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Paul Williams

Berwyn,IL

Summary

Dedicated Junior Accountant accustomed to working with all types of personalities in busy office settings. Knowledgeable in Accounts Payable. Offering successful career history comprising more than 22 years. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Associate Accountant

Berlin Packaging LLC
11.2000 - 12.2022
  • Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
  • Generated and submitted invoices based upon established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
  • Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
  • Contributed to cost reduction initiatives through identification of inefficiencies in existing accounting processes and recommending improvements where necessary.
  • Reconciled month-end totals for timely and accurate reporting of financial information.
  • Partnered with other finance team members to implement new accounting policies or updates as needed.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Mentored junior accountants to develop their skills, resulting in improved performance and career advancement opportunities.
  • Prepared journal entries and entered into system using [Software].
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Managed customer service calls, emails from 44 Berlin Packaging field locations located across the U.S. and Europe

Education

No Degree - Accounting And Business Management

Loyola University
Chicago, IL

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Harold Washington College
Chicago, IL
12.1996

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Billing management
  • Journal entry preparation
  • Certified Accounts Payable Associate
  • Bookkeeping
  • Data inputting
  • Expense Tracking
  • Peoplesoft proficient
  • General Ledger

Timeline

Senior Associate Accountant

Berlin Packaging LLC
11.2000 - 12.2022

No Degree - Accounting And Business Management

Loyola University

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Harold Washington College

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