Toni Waddell
Statesville
Summary
Professional with strong background in accounting, equipped to drive financial accuracy and efficiency. Skilled in financial analysis, budgeting, and regulatory compliance. Known for reliable collaboration with teams and adaptability to changing needs. Excel in delivering results through strategic planning and problem-solving.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
KDJ Accounting Services, LLC
01.2000 - Current
- Led financial reporting processes to ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory standards.
- Developed and implemented accounting policies to enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
- Streamlined month-end close procedures, reducing processing time and enhancing accuracy in financial statements.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support budgeting and forecasting initiatives, driving strategic decision-making.
- Analyzed variances in financial reports, providing insights for management to optimize resource allocation.
- Utilized advanced accounting software to manage complex financial transactions and improve reporting capabilities.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Strengthened internal controls by reviewing processes, identifying gaps, and proposing improvements to safeguard against fraud or mismanagement of funds.
- Conducted monthly reconciliations for all bank accounts to ensure financial integrity.
Staff Accountant
Owl’s Eyes of Statesville
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable processes, enhancing cash flow management.
- Implemented new accounting software, improving efficiency in data processing and reporting.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
- Participated in internal and external audit processes to establish accurate financial records and comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
- Monitored cash flow closely to ensure sufficient funds were available for operational needs.
- Executed financial reporting, managing prepaid accounts, schedules, reconciliations, event settlements, and month-end accruals.
- Assisted comptroller with year-end financial audits.
- Managed monthly financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Developed financial policies that strengthened internal controls and risk management practices.
- Helped with preparation of year-end and statutory accounts to compare past reports and evaluate financial health of company.
- Supported management decision-making by providing detailed financial analysis and recommendations backed by data-driven insights.
- Created journal entry schedules to improve efficiency, support, and documentation of accounting processes.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving communication among team members.
Controller
Holiday Inn Express
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Managed Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payables
- Processed payroll and daily reconciliation of internal control
- Implemented training course for new employees
- Handled customer disputes and billing errors
- Created various spreadsheets for monthly reports on a daily basis
- Setup accounts for new clients
- Processed human resource documents that related to hiring, termination and insurance changes
- Made daily bank deposits and logs of cash inflow and outflows
Data Entry Clerk
Dorothy M Reep, CPA PA
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Processed tax returns for corporations, partnerships and individuals
- Setup filing system for tax returns
- Provided customer service to the public regarding tax procedures
Assistant Secretary
Mitchell Community College
01.2000 - 01.2000
- Typed letters and routine correspondence; performed various filing duties
- Assisted office personal in different office activities
- Processed registration fees for students and posted same in computer
Education
MBA/ACC - Accounting
University of Phoenix
Charlotte, NC01.2013
B.A. - Accounting
Gardener Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC01.2004
Associates Degree - Accounting
Mitchell Community College
Statesville, NC01.2000
Skills
- General ledger accounting
- Financial reporting
- Audit support
- Financial statement review
- Bank reconciliation
- Generally accepted accounting principles
- Payroll processing
- Expertise in QuickBooks
Timeline
Staff Accountant
Owl’s Eyes of Statesville
01.2008 - 01.2011
Senior Accountant
KDJ Accounting Services, LLC
01.2000 - Current
Controller
Holiday Inn Express
01.2000 - 01.2005
Data Entry Clerk
Dorothy M Reep, CPA PA
01.2000 - 01.2001
Assistant Secretary
Mitchell Community College
01.2000 - 01.2000
B.A. - Accounting
Gardener Webb University
Associates Degree - Accounting
Mitchell Community College
MBA/ACC - Accounting
University of Phoenix