Teresa Brunt
Accounting
Burlington,KY
Summary
A Corporate Controller with over 30 years of accounting experience. I am skilled at understanding business operations and demands. I am able to implement necessary business changes into structured goals to help maximize revenue. I've worked alongside bookkeeping and accounting staffs, problem solving, writing entries, and training others to observe company policies. I enjoy the work I do. I like the challenge. I also have a proven ability to manage multiple projects while meeting challenging deadlines. I am a seasoned Accounting Manager with a track record in managing comprehensive financial processes. Strengths include streamlining operations, implementing robust financial systems, and fostering cross-functional teams for optimal productivity. I have demonstrated an ability to positively impact corporate financial health through strategic oversight and proactive problem-solving.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Revenue Agent for SBSE
Department of Treasury
Florence, KY
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Reviewed and analyzed financial documents to determine tax liabilities for individuals, corporations, and other entities.
- Informed taxpayers of rights under law and provided guidance and service to assist in resolving tax problems.
- Researched applicable laws, rules, and regulations related to taxation matters.
- Conducted field audits to verify accuracy of taxpayer information and records.
- Discussed and explained various tax forms with taxpayers.
- Assessed taxes, penalties, and interest due on delinquent accounts in accordance with state regulations.
- Participated in training sessions designed to increase knowledge of tax law changes.
- Investigated potential fraudulent activities reported by taxpayers or other sources.
Revenue Officer
Kentucky Finance and Administrative Cabinet
Florence, KY
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Conducted audits of taxpayer records to determine compliance with state laws and regulations.
- Verified accuracy of financial documents such as income tax returns, balance sheets, and bank statements.
- Performed research activities as needed in order to verify information provided by taxpayers or other entities.
- Checked completeness of information when processing applications and transactions.
- Conducted investigations of alleged criminal violations and made recommendations for criminal prosecutions and civil penalties.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current tax laws and regulations.
- Conferred with taxpayers and representatives to discuss issues, laws, and regulations related to returns and address problems.
Accounting Manager
Sheehan Family Companies
Erlanger, KY
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Learned 2 new operating systems - switched from VIP to Encompass
- Recorded month end entries and prepared financial statements
- Created monthly workpapers for general ledger accounts
- Prepared monthly sales and excise tax reports
- Worked with sales team on collections
- Suggested internal controls as required
Controller
GoGoMeds
Alexandria, KY
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Prepare and review financial statements in a timely manner for each of their 4 locations
- Offer explanations on account questions while working to maintain the accuracy of the general ledger balances
- Provide recommendations on ways to cut costs and improve the company's financial health
- Measurable impact: already found excessive spending and addressed it which could potentially save the company $100,000 this year
- Prepare customer billing and monitor collections
- Oversee the daily cash flows and adjust bank accounts as needed
- Creating a new budget to provide better structure on spending habits
- Creating a new forecast to give insight on what's to come
- Monitor inventory and review pricing regularly
Corporate Controller
Athena Hospitality Group
Florence, KY
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Led a team of 2 in all accounting functions for new lodging company with 8 properties and growing
- Measurable impact - the company was 3 months behind on financial reporting and caught it up within 2 months while learning a new system
- Developed cash flow projections for each property
- Process improvement - Created internal controls at property & corporate level
- Completed monthly tax reporting and payments
- Made new procedures to process accounts payable at the corporate level
- Did bank reconciliations and monitored credit card transactions
- Reviewed accounts receivable and ledger balances
- Approved direct bill applications and set credit terms
- Monitored general ledger balances to ensure for accuracy
Credit Manager
Columbia Sussex Corporation
Crestview Hills, KY
05.2019 - 04.2021
- Led a team of 2 to handle AR for more than 40 multi-franchise properties
- Managed collections practices for the company, including evaluating, recommending and implementing improvements in collection process
- Controlled bad debt exposure through management of credit terms
- Reviewed direct bill applications, credit limits, & terms for customers
- Pursued legal remedies or other recovery actions for non-payers
- Reviewed return checks and pursue collections for non-payers
- Prepared audit work papers for receivable ledger accounts
- Ensured adequate allowance for doubtful accounts is kept
- Worked with credit collectors when needed
Revenue Account Manager
Columbia Sussex Corporation
Crestview Hills, KY
11.2006 - 05.2019
- Supervised staff of 8 to process daily books for more than 70 multi-franchise property locations
- Analyzed accounting records to assess accuracy and conformance to GAAP
- Provided instruction for revenue allocation and established procedures
- Created and implemented spreadsheets to report revenue, cash, and taxes - saved 75% shipping
- Created monthly, quarterly, and yearly work papers for ledger accounts
- Assisted other departments and investigated fraudulent activity
- Reviewed daily revenue reporting for errors
Accounting Manager
Westin Hotels & Resorts
Las Vegas, NV
04.2004 - 11.2006
- Responsible for the accounting operations at the 836-room hotel - credit card processing, reporting daily revenues, and answering chargeback inquiries
- Skilled at collection on accounts over $100,000 and those past 60 days
- Responsible for hotel's operating cash on hand of $15,000 and banks
- Worked with Casino Accounting on balancing complementary purchases
- Point of contact to help answer procedural questions for properties owned and operated by Columbia Sussex Corporation
Bookkeeper
El Paso Marriott
El Paso, TX
01.2000 - 04.2004
- Awarded employee of the month
- Responsible for accounts receivable and daily activity reporting
- Responsible for counting daily deposits
- Positions also held in night audit, PBX, and front desk
Education
Master's - Accounting
Northern Kentucky University
Bachelor's Degree - Business Accounting
University of Phoenix
Skills
- Account monitoring
- Accounts payable
- Accounts receivable
- Auditing techniques
- Bank reconciliation
- Budgeting
- Cash management
- Financial forecasting
- Financial Reporting
- General Ledgers
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
- Internal controls
- Interpersonal communication skills
- Spreadsheet management
Interests
- Urban Gardening
- Herbal Studies
References
References available upon request.
Work Availability
monday
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Timeline
Revenue Agent for SBSE
Department of Treasury
08.2024 - 02.2025
Revenue Officer
Kentucky Finance and Administrative Cabinet
04.2024 - 07.2024
Accounting Manager
Sheehan Family Companies
03.2023 - 12.2023
Controller
GoGoMeds
06.2022 - 02.2023
Corporate Controller
Athena Hospitality Group
04.2021 - 03.2022
Credit Manager
Columbia Sussex Corporation
05.2019 - 04.2021
Revenue Account Manager
Columbia Sussex Corporation
11.2006 - 05.2019
Accounting Manager
Westin Hotels & Resorts
04.2004 - 11.2006
Bookkeeper
El Paso Marriott
01.2000 - 04.2004
Master's - Accounting
Northern Kentucky University
Bachelor's Degree - Business Accounting
University of Phoenix
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