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Susan Richer

Kenosha,WI

Summary

Dynamic Accounting Manager with a proven track record at both Marshall Nelson & Associates and the Milwaukee Public Museum. In financial reporting and account reconciliation. Enhanced vendor relationships and streamlined month-end closing processes, achieving timely financial reporting. Skilled in ERP systems and fostering positive team collaboration, ensuring compliance with fiscal requirements and improving overall accuracy.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Manager

Marshall Nelson & Associates
10.2008 - 05.2018
  • Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
  • 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.
  • Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
  • Generated monthly and quarterly financial statements for executive review.
  • Streamlined month-end closing procedures resulting in reduced processing time without compromising accuracy or completeness of the reports generated.
  • Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy by implementing streamlined accounting processes and procedures.
  • Coordinated efforts between the accounting team and other departments to ensure accuracy in interdepartmental transactions recording and proper cost allocation.
  • Ensured compliance with tax regulations by preparing accurate federal, state, and local tax filings on time.
  • Led a team of accounting professionals in achieving department goals while fostering a positive work environment.
  • Achieved timely financial reporting through diligent preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
  • Analyzed and reported on financial data to support business decisions.

Accounts Payable/Grants Manger

Milwaukee Public Museum
10.1990 - 07.2005
  • Closely monitored accounts to post timely payments and resolve billing discrepancies.
  • Collaborated closely with procurement on purchase orders to streamline approval processes while ensuring adherence to established budget guidelines.
  • Positively interacted with all partners, employees and customers using exemplary communication and interpersonal talents.
  • Improved vendor relationships through timely payments and clear communication of company policies.
  • Developed reports for senior management to outline expenditures, vendor spend and forecasting.
  • Partnered with finance team to complete month-end accruals and account reconciliations.
  • Process Bi-Weekly payroll for multiple states. Pay all taxes, create all payroll journal entries.
  • Responsible for multi million dollar grant fiscal requirements.

Education

St. Joseph High School
Kenosha, WI

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

UW Whitewater
Whitewater, WI

Master of Science - Business Management

Cardinal Stritch University
Milwaukee, WI
12.2005

Skills

  • Account reconciliation
  • Accounts payable software
  • Expense tracking
  • Financial reporting
  • Credit card reconciliation
  • Biweekly Payroll processing
  • Payment of of Payroll Taxes
  • ERP systems expertise
  • Accounts payable expertise
  • Journal entries expertise
  • Audit support
  • Month-end closing

Accomplishments

  • Awarded the Milwaukee Public Museum employee of the year award in 2001.

Timeline

Accounting Manager

Marshall Nelson & Associates
10.2008 - 05.2018

Accounts Payable/Grants Manger

Milwaukee Public Museum
10.1990 - 07.2005

St. Joseph High School

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

UW Whitewater

Master of Science - Business Management

Cardinal Stritch University

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