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 Created and implemented standardized invoice and payroll processes for internal and external use Process bi-monthly payroll for 5 internal employees and 9 external employees through multiple payroll systems Perform accounting functions for 5 small businesses, including initial QuickBooks setup Interact effectively with senior management and customers, explaining and answering importance ofaccounting/payroll procedures implemented Compiled, analyzed, and recorded revenue for 503c non-profit entity for prior three years as well as assisted in reestablished503c filing status

• Weekly and monthly bank reconciliation and review; identifying, researching, and resolving any issues that arise• Prepare and complete monthly financial statements for 5-7 hotel properties ensuring accurate and timely reporting by the 10th of each month• Review weekly accounts payable for correct expense coding and corresponding check runs• Reviewed, entered, and prepared accruals and general month-end journal entries for 5-7 hotels• Daily review of deposits and nightly sales postings• Coordinated and communicated with general managers and other hotel staff in order to resolve any questions or issues between payroll, accounts payable, or hotel guests

• Create and maintain monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial reports for over 60 storage facilities in order to ensure accurate and timely reporting to the ownership groups• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll departments• Perform accounts payable functions for expenses of over 60 storage facilities• Responsible for generating 500+ checks to vendors on a weekly basis• Prepare and coordinated Payroll functions for 125+ employees twice a month• Supervise, train, and assist accountant-in-training with accounting principles and application • Primarily utilize QuickBooks to track financial data and ensure timeliness of bill payments

Ft. Lewis, Wa

• Demonstrated leadership by managing cargo and passenger manifests• Interacts effectively with teams and individuals gained from 6 years in the U.S. Army Reserves • Oversaw flight preparation to include evaluation of individual components and initiated needed repairs• Managed inventory load process, minimizing fuel consumption in order to reduce fuel costs • Addressed customer concerns by rearranging plans and cargo to accommodate unexpected obstacles• Communicated equipment defects or deficient supplies to superiors through verbal and written reports• Maintained helicopter repair records by providing journal entries and data summaries.

Seattle, Wa

• Provided excellent customer service by accurately completing sales transactions, answering customer questions, and finding solutions for customer concerns• Worked as part of a team to maximize productivity and efficiency• Managed cash and operated register for credit and cash transactions

Burlington, Wa

• Experience with Excel spreadsheets for data collection and reconciliation• Recommended pathways for receiving products based on quality trends to maximize work flow and reduce company costs• Facilitated inter-departmental work flow by delegating tasks based on fluctuating manufacturing pace

Bachelor'S Degree, Accounting

Bachelor'S Degree, Accounting