Rachelle Rispoli
Slidell,LA
Summary
I have 30 years of experience in the Business/Accounting field.
Proficient at all functions of accounting, including management, providing executive assistance, balancing sheets, and reconciliations. Result -driven and not afraid of challenges, my skills include accurately processing to meet tight deadlines.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Controller / Office Manager
Raging Bull Harley Davidson / Treasure Coast HD
08.2023 - Current
- Prepare daily cash position reporting, oversee accounting departments, deliver timely accounting closes, manage budgeting processes.
- Manage payroll data entry and processing for 75+ employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Prepare balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Complete journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting package.
- Ensure compliance with tax regulations by managing the timely preparation and filing of all required returns.
- Reduce month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving collaboration between departments.
- Streamline annual audit process, working closely with external auditors to ensure accurate representation of company's financial position.
- Created and distributed reports on internal and external finances, audits, and budgets.
- Oversee accounts payable and receivable operations.
- Maintain accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
Controller / Office Manager
New Orleans Harley Davidson
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 60+ employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving collaboration between departments.
- Increased cash flow by diligently managing accounts receivable and implementing effective collection strategies.
- Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
- Managed budgeting process, aligning departmental budgets with organizational goals and monitoring performance against targets.
- Reduced operational costs, renegotiating contracts with key suppliers and optimizing inventory levels.
- Coordinated with department heads to develop and monitor annual budgets, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Oversaw management of payroll, ensuring accurate and timely processing for all employees.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
Administrative Assistant/Payroll Specialist
Premier Automotive Group
05.2018 - 06.2022
- Assist in customer/vendor resolution, process payroll for 150+ employees, HR duties, maintain payroll information, and prepare reports.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
- Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
- Created new hire and termination documents for payroll.
- Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
- Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information, adhering strictly to data protection regulations.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
- Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping, and data entry for increased efficiency.
- Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
- Established administrative work procedures to track staff's daily tasks.
- Assisted controller in daily accounting processes while absent
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Fleetcor Technologies
11.2017 - 04.2018
- Processed payments, maintained records, communicated with clients for payments, prepared invoices, and audited payment irregularities.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by working closely with colleagues across departments to ensure efficient information exchange and collaboration on financial matters.
Office Assistant
Superior Services, Inc
06.2017 - 08.2017
- Provided administrative support, scheduled work, managed customer data, and assisted with day-to-day operations.
- Enhanced office efficiency by managing schedules, organizing files, and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Strengthened office organization by implementing new filing systems and digital record-keeping practices.
- Managed incoming and outgoing correspondence, ensuring prompt and accurate delivery of information.
Office Manager
Honda of Covington Powersports
04.2015 - 09.2016
- Managed daily responsibilities, oversaw office employees, developed office policies, and ensured smooth office operations.
- Entered invoices and inventory
- Billing automotive deals and processing commissions
Office Manager
Eddie Tourelle's Northpark Nissan & Hyundai
11.2005 - 04.2015
- Handled payroll, billing, month-end close, and reconciled statements.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with vendors, negotiating contracts for cost savings and improved service quality.
- Safeguarded sensitive company information by establishing comprehensive data security protocols that complied with industry best practices.
- Oversaw recruitment and onboarding process for new employees, ensuring smooth integration into company culture and workflow.
- Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Education
Business Management -
Kaplan College
Medical Coding -
Delgado Community College
01.2005
High School Diploma -
Slidell High School
05.1989
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- ADP Lightspeed
- CDK
- Customer Resolution
- Problem Solving
- Data Tracking
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Written Communication
- Reliability
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Interpersonal Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Adaptability
Certification
Finance & Insurance Sales Development, 12/01/15
Awards
- Council of Excellence Award, 12/01/15
- Nissan Owner First Award of Excellence, 01/01/12
- Nissan Owner First Award of Excellence, 01/01/11
Timeline
Controller / Office Manager
Raging Bull Harley Davidson / Treasure Coast HD
08.2023 - Current
Controller / Office Manager
New Orleans Harley Davidson
06.2022 - 06.2023
Administrative Assistant/Payroll Specialist
Premier Automotive Group
05.2018 - 06.2022
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Fleetcor Technologies
11.2017 - 04.2018
Office Assistant
Superior Services, Inc
06.2017 - 08.2017
Office Manager
Honda of Covington Powersports
04.2015 - 09.2016
Office Manager
Eddie Tourelle's Northpark Nissan & Hyundai
11.2005 - 04.2015
Business Management -
Kaplan College
Medical Coding -
Delgado Community College
High School Diploma -
Slidell High School
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