for maximum performance.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on permits, certificates, licenses and documents mandatory for business operations.
- Prepared census reports for company 401k and ESOP plans and processed employees 401k contributions.
- Calculated and processed sales tax payments, reports, and returns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business, Accounting, Marketing
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Financial Accounting
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Accounts Payable
- Office Supplies and Inventory
- Effective, Professional Communication
- Time Management
- Report Preparation and Analysis
- Payroll Administration
- Business Correspondence
- Microsoft Office
- Organization Skills
- GAAP Accounting Practices
Affiliations
- Rotary International
Certification
- CNP - Certified Notary Public
Timeline
Accountant/Business Office Manager
Shirtique Inc
08.2007 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business, Accounting, Marketing
University of Phoenix
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