Tamara Jones
Plant Controller
Warren,Arkansas
Summary
Skilled financial leader knowledgeable about accounting practices, principles and requirements. Successfully maintains compliant, accurate and cost-effective financial operations for businesses. Several years in field with stellar record. Detail-oriented financial professional adept at coordinating fiscal plans, AP and AR operations as well as inventory management. Good mathematical, communication and problem-solving abilities. Advanced skills in SAP, Excel, and Info M3.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Controller
Armstrong Flooring/AHF Products
Warren, Arkansas
11.2014 - Current
- Assisted with strategic planning initiatives by providing accurate financial data and forecasts.
- Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performed complex accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements.
- Provided guidance on capital investments decisions based on cost and benefit analyses.
- Prepared annual budgets and monitored actual performance against budget goals.
Plant Accountant/Purchasing Manager
Armstrong World Industries
Beech Creek, PA
08.2007 - 11.2014
- Assisted in the development of new systems or processes to streamline accounting functions at the plant level.
- Maintained fixed asset records, reconciling book values to physical assets as needed.
- Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performed complex accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements.
- Assisted with preparation of annual budgets, forecasts and long-term plans.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock for production requirements.
- Researched new sources for supplies, materials and services in order to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
Plant Accountant
Osram Sylvania
Wellsboro, PA
08.2002 - 08.2007
- Assisted with preparation of annual budgets, forecasts and long-term plans.
- Analyzed variances in cost reports and identified areas for improvement.
- Prepared monthly balance sheet reconciliations for assigned accounts.
- Created journal entries to record transactions accurately in the general ledger system.
- Prepared detailed variance analysis on a monthly basis comparing actual results against budget and forecast performance.
- Complied with Sarbanes-Oxley Act and GAAP principles to maintain complete transparency.
Customer Service Representative
Osram Sylvania
Wellsboro, PA
05.1998 - 08.2002
- Developed positive relationships with customers through friendly interactions.
- Collaborated with sales team members to stay current on inventory levels and resolve item issues.
- Updated system with order specifics and customer details, preferences, and billing information.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using computerized tracking system.
Production Worker
Osram Sylvania
Wellsboro, PA
08.1987 - 05.1998
- Adhered strictly to established guidelines and procedures while performing duties.
- Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
- Addressed and resolved technical issues encountered during the assembly process.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05-2004
Skills
- Managerial finance
- Financial Planning
- Business process improvement
- General Ledger
- Cost Reduction
- Monthly forecasting
- AS400
- Info/M3/Factory Track
- SAP
- Fixed Assets
Affiliations
- I enjoy making quilts, with challenging patterns
- I am a multiple dog owner. Rescued 2 within last year
- I enjoy quiet evening sitting around camp fire
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
RemoteImportant To Me
Work-life balanceFlexible work hoursWork from home optionHealthcare benefitsCareer advancementWork Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Plant Controller
Armstrong Flooring/AHF Products
11.2014 - Current
Plant Accountant/Purchasing Manager
Armstrong World Industries
08.2007 - 11.2014
Plant Accountant
Osram Sylvania
08.2002 - 08.2007
Customer Service Representative
Osram Sylvania
05.1998 - 08.2002
Production Worker
Osram Sylvania
08.1987 - 05.1998
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
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