Detail-oriented Accounting Manager offering demonstrated skill and success in managing internal accounting processes, improving controls, and strengthening systems for optimal performance. Proficient in all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable and receivable, budget administration, and payroll. Dedicated with a strong work ethic and resourceful nature. Driven and motivated team member with the ability to work in a fast-paced multi-tasking environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Strategic Initiatives
United Way of Central Arkansas
08.2023 - Current
Managed complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget parameters.
Implemented new CRM/Accounting system while creating strategies to improve any accounting processes and procedures.
Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
Established strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure alignment of strategic initiatives across departments.
Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers and vendors, optimizing procurement processes for cost savings and efficiency gains.
Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
Improved financial efficiency by analyzing budgetary data and identifying areas for cost reduction.
Marketing, PR and Social Media Coordinator
Renewal Ranch
02.2020 - 06.2023
Developed and manage website. Designed RR brand and implemented across organization. Create all communication strategies and activities including social media platforms, email marketing, newsletters, and all content therein.
Fulfill duties within Development team to assist in planning and executing all fundraising events encompassing coordination of volunteers and vendors, securing event sponsors and table hosts, and developing marketing strategies across multiple channels. Obtained silent auction items and created all digital and printed material.
Stepped in to oversee accounting office during staff transition and implemented new up to date procedures and software. Recruited and trained new accounting team.
Created and maintained donor spreadsheets and worked within donor database software (CRM) to implement plans for donor cultivation, stewardship, and retention such as personalized letters, thank you notes, phone calls, and visits, based on preference of each donor. Maintained strong relationships with existing donors.
Assisted development team in Annual Giving strategies including monthly giving campaign and cause related marketing events.
Accounting Manager
JSI Metal Recycling
07.2012 - 12.2021
Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
Monitored status of accounts receivable and payable and facilitated prompt processing.
Implemented budget and expense controls and financial policies by analyzing income and reduced expenditures by 10% annually.
Implemented strategies to improve processes, procedures, and systems.
Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
Reviewed general ledger entries and assessed accuracy.
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