Tina Merritt
Community Management Associates
Decatur,Georgia
27
years of professional experience
Finance professional with comprehensive background in accounting, ready to contribute to financial management and reporting. Known for accuracy in financial record-keeping and proficiency in auditing. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving financial accuracy and supporting dynamic business needs through analytical problem-solving and effective communication.
Work History
Accountant/Corporate Staff Accountant
10 Years 8 Months- Managed financial reporting and analysis to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Developed annual budgets and forecasts, aligning departmental goals with organizational strategy.
- Conducted variance analysis to identify discrepancies and recommend corrective actions.
- Streamlined accounts payable processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing processing time.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support audits and improve internal controls.
- Oversaw month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely financial statement preparation and review.
- 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.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
Accounts Payable Accountant
4 Years 2 Months- Managed full-cycle accounts payable processes, ensuring timely payments and compliance with company policies.
- Processed invoices using ERP systems, streamlining workflows and reducing processing time.
- Reconciled vendor statements and resolved discrepancies, enhancing accuracy in financial reporting.
- Conducted regular audits of accounts payable transactions , prepared 1099s.
- Minimized late payment fees by consistently monitoring due dates and prioritizing payments accordingly.
- Handled full cycle A/P including rent payments, international wires and ACH.
- Increased accuracy in financial transactions by maintaining a well-organized filing system for all accounts payable documentation.
- Ensured accurate expense allocation with diligent review of invoices for proper general ledger coding.
- Reduced discrepancies in financial records by conducting thorough account reconciliations and rectifying any inconsistencies.
- Served as a key contact person for external vendors, addressing inquiries on payment statuses promptly and professionally.
A/P Specialist
4 Years 7 Months- Streamlined processing workflows to enhance operational efficiency and reduce turnaround time for claims.
- Conducted regular audits of processing procedures, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices.
- Reconciled credit card accounts and prepared annual 1099s.
- Streamlined data entry processes for increased accuracy and reduced errors in documentation.
- Maintained high levels of accuracy throughout daily tasks, resulting in a strong track record of minimal errors or rework required.
- Processed vendor payments and expense reports via Concur.
- Handled full cycle AP functions.
Accounts Payable Associate
2 Years- Managed payment schedules, optimizing cash flow and maintaining positive vendor relationships.
- Processed high-volume invoices efficiently, ensuring timely payments to vendors.
- Reconciled vendor statements, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline accounts payable processes and improve accuracy.
- Conducted audits of accounts payable transactions to ensure adherence to company policies and regulations.
- Entered invoices and audited employee expense reports.
- Managed W-9 data entry and supported check runs.
NSF Accounting Analyst
2 Years 2 Months- Developed and maintained comprehensive reports for budget tracking and forecasting.
- Maintained comprehensive reports for budget tracking and forecasting.
- Analyzed financial data to support decision-making processes and identify trends.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting procedures and enhance efficiency.
- Resolved lockbox discrepancies and processed ACH payments.
- Supported month end reconciliations and supported A/P functions.
General Ledger Accountant
11 Months- Prepared journal entries and reconciled general ledger accounts consistently.
- Managed month-end close processes ensuring accuracy of financial statements.
- Analyzed variances in financial reports to support strategic decision-making.
- Reconciled bank statements and supported A/P functions as backup.
Staff Accountant
2 Years- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure timely payments and collections.
- Assisted in preparing financial statements and reports for internal review.
- Utilized accounting software to maintain accurate financial records and streamline data entry processes.
- Coordinated with auditors during annual audits to provide necessary documentation.
- Performed month-end accruals and reconciliations.
- Managed invoicing, cash receipts and expense reports.
Education
Skills
Financial statement reporting
General Ledger Management.
Financials Statements & Reporting.
Bank & Account Reconciliations.
Variance analysis
Journal Entries.
Expense auditing
Team collaboration
Team Collaboration & Independent Execution.
Timeline
Accountant/Corporate Staff Accountant
Community Management Associates
10.2015 - 06.2026Read More
Accounts Payable Accountant
CiG Wireless
01.2011 - 03.2015Read More
A/P Specialist
Automobile Protection Corporation
06.2006 - 01.2011Read More
Accounts Payable Associate
AmeriCold Logistics
06.2004 - 06.2006Read More
NSF Accounting Analyst
Cingular Wireless (now AT&T)
02.2002 - 04.2004Read More
General Ledger Accountant
Worthing Companies
06.2001 - 05.2002Read More
Staff Accountant
WaCa
06.1999 - 06.2001Read More
Georgia State University
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Technical Proficiency
Vantaca, VMS, SharePoint, Solomon, Peachtree, Concur, Great plains, Oracle, Yardi, Skyline, Timberline, AMSI, Platinum, AS400, Lotus 123, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Word, Excel, V Lookup, Pivot tables