Tara C Guillory
FOREST HILL
Summary
Dynamic accounting professional with a robust background in financial reporting, reconciliations, and audits. Expertise in leveraging analytical skills and advanced accounting software to enhance accuracy and operational efficiency. Recognized for fostering effective teamwork, adaptability, and consistently delivering high-quality results. Strong communicator dedicated to compliance and driving process improvements that contribute to organizational success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant
Waskom, Brown & Associates
Pineville, LA
07.2024 - Current
- Managed month-end close processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards.
- Developed and implemented streamlined accounts payable procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
- Oversaw preparation of financial statements, ensuring completeness and accuracy for internal review.
- Conducted variance analysis to identify discrepancies, providing actionable insights for budget adjustments.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Prepared year-end reports for W-2s and 1099s, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in tax filing.
Accountant
SEP Trucking, LLC
Forest Hill, LA
06.2015 - Current
- Managed monthly financial closings and reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
- Developed and implemented streamlined processes for accounts payable and receivable functions.
- Oversaw team training on accounting software, improving efficiency in data entry tasks.
- Analyzed variances in financial reports to identify trends and support strategic decision-making.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations through timely preparation and filing of necessary documentation.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
Staff Accountant
Susan V. Belgard, CPA, LLC
Alexandria, LA
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
- Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
- Participated in internal and external audit processes to establish accurate financial records and comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
- Executed financial reporting, managing prepaid accounts, schedules, reconciliations, event settlements, and month-end accruals.
- Helped with preparation of year-end and statutory accounts to compare past reports and evaluate financial health of company.
- Managed employee records, including wage adjustments and benefits enrollments.
- Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support.
- Responded to employee inquiries to provide information regarding payroll deductions and related issues.
- Facilitated year-end reporting by preparing accurate W-2 forms for all employees within required deadlines.
Office Manager
Deep South Bark, LLC
Lecompte, LA
01.2011 - 06.2017
- Oversaw daily office operations, ensuring a smooth workflow and efficient communication among team members.
- Managed scheduling and coordination for meetings, optimizing time management and resource allocation.
- Developed and implemented office policies to enhance productivity and improve employee satisfaction.
- Streamlined administrative processes, reducing redundancies and increasing operational efficiency.
- Processed invoices and expense reports, ensuring accurate data entry and compliance with company policies.
- Reconciled bank statements, identifying discrepancies and implementing solutions to enhance accuracy.
- Assisted in preparation of financial statements and reports, supporting month-end close activities.
- Maintained detailed records of employee hours, deductions, and benefits in payroll systems.
- Reviewed payroll reports for accuracy before submission, minimizing errors and ensuring timely payments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Louisiana State University At Alexandria
Alexandria, LA12-2021
Skills
- Bank reconciliation
- Monthly account / bank reconciliation
- Accounts receivable
- Monthly journal entries
- Payroll processing
- Account reconciliation
Timeline
Staff Accountant
Waskom, Brown & Associates
07.2024 - Current
Staff Accountant
Susan V. Belgard, CPA, LLC
01.2022 - 05.2023
Accountant
SEP Trucking, LLC
06.2015 - Current
Office Manager
Deep South Bark, LLC
01.2011 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Louisiana State University At Alexandria