Misty Buhl
Shreveport,LA
Summary
Results-driven bookkeeper with a focus on financial accuracy and compliance. Known for implementing efficient filing systems and delivering timely reporting, poised to support organizational success in financial management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Bookkeeper II
Willis Knighton Medical Center Progressive Care Center
Shreveport, LA
12.2021 - Current
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Reconciled bank statements to maintain consistency in financial records.
- Processed payroll and employee reimbursements with attention to compliance standards.
- Maintained accurate ledgers, ensuring timely updates and corrections as needed.
- Collaborated with department heads to streamline budgeting processes and improve accuracy.
- Assisted in preparing financial statements for quarterly reviews and audits.
- Implemented efficient filing systems for invoices and supporting documentation, enhancing retrieval speed.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
- Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
- Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing adjusting journal entries as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Implemented a more efficient filing system for financial documents, improving accessibility and organization.
- Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough reviews and ensuring accurate data entry.
- Provided support during audits by supplying requested documentation promptly and accurately.
- Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.
- Improved financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies in financial records.
- Enhanced cash flow management through timely invoicing and collection of outstanding receivables.
- Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks.
- Collaborated with external auditors to facilitate the annual audit process, providing necessary documentation as required.
- Reduced errors in financial statements with meticulous attention to detail during data entry.
- Boosted efficiency, implemented digital filing system for receipts and invoices.
- Facilitated smoother audits by maintaining organized financial records and documentation.
- Streamlined accounts payable and receivable management, improving relationships with vendors and customers.
- Assisted with cost reduction by identifying unnecessary expenses through detailed financial analysis.
Assistant Business Office Manager
Garden Park Nursing And Rehab
Shreveport, LA
02.2019 - 01.2022
- Led cross-departmental initiatives to address workflow challenges and improve communication flow.
- Performed accounts receivable collections for past due accounts by conducting collection calls.
- Provided critical support during periods of rapid growth or change by adapting quickly to evolving business needs.
- Improved filing system efficiency by digitizing documents and implementing a user-friendly electronic database.
- Supported senior management by assisting with daily tasks, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, and expense reporting.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration by fostering open lines of communication between departments leading to more cohesive teamwork.
- Handled customer inquiries professionally while providing exceptional service that exceeded expectations.
- Created organized filing system to manage department documents.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors and partners supporting administrative operations.
- Analyzed and solved multi-faceted problems that effected executive leaders and business initiatives.
Front of House Manager
Another Broken Egg Cafe
Shreveport, LA
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Managed daily operations to ensure exceptional guest experiences and service quality.
- Trained and mentored staff on customer service standards and operational procedures.
- Implemented efficient workflows to enhance productivity during peak hours.
- Coordinated scheduling and staffing to optimize front-of-house coverage and performance.
- Facilitated communication between kitchen and front-of-house teams to streamline service delivery.
- Resolved guest complaints promptly, ensuring satisfaction and retention.
- Maintained positive team environment by encouraging teamwork and respect in accordance with company mission.
- Acted as the main point of contact for guest inquiries, addressing concerns promptly and professionally while maintaining a positive rapport with clientele.
- Managed day-to-day FOH operations to drive quality, standards, and meet customer expectations.
- Performed cash handling activities and secured nightly bank deposits.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization throughout the establishment, ensuring compliance with health codes and regulations.
- Managed cash handling procedures, reconciling daily sales reports, and maintaining accurate records for financial reporting purposes.
- Improved staff retention by fostering a supportive work environment and providing ongoing training opportunities.
- Fostered a culture of teamwork among staff members by encouraging collaboration in problem-solving tasks related to front-of-house operations.
- Addressed and resolved guest complaints with empathy and professionalism, turning potentially negative experiences into positive ones.
Education
Theological Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Time management
- Proactive and Self-motivated
- Cash management
- Precision and accuracy
- Handling confidential materials
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Invoice processing
- Financial reporting
- Financial recordkeeping
- Data inputting
- Exceptional organization
- Customer relations
- Audit preparation
- Record preparation
- Superior attention to detail
- Analytical reasoning
- Vendor management
- Cost accounting
- Senior leadership support
- A/P and A/R
Timeline
Bookkeeper II
Willis Knighton Medical Center Progressive Care Center
12.2021 - Current
Assistant Business Office Manager
Garden Park Nursing And Rehab
02.2019 - 01.2022
Front of House Manager
Another Broken Egg Cafe
01.2012 - 01.2019
Theological Studies
Liberty University