Teresa Hightower
Six Mile,SC
Summary
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 Quickbooks Online, Microsoft Office, and ADP Payroll Solutions software.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Harloe Disasters, LLC Dba Servpro of Pickens County
Easley, SC 29640
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 35 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity and credit card processing.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving collaboration between departments.
- Provided insightful financial analysis to support executive team in making informed business decisions.
- Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
- Managed budgeting process, aligning departmental budgets with organizational goals and monitoring performance against targets.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, identifying inefficiencies and reallocating resources to achieve optimal results.
- Supported merger and acquisition activities through due diligence efforts and post-acquisition integration.
Office Manager
Servpro of Pickens County
Easley, SC
12.2018 - 07.2022
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
- Handled all accounts receivable, accounts payable, and processing of payroll for 27 employees using Quickbooks Online and ADP software systems.
- Assisted in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
- Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
- Developed comprehensive policy manuals outlining procedures and guidelines, contributing to a well-organized workplace culture.
- Implemented comprehensive training program for new hires, improving their integration into team and productivity.
Office Manager
Jones Construction Curbing
Greer, SC
05.2014 - 12.2018
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 35 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity and credit card processing.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering a positive work environment conducive to professional growth and development.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving collaboration between departments.
- Provided insightful financial analysis to support executive team in making informed business decisions.
- Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
- Managed budgeting process, aligning departmental budgets with organizational goals and monitoring performance against targets.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, identifying inefficiencies and reallocating resources to achieve optimal results.
- Supported merger and acquisition activities through due diligence efforts and post-acquisition integration.
Education
No Degree - Accounting
Greenville Technical College
Greenville, SC01-2016
Skills
- Payroll processing
- Preparing financial statements
- Cash flow management
- Staff management
- Statement reconciliation
- Bookkeeping
- Account reconciliation
- Budget preparation
- AP/AR invoicing
- Processing payments
- Month-end and year-end closings
Timeline
Controller
Harloe Disasters, LLC Dba Servpro of Pickens County
06.2022 - 12.2024
Office Manager
Servpro of Pickens County
12.2018 - 07.2022
Office Manager
Jones Construction Curbing
05.2014 - 12.2018
No Degree - Accounting
Greenville Technical College