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Stacy Jens

GREENVILLE,WI

Summary

Experienced financial professional with a proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and accuracy in financial reporting. Expert in managing budgets, cash flows, and financial compliance, with a keen eye for identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective actions. Excels in team collaboration and leadership, driving projects to completion within deadlines.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Controller

OH SNAP! Pickles
Appleton, WI
01.2023 - Current
  • Transformed financial report analysis by identifying key discrepancies, leading to a more accurate financial overview.
  • Monitored daily cash flow, prepared journal entries, bank reconciliations and maintained general ledger.
  • Revolutionized internal control procedures, significantly enhancing accounting operation accuracy.
  • Assisted in the development of annual budgets and forecasts.
  • Played a pivotal role in ensuring GAAP compliance, maintaining the integrity of financial statements.
  • Prepared financial statements including balance sheets, income statements, trial balances and statement of cash flows.
  • Conducted month-end closing activities such as accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses and other adjustments.
  • Analyzed monthly financial results against budget and forecast; investigated variances when necessary.
  • Coordinated external audits with auditors; reviewed audit findings and recommendations with senior leadership team members.
  • Identified opportunities to improve processes through automation or improved controls over data accuracy.
  • Collaborated closely with various departments within the organization to ensure accurate reporting of financial information.
  • Compiled year-end tax documents for preparation by outside CPA firm.
  • Optimized AP and AR operations by streamlining staff workflows, significantly reducing errors, and improving efficiency.
  • Supervised and coordinated assigned audits ensuring accuracy and timely completion.
  • Oversaw cash and merchant services, as well as processing of accounts payable and receivable, to ensure invoices were paid on time.
  • Monitored accounting, payroll and financial reporting activities.
  • Facilitated and completed annual financial statement audits and reviewed results.
  • Updated billing procedures to improve overall efficiency and reduce accounts receivable.

Accounts Payable Manager

Glkfoods / OH SNAP! Pickles
Appleton, WI
11.2014 - 12.2022
  • Monitored daily accounts payable activities and ensured compliance with established internal control procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of invoices, purchase orders, and other financial documents.
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
  • Reconciled monthly statements from vendors and suppliers.
  • Researched discrepancies between invoice amounts, purchase orders, receiving reports.
  • Prepared weekly check runs for approval by management or executive staff members.
  • Conducted periodic audits of accounts payable transactions to ensure compliance with accounting policies and procedures.
  • Analyzed various cost savings opportunities related to the accounts payable process.
  • Ensured all payments were made in accordance with contract terms and conditions.
  • Assisted external auditors during year-end audit process by providing required documentation.
  • Reviewed all invoices for accuracy, subsequently resolving various issues.
  • Worked cross-functionally with various teams and departments to improve operations.
  • Led month-end and year-end closing processes for accounts payable, ensuring deadlines were met and financial reports were accurate.
  • Oversaw the reconciliation of accounts payable ledgers to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial policies.
  • Maintained accurate vendor files and records, ensuring easy access and compliance with auditing standards.
  • Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision.
  • Reconciled monthly statements and transactions to keep records accurate and current.
  • Coded invoices to maintain organized and accurate records.
  • Addressed month-end closing functions for detailed reporting.
  • Supported senior leadership by producing month-end closing reports and advising on remittance for quick resolution.
  • Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.

Education

MBA - Business Administration

Upper Iowa University
Fayette, IA
12-2022

Skills

  • Financial Planning
  • General ledger accounting
  • Corporate strategic planning
  • Cash Flow Management
  • Commission calculation
  • GAAP knowledge
  • General Ledger Management
  • Month-end close
  • Preparing financial statements
  • Creating Customer Profitability Analysis

Timeline

Assistant Controller

OH SNAP! Pickles
01.2023 - Current

Accounts Payable Manager

Glkfoods / OH SNAP! Pickles
11.2014 - 12.2022

MBA - Business Administration

Upper Iowa University

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