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Ria Driscoll

Rochester,MN

Summary

Experienced, motivated, and highly conscientious accountant with a broad range of software and financial accounting skills seeking a full-time accounting role. Adept at preparing financial statements, bank reconciliations, and financial reports. Demonstrates strong organizational, communication, and software skills through analytical and financial accounting work.


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

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Educator

Self-Employed
08.2007 - 05.2024

Taught K-12 courses

  • Managed a structured learning environment, establishing clear expectations, and routines for optimal productivity.
  • Supervised extracurricular activities such as field trips or clubs to promote social interaction outside of the formal classroom setting.
  • Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to meet the unique learning styles of each student effectively.
  • Cultivated critical thinking skills among students through inquiry-based lessons and problem-solving activities.
  • Collaborated with fellow educators to share best practices, enhancing overall teaching quality across all subjects.
  • Organized hands-on instructional activities to supplement textbook instruction to engage and motivate students.
  • Adapted teaching methods and lesson plans to changing student needs.
  • Researched multiple curricula, methodologies, and perspectives as part of educational planning.
  • Researched and chose appropriate curriculum to meet children's abilities and grade levels.
  • Graded homework, quizzes, classwork, and exams to report on the progress of student achievements.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Prepared quizzes, tests, and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.


Accountant

National Steel Corporation Employees Cooperative Credit Union
02.1992 - 01.2000
  • Provided monthly collection account summaries for the Board of Directors
  • Provided comprehensive client support throughout the collections process by addressing inquiries promptly and offering solutions as needed.
  • Monitored accounts receivable aging and worked with various areas to address business needs.
  • Contacted customers to discuss past-due accounts and negotiated payment plans.
  • Worked with customer to create debt repayment plan based on current financial condition.
  • Monitored customer accounts for payment delinquency and initiated collection efforts.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and provided detailed account information.
  • Compiled and analyzed data for review by senior management of loan loss reports to measure portfolio performance.
  • Prepared and submitted monthly collection list to payroll
  • Generated monthly reports on the aging of loans receivable
  • Maintained time and savings deposit accounts
  • Reconciled and audited members’ loan balances
  • Verified and reported monthly breakdown of payroll deductions.
  • Provided timely and accurate financial reporting to senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on reliable data.
  • Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
  • Worked closely with delinquent members to develop plan of payment in order to rectify outstanding accounts.
  • Streamlined the collections process for improved payment rates and reduced delinquencies.
  • Utilized strong communication skills to handle difficult conversations with customers, maintaining professionalism and empathy.
  • Developed customized payment plans tailored to individual financial situations, increasing the likelihood of repayment.
  • Reduced outstanding receivables by proactively monitoring aged accounts and prioritizing collection efforts accordingly.

Staff Accountant

NSC Employees Cooperative Credit Union
06.1988 - 02.1992
  • Computed and recorded retirement plan arrearages and interests
  • Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated detailed and accurate ledgers.
  • Administered and calculated all aspects of retirement benefits.
  • Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries related to invoices, payments, or account balances.
  • Monitored the status of accounts receivable and payable to facilitate prompt processing.
  • Analyzed and verified employee expense reports for accuracy.
  • Generated comprehensive reports for senior management, covering key financial metrics.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by learning new software tools and accounting practices, ensuring continued professional development and growth.
  • Maintained clean and organized files by keeping accounts payable records up-to-date.
  • Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
  • Gathered, evaluated and summarized account data in detailed financial reports.

Education

B.S. in Business Administration, Accounting major -

Mindanao State University
Philippines
03.1987

Skills

  • QuickBooks
  • Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • Time Management
  • Multitasking
  • Organizational Skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Adaptability
  • Professionalism
  • Task Prioritization
  • Written Communication

Certification

  • Enterprise Systems (ERP)
  • Certified in Excel
  • Fundamentals of Data Analytics
  • Project Initiation
  • Project Management
  • Bookkeeping by Intuit


Accomplishments

    Successfully graduated students who were accepted at Creighton University in the Honors and Dean's Fellows Programs, respectively.

Timeline

Home Educator

Self-Employed
08.2007 - 05.2024

Accountant

National Steel Corporation Employees Cooperative Credit Union
02.1992 - 01.2000

Staff Accountant

NSC Employees Cooperative Credit Union
06.1988 - 02.1992

B.S. in Business Administration, Accounting major -

Mindanao State University
Ria Driscoll