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Tomas McDonald

Lehigh Acres,FL

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. Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Bookkeeper

Lehigh Acres Middle School
Lehigh Acres, FL
02.2011 - Current
  • Maintained and reconciled general ledger accounts.
  • Prepared financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and statement of cash flows.
  • Assisted with the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
  • Conducted monthly bank reconciliations.
  • Performed month-end closing activities.
  • Ensured accuracy in all accounting entries and records.
  • Developed internal control procedures to ensure accurate recordkeeping.
  • Resolved billing discrepancies with vendors or customers promptly.
  • Posted journal entries to the general ledger system accurately and timely.
  • Verified accuracy of vendor invoices against purchase orders prior to payment processing.
  • Entered deposits, credit card charges and sales entries to facilitate cash management.
  • Maintained full compliance when executing and tracking bank reconciliations, A/P, invoicing, billing and collections.
  • Reviewed purchase documents and company receipts for reconciliation with statements.
  • Analyzed financial transactions, assigning to specific accounts.
  • Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
  • Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
  • Matched orders with invoices and recorded required information.
  • Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
  • Compiled current budget data from estimated revenues, expenses and prior budgets.

General Manager of Food Service

Taco Bell
Ft Myers, FL
06.1998 - 02.2011
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Created operational policies and procedures to ensure efficient operations, quality control, and safety standards.
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure proper supply of food items at competitive prices.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify opportunities for growth.
  • Trained and supervised staff members in all aspects of restaurant operations.
  • Monitored daily financial transactions and prepared weekly reports for management review.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by conducting regular inspections, enforcing safety regulations, and responding promptly to any hazards or accidents.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining excellent customer service standards.
  • Ensured compliance with all local health codes, sanitation regulations, and company policies.
  • Developed relationships with key customers to maximize revenue potential.
  • Established effective communication between kitchen staff and wait staff to provide seamless service experience for guests.
  • Scheduled staffing levels according to expected business volume on a daily basis.
  • Managed inventory levels ensuring that adequate supplies are available at all times while minimizing waste.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures throughout the organization without compromising quality of product or service delivery.
  • Reconciled daily transactions, balanced cash registers and deposited restaurant's earnings at bank.
  • Hired and trained new food service personnel to maintain high productivity levels of staff.
  • Managed inventory and rotated food products in storage to avoid spoilage and waste.
  • Supervised portion control and quantities of preparation to minimize waste.
  • Reviewed daily task list with employees and assigned tasks for completion.
  • Adhered to company food, safety, quality and sanitation policies.
  • Reduced food waste by overseeing and planning ingredients, anticipated customers and popularity of items.

Education

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Florida SouthWestern State College
Fort Myers, FL
06.2017

High School Diploma -

Rutherford High School
Panama City, FL
06.1997

Skills

  • Bookkeeping Software
  • Accounting
  • Financial Recordkeeping
  • Inventory Tracking
  • General Ledger Maintenance
  • Spreadsheet Tracking
  • Bookkeeping
  • PeopleSoft Expert
  • General Ledger Entries

Timeline

Bookkeeper

Lehigh Acres Middle School
02.2011 - Current

General Manager of Food Service

Taco Bell
06.1998 - 02.2011

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Florida SouthWestern State College

High School Diploma -

Rutherford High School
Tomas McDonald