Steven DuBose
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Highly skilled and detail-oriented accounting professional with extensive experience in financial accounting, monitoring and controlling accounts, devising solutions to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Adept at reconciling accounts, researching transactions, and preparing financial reports. Proven ability to communicate and work effectively with customers, veterans, and various stakeholders in a courteous and respectful manner.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Supervisor
Alabama A&M University
01.2023 - Current
- Monitor and control payroll accounts by timely recording, coding, balancing, and scrutinizing for inaccuracies.
- Perform professional financial accounting duties and advise on operations of payroll systems and use of financial data.
- Reconcile payroll accounts, research transactions, review accounting reports, and prepare summary statements and reports.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
- Communicate effectively with internal and external customers regarding payroll matters.
- Effectively managed year-end tasks such as W-2 processing and distribution, avoiding delays and errors in reporting employee earnings to taxing authorities.
- Reduced payroll discrepancies by conducting thorough audits and implementing corrective actions when necessary.
- Managed team of payroll specialists, ensuring timely and accurate processing for over 200 employees.
- Served as primary point of contact for all interdepartmental inquiries regarding payroll policies and procedures, enhancing communication between teams.
Senior Accountant
University Of Alabama In Huntsville
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Compiled and analyzed financial information to develop revenue/cash flow analysis, projections, and reports.
- Created and analyzed monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to ensure financial information accuracy.
- Prepared financial reports, charts, tables, and other exhibits as requested and performed financial forecasting.
- Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Successfully managed multiple high-stakes projects concurrently, consistently meeting deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and quality control.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing processes, identifying gaps, and proposing improvements to safeguard against fraud or mismanagement of funds.
- Served as key liaison between Finance and Operations teams, ensuring effective communication on budgetary matters and fostering cross-functional collaboration.
Senior Payroll Accountant
Alabama A&M University
08.2019 - 09.2022
- Spearheaded process improvement initiatives within payroll department by identifying inefficiencies and recommending solutions that led to significant time and cost savings.
- Prepared detailed financial reports for management review highlighting key trends or areas requiring attention within company''s payroll operations.
- Established strong working relationships with multiple departments within organization to facilitate seamless collaboration on cross-functional projects impacting payroll functions.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of federal tax law changes affecting payroll operations, ensuring ongoing compliance across all business locations.
- Conducted regular audits of payroll records, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective action to prevent future issues.
- Ensured accurate tax filings for company by diligently reviewing and reconciling quarterly and annual payroll reports.
- Facilitated year-end processing tasks such as W-2 preparation and distribution, meeting regulatory deadlines without exception.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
Accountant
Spherion Staffing
08.2019 - 11.2019
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Managed cash flow effectively, ensuring all company liabilities were met in timely manner and surplus funds were invested wisely.
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audit process to provide necessary documentation and address any concerns or findings promptly.
- Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
- Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws by staying informed about changes and filing all required forms accurately and promptly.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
Credentialing Specialist
Northside Hospital
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Managed multiple priorities effectively, resulting in on-time completion of credentialing tasks for numerous providers simultaneously.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to gather necessary information for accurate credentialing decisions.
- Safeguarded confidential provider information by adhering to strict data privacy regulations and company policies.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills when confronted with complex issues or discrepancies during credentialing process.
- Achieved greater accuracy in database management by regularly updating provider records and tracking status changes.
- Enrolled providers and Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance plans.
- Conducted primary source verification such as background checks and board certifications.
Accounting Specialist
TARCOG
08.2014 - 08.2018
- Supported month-end closing process by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis reports.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements, conducting thorough research and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Managed cash flow effectively by monitoring daily transactions reconciling bank accounts regularly.
- Prepared comprehensive tax filings in accordance federal state regulations while identifying potential deductions credits.
- Developed strong internal controls to mitigate risks, safeguarding company assets and ensuring accurate financial reporting.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Assisted auditors during annual audits, providing necessary documentation and addressing inquiries promptly.
Staff Accountant
Scientific Games
08.2008 - 12.2013
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
- Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
- Participated in internal and external audit processes to establish accurate financial records and comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
- Executed financial reporting, managing prepaid accounts, schedules, reconciliations, event settlements, and month-end accruals.
- Helped with preparation of year-end and statutory accounts to compare past reports and evaluate financial health of company.
- Supported management decision-making by providing detailed financial analysis and recommendations backed by data-driven insights.
- Created journal entry schedules to improve efficiency, support, and documentation of accounting processes.
OTC Pharmacy Manager
Sam's Club
11.2001 - 06.2005
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing personalized consultations and medication management services.
- Streamlined pharmacy operations for increased efficiency by implementing new inventory management systems.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough drug utilization reviews and monitoring potential drug interactions.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, ensuring seamless coordination of care for patients.
- Implemented staff training programs to continuously develop skills and maintain professional licensure requirements.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying current on industry standards and maintaining accurate documentation for audits.
- Oversaw procurement processes to ensure adequate stock levels while minimizing waste from expired products.
- Enforced compliance with pharmacy regulations and maintained up-to-date records of all medications dispensed.
Personnel Clerk
United States Marine Corps
02.1995 - 05.2000
- Assisted in development of HR policies, contributing to better alignment with organizational goals.
- Collaborated with department managers to identify staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies accordingly.
- Operated records databases, maintained files and investigated and corrected discrepancies.
- Provided support during performance review cycles, facilitating effective communication between staff members and supervisors.
- Authored correspondence and prepared reports using software such as MCFS.
- Assisted in payroll processing, ensuring timely and accurate salary disbursement to all employees.
- Maintained accurate employee data by regularly updating HR databases and spreadsheets.
- Compiled comprehensive reports on staffing metrics, enabling informed decision-making by management.
- Handled employee relations issues with professionalism and discretion, fostering positive work environment.
- Monitored timekeeping records for accuracy, ensuring proper documentation of hours worked by each employee.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Alabama A & M University
Normal, AL09.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Georgia Gwinnett College
Lawrenceville, GA09.2011
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Georgia Perimeter College
Clarkston, GA08.2007
Skills
- GAAP
- Tax Compliance
- Payroll Management
- Payroll Auditing
- Microsoft Excel skills
- Quick Books
- Marine Corps Total Force System (MCTFS)
- Grant Management System (GMS)
- Ellucain Banner
- Epicor Enterprise Resource Planning
- Concur
- Argos Report Writer
- Online Diary System (OLDS)
Timeline
Payroll Supervisor
Alabama A&M University
01.2023 - Current
Senior Accountant
University Of Alabama In Huntsville
09.2022 - 01.2023
Senior Payroll Accountant
Alabama A&M University
08.2019 - 09.2022
Accountant
Spherion Staffing
08.2019 - 11.2019
Credentialing Specialist
Northside Hospital
08.2018 - 07.2019
Accounting Specialist
TARCOG
08.2014 - 08.2018
Staff Accountant
Scientific Games
08.2008 - 12.2013
OTC Pharmacy Manager
Sam's Club
11.2001 - 06.2005
Personnel Clerk
United States Marine Corps
02.1995 - 05.2000
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Alabama A & M University
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Georgia Gwinnett College
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Georgia Perimeter College
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