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Samantha Desmarais

DeLand,FL

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Financial Controller

Jacob Heating & Air Conditioning
08.2019 - Current
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining processes and implementing efficient financial controls.
  • Reduced operating costs through meticulous budget management and cost analysis.
  • Enhanced cash flow management with timely accounts receivable monitoring and collections efforts.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by conducting thorough internal audits and implementing necessary corrective actions.
  • Spearheaded the implementation of new accounting software, resulting in increased efficiency and improved financial tracking capabilities.
  • Collaborated closely with department heads to establish accurate budgets and monitor performance against targets.
  • Oversaw all aspects of the month-end close process, ensuring timely completion of accurate financial statements for executive review.
  • Identified areas for operational improvement through detailed financial analysis, leading to increased profitability and reduced expenses.
  • Maintained strong relationships with external auditors, facilitating smooth annual audit processes and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Implemented rigorous internal control measures to safeguard company assets and prevent fraud or mismanagement risks.
  • Managed payroll data entry and processing for 25+ employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
  • Prepared accurate financial reports and monthly statements for accounts receivable.
  • Planned budgets, authorized expenditures, monitored accounting processes, established service rates and coordinated financial reporting to oversee all fiscal procedures.
  • Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
  • Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
  • Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
  • Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.

Bookkeeper

Furever Bookkeeping
05.2018 - 08.2019
  • Improved financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies in financial records.
  • Streamlined bookkeeping processes by implementing new accounting software, resulting in increased efficiency.
  • Enhanced cash flow management through timely invoicing and collection of outstanding receivables.
  • Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough reviews and ensuring accurate data entry.
  • Worked with multiple companies, managing their financials and handling all financial aspects for their company.
  • Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
  • Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
  • Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
  • Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
  • Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
  • Reduced financial discrepancies through transaction monitoring and management.

Financial Controller

First Call Restoration
04.2006 - 04.2018
  • Improved financial reporting accuracy by streamlining processes and implementing efficient financial controls.
  • Reduced operating costs through meticulous budget management and cost analysis.
  • Enhanced cash flow management with timely accounts receivable monitoring and collections efforts.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by conducting thorough internal audits and implementing necessary corrective actions.
  • Collaborated closely with department heads to establish accurate budgets and monitor performance against targets.
  • Handled new clientele and directed them based on their needs
  • Provided quotes for all remediation jobs
  • Oversaw all aspects of the month-end close process, ensuring timely completion of accurate financial statements for executive review.
  • Maintained strong relationships with external auditors, facilitating smooth annual audit processes and addressing any concerns promptly.
  • Streamlined revenue recognition procedures for improved accuracy in sales forecasting.
  • Managed payroll data entry and processing for 30+ employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
  • Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
  • Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.
  • Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
  • Calculated salesperson commissions based on established parameters and disbursed payments.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Stayer University
Orlando, FL
10.2016

Skills

  • Accounting Management
  • Financial Management
  • Report Generation
  • Budget Development
  • Policy Planning
  • Financial Planning
  • Budgetary Planning
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Financial Reporting
  • General Ledger Management
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Commission Calculation
  • Preparing Financial Statements
  • Processing Payments
  • AP/AR Invoicing
  • Payroll Processing
  • Bookkeeping
  • Advanced in Microsoft Excel

Timeline

Financial Controller

Jacob Heating & Air Conditioning
08.2019 - Current

Bookkeeper

Furever Bookkeeping
05.2018 - 08.2019

Financial Controller

First Call Restoration
04.2006 - 04.2018

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Stayer University

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