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Education
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Tyra Christmas

Ward,AR

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Controller

Motel Sleepers, Inc
12.2021 - 02.2024
  • Manage 15-20 corporate employees and 252 facilities employees based on current business needs, including data entry, accounts payable, receivable and payroll
  • Prepare financials for 16 facilities located in 11 different states, along with various state filings in those states
  • Bank Reconciliation for 36 different accounts, largest of which contains more than 1500 checks per month and over $5million in volume
  • Interact with Business Owners as necessary for additional projects or tasks that need completed
  • Prepare annual budget
  • Works with external auditors and provided needed information for annual audit
  • Maintains current understanding of state and federal taxes for 11 different states to prevent any legal or compliance issues.

Office Manager

P. Allen Smith & Assoicates
03.2020 - 11.2021
  • Overseeing work of all office employees for 5 companies to ensure work productively and meet deadlines and company standards
  • Overseeing out of town, in town and farm work crews, time management, scheduling with clients, safety, material management for job site
  • Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies
  • Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow
  • Reduced costs with meticulous budget monitoring and expense tracking for essential supplies and equipment
  • Facilitated smooth communication between departments, addressing concerns promptly to maintain harmonious work relationships
  • Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants
  • Improved employee retention rates by fostering positive work environment and providing growth opportunities through training programs
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services
  • Implemented new software tools for streamlined project management, increasing efficiency in task completion across teams
  • Assisted in recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote seamless integration into team dynamic
  • Developed comprehensive policy manuals outlining procedures and guidelines, contributing to well-organized workplace culture
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records
  • Served as liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets
  • Oversaw facility maintenance requests, coordinating with building management to address repairs or improvements efficiently

Accounting Clerk Part-Time

Small Business Specialist, Miller & Company CPA
02.2020 - 08.2020
  • Updated accounting records for 18 clients checks and cash receipts
  • Gathered data and uncovered fraud, embezzlement or liabilities during auditing procedures
  • Used Quick books to track all income and expenses for all types of business
  • Payment processing
  • Manage 18 clients accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations and payroll function
  • Coordinated budget information by assessing estimated income and expenses as well as historical budgets
  • Administered biweekly payroll to ensure accurate and timely employee compensation
  • Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures and correct problems with physical and digital files
  • Maintained current understanding of state and federal accounting procedures to prevent any legal or compliance issues.

Human Resource & Payroll Administrator

Twin City Transportation
05.2018 - 02.2020
  • Streamlined payroll processes by implementing efficient software and automation tools
  • Reduced errors in payroll calculations with meticulous attention to detail and thorough data verification
  • Ensured timely salary disbursements for 123 employees, maintaining strict adherence to company policies and deadlines
  • Ensured timely salary disbursements for employees, maintaining strict adherence to company policies and deadlines
  • Managed accurate records of employee time off, leave balances, and attendance for precise pay calculation
  • Collaborated closely with HR and accounting teams to coordinate benefits deductions, tax withholdings, and other adjustments
  • Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions
  • Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing
  • Supported overall financial health of organization by ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, contributing to positive work environment
  • Processed payroll garnishments such as tax liens and child support
  • Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution

Medical Biller & Collections

Aerocare holdings inc.
05.2015 - 05.2018
  • Streamlined billing processes by implementing efficient procedures to improve accuracy and reduce errors.
  • Enhanced revenue collections for DME with diligent follow-ups on unpaid claims. Conducted regular audits of billing records to ensure accuracy and completeness, enhancing overall financial performance for t practice.
  • Reduced claim denials by meticulously reviewing patient insurance information and coding practices.
  • Ensured timely payments from insurance providers through submission of accurate and complete claims.
  • Verified accuracy of accounts payable payments, resulting in 85% reduction in payment errors and check reissues
  • Utilized various software programs to process customer payments

Education

No Degree - Medical Insurance Coding

Medical Management Institute of Coding
Online

High school Diploma -

HIGH SCHOOL, WOODLAWN
Rison, AR
06.1989

Skills

  • Accounting Management
  • Internal Control Management
  • Pricing and Costing
  • Corporate Finance
  • Cost Accounting
  • Debt Management
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Tax Compliance
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Employee Management
  • Business Administration
  • Human Resources Management
  • Microsoft Dynamics 365
  • SharePoint Administration
  • Bookkeeping
  • Audit Management
  • Payroll Processing
  • Financial Reporting

Timeline

Controller

Motel Sleepers, Inc
12.2021 - 02.2024

Office Manager

P. Allen Smith & Assoicates
03.2020 - 11.2021

Accounting Clerk Part-Time

Small Business Specialist, Miller & Company CPA
02.2020 - 08.2020

Human Resource & Payroll Administrator

Twin City Transportation
05.2018 - 02.2020

Medical Biller & Collections

Aerocare holdings inc.
05.2015 - 05.2018

No Degree - Medical Insurance Coding

Medical Management Institute of Coding

High school Diploma -

HIGH SCHOOL, WOODLAWN
Tyra Christmas