Sara Riebli Steele
Buckeye,Arizona
Summary
Detail-oriented Bookkeeper well versed in payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. Excelled in corporate bookkeeping services delivery and learned new technologies to improve efficiency. Impressive accounting and communications skills leading to desirable outcomes.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Full Charge Bookkeeper/Payroll Account Manager
Samuel Barnes and Associates
Ephrata, WA
02.2013 - Current
- Developed and maintained accurate financial records using QuickBooks and Excel for multiple clients.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by preparing and submitting required documentation accurately and within deadlines.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
- Created detailed year end Profit & Loss and Balance Sheets for annual company tax reporting.
- Reported income to state Department of Revenue monthly, quarterly and annually for multiple clients.
- Processed payroll for multiple clients using Quickbooks Desktop and Quickbooks Online.
- Calculated wages, deductions, garnishments, child support orders and bonuses in accordance with company policies.
- Tracked employee vacation, sick and personal time.
- Provided necessary info and directly worked with government agencies during payroll audits and reviews.
- Provided customer service to clients regarding employee payroll inquiries and issues.
- Created and reported quarterly reports for state and federal tax purposes.
- Created and processed year-end payroll activities, including W-2 preparation and distribution, ensuring timely completion and accuracy.
Restaurant Manager
The Den
Ephrata, WA
07.2005 - 09.2007
- Directed daily restaurant operations, ensuring exceptional service and adherence to quality standards.
- Trained and mentored staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
- Maintained meticulous financial records, enabling accurate budgeting and financial planning.
Assistant Bookkeeper
Irrigators Incorporated
Moses Lake, WA
03.2003 - 07.2005
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure timely financial reporting.
- Reconciled bank statements and general ledger accounts, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions.
- Streamlined invoicing procedures, improving efficiency and reducing errors in billing cycles.
- Filed invoices with processed checks to maintain orderly accounting filing system.
- Assisted bookkeepers in providing support documentation required for audits.
- Enhanced overall financial organization by maintaining a well-organized filing system for important documents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ephrata High School
Ephrata, WAAssociates of General Studies -
Big Bend Community College
Moses Lake, WASkills
- 10 years experience
- Quickbooks proficient
- Excel proficient
- Microsoft Office proficient
- Financial reports
- Payroll processing
- Payroll tax returns
- Tax preparation
- Sales tax compliance
Timeline
Full Charge Bookkeeper/Payroll Account Manager
Samuel Barnes and Associates
02.2013 - Current
Restaurant Manager
The Den
07.2005 - 09.2007
Assistant Bookkeeper
Irrigators Incorporated
03.2003 - 07.2005
High School Diploma -
Ephrata High School
Associates of General Studies -
Big Bend Community College