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PAMELA DAILY
Accountant
Decatur,Illinois
Summary
Detail-driven accounting professional experienced in examining and analyzing accounting records, financial statements and financial reports to assess accuracy and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and standards. Proven to analyze accounting processes, identify deficiencies and formulate and implement corrective action plans to achieve compliance and mitigate risk.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sikich LLPDecatur, United States
Staff Accountant
07.2016 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Engaged in government financial, compliance audits, and non-profit audits.
- Tax Return preparation for individuals, businesses, trusts, and estates.
- Accounting Services work involving financial statement preparation, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, and other necessary bookkeeping work.
- Quarterly and year end payroll tax preparation.
- Collected and arranged financial information and entered details into various financial management systems.
- Executed financial reporting, managing prepaid accounts, schedules, reconciliations, event settlements, and month-end accruals.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
- Maintained fixed asset records and depreciation schedules to establish accurate calculations.
- Prepared and filed tax returns to summarize transactions of calendar year and comply with laws and regulations.
- Aided in preparing budgets and forecasting expenses and costs for clients.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets during compilation and engagement reviews.
The Kelly GroupDecatur, United States
Payroll Specialist
12.2014 - 07.2016
Job overview
- Calculated weekly and monthly payroll taxes and ensure payment within required timeframe.
- Approved time for contracted employees and downloaded weekly.
- Checked weekly payrolls for accuracy to ensure all employees’ payroll is processed.
- Determined weekly benefits through employee enrollment.
- Reconciled certain payroll accounts to the bank statements monthly.
- Reconciled the general ledger for all payroll accounts for 4 divisions monthly.
- Used Timberline software for payroll functions.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Reviewed time records for more than 600 employees to verify accuracy of information.
- Documented and processed all garnishments for bankruptcies, student loans, and child support orders.
- Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
- Confirmed compliance with all applicable federal, state and local payroll laws and regulations.
- Reconciled payroll discrepancies and responded to inquiries from employees.
- Updated employee files with new details such as changes in address or salary levels.
- Processed timecards and payroll data for team of employees.
- Prepared and submitted payroll taxes and reports to regulatory agencies.
- Audited timesheets and payroll records for accuracy.
- Completed payroll accurately and timely to meet employee expectations.
Mcleod ExpressDecatur, United States
DOT Compliance Coordinator
06.2014 - 12.2014
Job overview
- Maintained maintenance records for trucking division.
- Solved invoice issues with vendors.
- Scheduled preventative maintenance for diesel trucks.
- Ensured quarterly inspections performed for every truck with DOT approved vendor.
- Communicated daily with drivers concerning DOT safety and compliance issues.
- Submitted and maintained insurance documentation.
- Made sure trucks were in compliance with state and DOT laws and regulations.
- Purchased required permits.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
Advanced Disposal ServicesDecatur, United States
Operations Coordinator/ Accounts Payable Specialist
04.2010 - 10.2013
Job overview
- Processed and reviewed invoices for three divisions
- Requested/ Processed checks using proper documentation
- Solved issues with invoices in order for payment to occur timely
- Posted all transactions into multiple purchase logs
- Reconciled credit card statements for multiple cards
- Used People Soft, SAP, and QuickBooks software programs for Accounts Payable
- Created check requests and requisitions for purchase orders
- Assisted Maintenance manager with forecasting
- Maintained maintenance records for fixed assets such as heavy-duty trucks and yellow iron equipment
- Scheduled preventative maintenance for yellow iron equipment and heavy-duty trucks
- Ordered parts and supplies for various departments
- Worked on multiple projects continuously
- Served as Secretary of the Safety Committee
- Volunteered as a representative of the company for numerous community events.
- Worked with vendors to make purchases and reconcile invoices.
- Collaborated with area managers to evaluate needs and optimize operational plans.
- Tracked company equipment, tools and technology to manage inventory.
Jackson HewittDecatur, United States
Tax Preparer
11.2009 - 04.2010
Job overview
- Completed tax returns using the company's computer program.
- Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
- Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state, and federal levels.
- Offered clients recommendations to reduce tax liabilities.
- Assessed client tax situations to determine best filing options.
- Analyzed financial records to verify accuracy of tax returns.
MJKL EnterprisesMonticello, United States
Shift Manager
08.1998 - 01.2010
Job overview
- Trained employees in various positions using correct operating procedures.
- Interviewed, hired, and terminated staff as needed.
- Have followed correct procedures in identifying and correcting theft.
- Always responsible in all areas of business to show a good example for employees.
- Exercised composure under pressure and in escalated customer service scenarios.
- Supervised employees and oversaw quality compliance with company standards for food and services.
- Tracked receipts, employee hours, and inventory movements.
- Trained and mentored new employees to maximize team performance.
- Coached crew members to optimize performance and motivate toward more efficient work.
- Advised new employees on company procedures and policies to facilitate daily tasks and responsibilities.
- Scheduled staff to establish adequate coverage during peak business hours.
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Oversaw inventory and product stock to develop and maintain inventory controls resulting in cost savings and reduced overages.
Education
Richland Community CollegeDecatur, Illinois
Associate of Applied Science Degree from Accounting
Millikin UniversityDecatur, Illinois
Associate of Arts from Accounting
Bachelor of Science Degree from Accounting
University Overview
Summa Cum Laude
Skills
Internal / External Audits
Timeline
Staff Accountant
Sikich LLP
07.2016 - 05.2023
Payroll Specialist
The Kelly Group
12.2014 - 07.2016
DOT Compliance Coordinator
Mcleod Express
06.2014 - 12.2014
Operations Coordinator/ Accounts Payable Specialist
Advanced Disposal Services
04.2010 - 10.2013
Tax Preparer
Jackson Hewitt
11.2009 - 04.2010
Shift Manager
MJKL Enterprises
08.1998 - 01.2010
Richland Community College
Associate of Applied Science Degree from Accounting
05.2009
Millikin University
Associate of Arts from Accounting
05.2014
Bachelor of Science Degree from Accounting
05.2016
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