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Michelle Wixon

Fairbanks,Alaska

Summary

To acquire the Accountant position with Golden Valley Electric Association

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Fund Accountant

Tanana Chiefs Conference
Fairbanks, AK
10.2015 - Current
  • Performed daily accounting of assigned funds and perform fund analysis for critical decision-making purposes.
  • Provided journal entries and perform accounting on accrual basis.
  • Worked closely with grant program managers to manage grant funds and budgeting for 20+ grant awards.
  • Filed timely reports with granting agencies.
  • Review and approve transactions for allowable expenses.

Staff Accountant

Cook & Haugeberg, LLC
Fairbanks, Alaska
08.2013 - 10.2015
  • Performed duties as assigned in professional manner while building and maintaining professional relations with clients
  • Performed financial statement audits and review services to variety of clients including for profit, non-profit, and governmental entities
  • Taxation services and preparations for individuals, partnership, S-corporations, C-corporations and non-profit organizations
  • Worked to consistently meet internal and external deadlines.

Intern

Bureau of Land Management
Fairbanks, Alaska
05.2011 - 08.2013
  • Assisted in filing, data entry, organization, and many other tasks
  • Updated government customer sites: permit and land use information
  • Occasionally filled in at switchboard: answered and directed phone calls, interacted with public coming in for business
  • Corresponded with clients via telephone and e-mail regarding pending permits and being able to meet their needs.

Sales Associate, Accounts Payables Clerk

Northern Threads
Fairbanks, AK
10.2006 - 05.2012
  • Worked in QuickBooks doing Accounts Payable for vendors on all incoming orders for store.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards and receipts to customers.
  • Trained and developed new hires in company processes, product knowledge, customer service and selling techniques.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting

University of Alaska Fairbanks
Fairbanks, AK
05.2014

Skills

  • Extensive knowledge in computer software including Microsoft Office Suite, Oracle, and QuickBooks
  • Detail Oriented and Self Motivated
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Fast learner and efficient worker
  • Excellent Problem-solving skills
  • Experience in dealing with confidential paperwork

Timeline

Fund Accountant

Tanana Chiefs Conference
10.2015 - Current

Staff Accountant

Cook & Haugeberg, LLC
08.2013 - 10.2015

Intern

Bureau of Land Management
05.2011 - 08.2013

Sales Associate, Accounts Payables Clerk

Northern Threads
10.2006 - 05.2012

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting

University of Alaska Fairbanks
Michelle Wixon