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Sara Horton

Rapid City,SD

Summary

Bookkeeper with strong technical proficiency and commitment to accuracy in financial data entry and financial record keeping. Experienced working in both accounting-focused and general office settings. Dedicated to conforming with internal policies and standards.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Bookkeeper

Rapid Packaging Company
Rapid City, SD
01.2024 - Current
  • Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions.
  • Posted journal entries to the general ledger system accurately and timely.
  • Reconciled intercompany accounts on a regular basis.
  • Developed internal control procedures to ensure accurate recordkeeping.
  • Performed month-end closing activities.
  • Verified accuracy of vendor invoices against purchase orders prior to payment processing.
  • Maintained and reconciled general ledger accounts.
  • Ensured accuracy in all accounting entries and records.
  • Reviewed employee expense reports for compliance with company policies.
  • Managed payroll processing for staff members.
  • Prepared financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and statement of cash flows.
  • Conducted monthly bank reconciliations.
  • Resolved billing discrepancies with vendors or customers promptly.
  • Generated invoices for clients and tracked payments received from customers.
  • Prepared bank reconciliations, managed field audits and reviewed accounting records for accuracy.
  • Maintained full compliance when executing and tracking bank reconciliations, A/P, invoicing, billing and collections.
  • Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.
  • Certified and processed payroll, electronic deposits and pay adjustments while distributing checks.
  • Reviewed purchase documents and company receipts for reconciliation with statements.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
  • Prepared financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, for review by management.
  • Handled sensitive financial information with confidentiality and integrity.
  • Reconciled vendor statements to assist in monthly closings.
  • Entered deposits, credit card charges and sales entries to facilitate cash management.
  • Conducted month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy of financial reporting.
  • Processed payroll for employees, including calculating wages, deductions, and issuing payments.
  • Managed financial transactions and recordkeeping with precision, ensuring accuracy in ledgers and accounts.
  • Implemented and maintained internal controls to safeguard financial assets.
  • Coordinated with vendors and clients to resolve billing and payment issues.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of new accounting procedures and systems.

Education

Cosmetology -

Beau Monde College of Hair Design
Portland, OR
12-2006

Skills

  • A/P and A/R
  • Quickbooks
  • Financial Recordkeeping
  • Financial Reporting
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Vendor Management
  • General ledger maintenance
  • Payroll management
  • Invoice Processing
  • Accounting
  • Attention to detail
  • Spreadsheet tracking

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Bookkeeper

Rapid Packaging Company
01.2024 - Current

Cosmetology -

Beau Monde College of Hair Design
Sara Horton