Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Taunya Grissom

Shelton,CT

Summary

Bookkeeper with strong technical proficiency and commitment to accuracy in financial data entry and financial record keeping. Experienced working in both accounting-focused and general office settings. Dedicated to conforming with internal policies and standards.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Accountant

Ryder's Health Management
Stratford, CT
01.2023 - 04.2025
  • Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
  • Utilized accounting software to streamline bookkeeping processes, increasing efficiency.
  • Handled sensitive financial information with confidentiality and integrity.
  • Classified and summarized financial data to compile and enter in financial records
  • Prepared accurate financial reports each month by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information.
  • Reconciled computer reports with manually maintained ledgers.
  • Maintained and reconciled general ledger accounts.
  • Reconciled bank statements to internal accounts monthly, identifying and resolving discrepancies.

Office Manager

Atlantic Union Urban Evangelism School
Philadelphia, PA
02.2015 - 07.2015
  • Ordered supplies and equipment to maintain adequate inventory levels.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
  • Managed front desk operations including greeting visitors, answering questions or directing them to appropriate personnel.
  • Assisted in recruiting new students.
  • Prepared agendas for board meetings along with taking minutes during sessions.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.

Education

MBA - Accounting

Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ
10-2020

Bachelor of Arts - Theology: Pre-Counseling/Pre-Chaplain

Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL
12-2006

Skills

  • Financial reporting
  • General ledger maintenance
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Accounting software
  • Monthly journal entries
  • Microsoft Excel proficiency

Affiliations

  • While I have not used the Theology in work, I preach here and there. I loved teaching adult Sabbath School when we were in Philadelphia. Someone said," Preach, and when you need to use words!" I love living out sermons!
  • Also, my husband and I do pre-martial counseling for those in the church and those outside. It's another ministry I do and enjoy!

Accomplishments

  • I've received an award for teaching Sabbath School from North Philadelphia SDA Church.
  • I received The Caring Heart Award from the North American Division of SDA Church, Education Department

Certification

  • I have the QPR Gatekeeper Certification to spot and help prevent suicide from the EDAdvance

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Staff Accountant

Ryder's Health Management
01.2023 - 04.2025

Office Manager

Atlantic Union Urban Evangelism School
02.2015 - 07.2015

MBA - Accounting

Grand Canyon University

Bachelor of Arts - Theology: Pre-Counseling/Pre-Chaplain

Oakwood University