Patricia Barber
Springfield,IL
Summary
Bookkeeper with strong technical proficiency and commitment to accuracy in financial data entry and financial record keeping. Desires an accounting position in a general office setting.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant Supervisor
IEPA
Springfield, IL
04.2023 - Current
- Supervise eight claims reviewers in LUST unit, ensuring efficient workflow and productivity.
- Assign tasks and verify accuracy of reimbursement claims to maintain high standards.
- Train new employees on claims processes and operational procedures.
- Review W9 forms for accuracy before submission to fiscal department.
- Collaborate with consultants and owners/operators to obtain correct claim information.
- Authorize vouchers for payment to fiscal department for comptroller submission.
- Utilize OSFM database to confirm eligibility for claims submissions.
- Coordinate with other managers within LUST section to streamline operations.
Account Tech II
State of Illinois EPA
Springfield, IL
08.2020 - 03.2023
- Reviewed claims for reimbursement from IL EPA LUST fund.
- Utilized budgets to verify claim requests for reimbursement eligibility.
- Performed database management to forward approved claims to fiscal department.
- Sent letters to owners regarding well abandonment reimbursements that did not meet legal requirements.
- Tracked and maintained all reimbursement claims and expenditures submitted for payment.
- Verified accuracy of W-9 forms and collaborated with owners/operators for corrections.
- Coordinated with owners/operators and consultants to gather necessary information for claims.
- Assisted supervisor with special projects as requested.
Beauty Consultant
Macy's
Springfield, IL
05.2018 - 12.2022
- Developed personalized skin care routines tailored to individual skin types and conditions.
- Demonstrated makeup application techniques to help clients achieve desired appearances.
- Cultivated strong customer relationships through exceptional service and loyalty initiatives.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of counter and display areas for optimal presentation.
Sr. Payroll Processor
Federated Funeral Directors of America
Springfield, IL
06.2016 - 08.2020
- Completed the payroll life cycle and various other administrative duties including but not limited to: processing payroll for multiple clients in multiple states, setting up new clients, entering employee information, entering time sheet data, cutting checks, general customer service, answering phones, filing, etc.
- Corrected payroll transactions by voiding checks and issuing stop payment orders.
- Reviewed, investigated and corrected errors and inconsistencies in financial entries, documents and reports.
- Followed all IRS guidelines and state regulations when submitting payroll taxes.
- Enforced established payroll-related policies, procedures and regulations and adherence to company and governmental policies.
- Improved accuracy of payroll journal entries by developing and implementing payroll reconciliation tool.
- Supervised 3 employees in our boss's absence.
Office Manager
New Age Moving & Storage
Jacksonville, IL
08.2010 - 02.2016
- Maintain accounts receivable documentation electronically and on paper.
- Processed bank reconciliations and financial reports to verify practice of proper due diligence. Handled cash and deposits using the proper accounting procedures and documentation.
- Processed payroll, electronic deposits and employee pay adjustments.
- Researched and resolved collections and billing disputes with tact and efficiency. Was in charge of auctions of the property in the containers if payment arrangements couldn't be made.
- Managed all aspects of accounts payable.
- Handled customer service calls and collections.
- Supervised one employee and worked closely with 4 other managers on a daily basis.
Business Manager/Vice President/Chief Financial Officer
Neuhoff Communications, Inc
Springfield, IL
08.1983 - 12.2009
- Was in charge of the financial reporting for 11 radio stations.
- Prepared all financial statements, trail balances, income statements and balance sheets for all stations individually and a consolidated statement for each corporation under the Neuhoff Media umbrella.
- Set up Quick Books for the stations and trained the personnel on usage.
- Prepared and filed semi monthly payroll and all payroll taxes, W-2's and 1099's.
- Plan administrator for our 401(k) plan and in charge of all insurance.
- Managed accounts receivable, payable and payroll.
- Prepared budgets
- Prepared all required information for financial audits by our accounting firm, state agencies, Broadcast Music Industry, ASCAP, and insurance audits.
- Supervised 8 people on a regular basis. I also filled in for employee absences. Was responsible for hiring, firing, and employee reviews.
Education
High School Diploma -
Franklin-Simpson High School
Franklin, KY1977
Skills
- Accounting
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Administrative
- Bank reconciliations
- Billing
- Budgeting
- Strong communication skills
- Customer service
- Documentation
- Due diligence
- Filing
- Financial reporting
- General ledger
- Insurance
- Managerial
- Payroll
- Personnel
- Quick Books
- Taxes
Accomplishments
- Set up Quick Books and trained employees to use it.
- Learned and trained employees on numerous other computer software systems.
- Was the first female vice president/chief financial officer.
References
Carolyn Bjorkback
217-899-3933
cyork9150@gmail.com
Linda Schweska
217-638-2087
lindaschweska@neuhoffmedia.com
Darcy Wade
217-371-8544
darcywade@mediacombb.net
Timeline
Accountant Supervisor
IEPA
04.2023 - Current
Account Tech II
State of Illinois EPA
08.2020 - 03.2023
Beauty Consultant
Macy's
05.2018 - 12.2022
Sr. Payroll Processor
Federated Funeral Directors of America
06.2016 - 08.2020
Office Manager
New Age Moving & Storage
08.2010 - 02.2016
Business Manager/Vice President/Chief Financial Officer
Neuhoff Communications, Inc
08.1983 - 12.2009
High School Diploma -
Franklin-Simpson High School
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