SHERRI MACDONALD
Controller
Mesa,AZ
Summary
Purposeful and determined meticulous professional with 14+ years of experience in the full spectrum of private accounting, managing overall financial operations while overseeing accounting team development. Adept in adhering to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and company policies working with external COO, CPA firms and banks. Has a strong understanding of financial management, budgeting, and analysis, along with a track record of improving operational efficiency and maximizing profitability. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Small Business Controller
Tire Service International (Equipment Manufacture)
07.2019 - 06.2023
- Managed all financial and human resource activities while providing strategic guidance to the
- President/CEO and other management
- Prepared and analyzed financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting principles
- Worked with external CPA making sure of compliance and timely completion of year-end work papers
- Developed a daily cash-flow analysis procedure and provided insights to support business decision- making
- Supervised an accounting assistant by providing leadership, guidance, and performance evaluations.
Small Business Controller
Wrecking Ball Demolition (Construction Contractor)
02.2009 - 03.2019
- Oversaw all financial and human resource activities while providing strategic guidance to the President
- Developed and managed the annual budget, monitored variances, and provided recommendations for cost reduction
- Prepared and analyzed financial statements for President, management, and external COO, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting principles for monthly meetings
- Collaborated with external CPA ensuring compliance and timely completion of year-end work papers
- Developed a daily cash-flow analysis procedure and provided insights to support business decision- making
- Managed two accounting assistants by providing leadership, guidance, and performance evaluations
- Implemented new accounting software, streamlining processes, and improving accuracy.
Bookkeeper and Office Manager
Special Interest Autobody
03.2000 - 09.2008
Staff Accountant and Payroll Administrator
Kirtley-Cole Associates (General Contractor)
07.1996 - 02.2000
Education
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Griffin College
Bellevue, WASkills
- Administering Payroll
- Human Resources
- Account and Ledger Reconciliations
- Customer Relations
- Administrative Oversight
- Client Correspondence
- Vendor Liaising
- Budgeting
- Email Correspondence
- Microsoft Office
- Billing and Invoicing
- Clerical Support
- Enforce Policies
- File and Data Retrieval Systems
- Sorting and Labeling
- Cash Flow and Reconciliation
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Calculate Commissions
- Excellent Multitasking Abilities
- Written Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Financial Management and Reporting
- Credit and Collections
- Deposit Collection
- Financial Reporting
- Report Preparation and Analysis
- Financial Accounting
- Monthly Closings
- Documentation
- Sales Tax Filings
- Calendar Management
- Profit and Loss Statements
- Budget Administration
Certification
CNP - Certified Notary Public
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