Shalaun Pelky
Oshkosh,WI
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Accounting Specialist
Primitive Gatherings
8567 S. Loop Road Larsen, WI
09.2023 - Current
- Supported month-end closing process by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis reports
- Increased efficiency in accounts payable and receivable management, reducing processing time and minimizing errors
- Managed cash flow effectively by monitoring daily transactions reconciling bank accounts regularly
- Contributed to the development of new policies procedures as part of ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts
- Coordinated open enrollment periods for employee benefits, providing education on options available to make informed decisions about coverage selections
- Managed company-wide recognition programs to boost morale and foster a positive work environment
- Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry, and general HR tasks
Business Operations Coordinator
Business Lending Group, LLC
2350 N. Casaloma Drive Suite 100 Appleton, WI
02.2014 - 09.2023
- Process accounts payable in a timely and accurate manner by utilizing QuickBooks, to record accounting transactions
- Maintain various financial records and accounts, deposit incoming funds, balance, and verify entries to ensure accuracy
- Process weekly deposit detail and prepare month end reconciliation of bank statements
- Receive and process loan disbursement requests from borrowers and lenders
- Process employee expense reimbursements, while ensuring proper authorization and supporting documentation
- Process vendor management payments while ensuring proper authorization and supporting documentation
- Assist in preparation and ordering of year-end tax forms for employees, vendors, and Credit Unions
- Payroll processing
- Backup to HR Coordinator
- Organized company events to boost employee morale, fostering a positive work environment for all team members
Accounting Manager
Kodiak Jacks Steak and Seafood Restaurant
2059 Witzel Avenue Oshkosh, WI
06.2002 - 02.2014
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements
- Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations
Bookkeeper
The Lyons Den
760 W. 6th Avenue Oshko, WI
03.1995 - 07.2012
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position
Education
High School Diploma -
Oshkosh West High School
375 N. Eagle Street06-1996
Skills
- Invoice processing
- Accounts receivable/payable
- Financial statements
- Bank reconciliation
Timeline
Corporate Accounting Specialist
Primitive Gatherings
09.2023 - Current
Business Operations Coordinator
Business Lending Group, LLC
02.2014 - 09.2023
Accounting Manager
Kodiak Jacks Steak and Seafood Restaurant
06.2002 - 02.2014
Bookkeeper
The Lyons Den
03.1995 - 07.2012
High School Diploma -
Oshkosh West High School