Teri Vander Sluis
Summary
Expertise in Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Inventory Accounting, Cost Accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance, with focus on accuracy and efficiency. Reliable, dependable, and committed to achieving organizational goals. Extensive experience in IT systems, including integrations and upgrades and data and process improvement.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Accountant
LCS
Des Moines, IA
05.2026 - Current
- Manage and processed payroll for diverse employee groups, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
- Reviewed and reconciled payroll discrepancies, enhancing data integrity and compliance.
- Developed and implemented payroll procedures, improving operational efficiency and accuracy.
Sr Decision Support Analyst - Finance
UnityPoint Health
Des Moines, IA
02.2026 - 05.2026
- Develop comprehensive decision support models to enhance clinical and operational efficiencies.
- Analyze complex data sets to provide actionable insights for strategic planning initiatives.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and improve patient outcomes.
- Lead training sessions for staff on data analysis tools and reporting methodologies.
Business Analyst
ITA Group
West Des Moines, IA
06.2021 - 01.2026
- Analyzed business requirements to develop data-driven insights for strategic decision-making.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive documentation for processes, ensuring clarity and consistency across projects.
Solution Architect - Business Intelligence
LCS
Des Moines, IA
03.2015 - 06.2021
- Designed and implemented scalable architecture solutions for complex client requirements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project scope and deliverables.
- Analyzed system performance to identify areas for improvement and optimization.
Business Intelligence Developer
Vermeer
Pella, IA
02.2013 - 03.2015
- Developed and implemented data models to enhance reporting accuracy and efficiency.
- Designed interactive dashboards to visualize key performance indicators.
- Automated data extraction processes, improving data availability for decision-making.
Accountant
Pella Corporation
Pella, IA
01.1980 - 12.2000
- Reviewed and reconciled payroll discrepancies, enhancing accuracy of financial reporting.
- Analyzed payroll data to identify trends and recommend solutions for cost-saving initiatives.
- Streamlined payables and receivables processing, enhancing efficiency and reducing discrepancies.
- Managed monthly financial reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive financial reports for management review and decision-making.
Education
Master of Science - Business Analytics
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE05-2019
Master of Arts - MBA, Business Administration And Management
Bellevue University
Bellevue, NE05-2007
Skills
- Payroll
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Account reconciliation
- Financial reporting
- Data analysis
Timeline
Payroll Accountant
LCS
05.2026 - Current
Sr Decision Support Analyst - Finance
UnityPoint Health
02.2026 - 05.2026
Business Analyst
ITA Group
06.2021 - 01.2026
Solution Architect - Business Intelligence
LCS
03.2015 - 06.2021
Business Intelligence Developer
Vermeer
02.2013 - 03.2015
Accountant
Pella Corporation
01.1980 - 12.2000
Master of Arts - MBA, Business Administration And Management
Bellevue University
Master of Science - Business Analytics
Bellevue University