Pamela Sharp
Nottingham
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at NH Bar Association, excelling in financial oversight and process improvement. Skilled in effective communication and behavior reinforcement, I successfully managed accounts while enhancing operational efficiency. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and fostering student engagement, I create supportive environments that drive success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute
Nottingham School
Nottingham
10.2024 - Current
- Adhered strictly to confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information related to student records.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by establishing clear expectations for behavior and performance.
- Maintained a safe, organized and disciplined learning environment for students of all ages.
- Supported individual students who needed additional assistance on assignments or concepts taught in class.
- Provided instruction in place of absent teachers, following lesson plans and instructions for classroom management.
- Assisted with special projects such as field trips, extracurricular activities.
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Utilized positive reinforcement to motivate students.
- Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
- Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
- Supervised students during recess, break times and dismissal periods to prevent injuries and fights.
- Maintained classroom order and enforced school and class rules.
- Assisted struggling students with classroom assignments with one-on-one tutoring.
- Distributed worksheets and homework assignments from head teacher to assist with classroom operations.
Financial Accounting Supervisor
NH Bar Associaion
Concord
02.2010 - 02.2022
- Identified potential opportunities for cost savings through improved processes or better use of technology tools.
- Monitored daily cash balances and prepared weekly cash forecasts to maintain adequate liquidity levels.
- Evaluated existing processes for improvements in order to reduce operating costs while maintaining quality standards.
- Reviewed monthly journal entries for accuracy and completeness prior to posting in the general ledger.
- Conducted variance analysis to identify discrepancies between budgeted expenses and actual costs.
- Coordinated with external auditors during the year-end audit process ensuring that all documents were properly reviewed.
- Reviewed aging receivables reports regularly in order to identify overdue accounts requiring follow up action.
- Managed the accounts payable and receivable processes ensuring timely payments of invoices.
- Assisted management with ad hoc projects such as preparing presentations for board meetings or researching new software solutions.
- Provided technical support in areas such as cost accounting, accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing and bank reconciliations.
- Worked closely with other departments such as sales or marketing teams in order to explain any discrepancies between forecasted figures versus actual results.
- Analyzed business transactions to ensure compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
- Performed month-end close activities such as accruals and deferrals and allocated overhead expenses across departments accordingly.
- Developed, maintained, and enforced internal controls to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Maintained records of all fixed assets including additions, disposals or transfers according to company policy.
- Prepared annual financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
- Reconciled intercompany accounts on a quarterly basis to ensure accurate transfer of funds between entities.
- Approved ledger entries by auditing transactions.
- Selected, trained, assigned, scheduled and coached employees and communicated job expectations.
- Assessed accuracy, completeness, and integrity of corporate financial records.
- Reviewed and reconciled discrepancies in accounts and financial documentation.
- Approved cash disbursements by verifying check amounts against invoices and authorized checks and wire transfers.
- Managed payroll processing, including verification of hours, calculation of taxes, and distribution of payments.
- Conducted regular audits of financial transactions and accounts to maintain integrity and accuracy.
- Prepared and reviewed financial statements, ensuring they comply with GAAP and other applicable standards.
- Supported annual audits by providing information and answers to auditors.
- Oversaw implementation of new accounting software and technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
- Assisted in budget preparation and monitored expenditures against budget, providing regular reports to management.
- Prepared monthly management and financial reports and handled annual budget preparation and year-end reconciliations.
- Coordinated month-end and year-end closing processes, facilitating timely financial reporting.
- Oversaw daily operations of the accounting department, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial regulations.
- Facilitated communication between the accounting department and external auditors during annual audits.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinated preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting.
- Created and updated financial reports on frequent basis to present information to leadership teams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
Southern NH University
Portsmouth, NH05-2001
Skills
- Behavior reinforcement
- Classroom management
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Confidentiality adherence
- Student engagement
- Safety awareness
- Group and individual instruction
Affiliations
- I am a member of Rolling Thunder NH chapter One where I have been their treasurer for 4 years. They are a non profit organization raisng money to help veterans.
Timeline
Substitute
Nottingham School
10.2024 - Current
Financial Accounting Supervisor
NH Bar Associaion
02.2010 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
Southern NH University
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