Michelle Forrest Email & Phone Number

• Analyzed budget to actual variances for two cost center groups and forecast expenses
• Prepared expense close template, gathered variance analysis, reviewed for clarity
• Coordinated international pre-close meeting-held to address manufacturing and inventory issues prior to corporate close
• Presented division variance analysis at pre-close and corporate close meetings
• Utilized time difference with India finance team to enable more efficient close reporting
• Calculated and accrued monthly… Show more

• Accepted permanent position with flexibility and reduced responsibilities to complete degree
• Set-up and terminated utility accounts as needed – researched and resolved issues
• Managed vendor statements and calls - researched outstanding invoices and credits
• Processed past due AP for rush payment
• Assisted in maintenance of payables files to insure accountability and ease audit processes
• Reviewed selected store AP for accuracy before importing into accounting system

• Trained and managed AR/AP staff of five
• Coordinated daily processing of up to 950 receivables and company AP
• Maintained G/L accounts
• Directed the reconciliation of 20 monthly bank accounts
• Helped design and maintain accounting systems, internal controls and procedures
• Assisted Controller in preparation and review of monthly financials

Monitered CS reps for call center, wrote, presented and tracked training.

Mba, Accounting

Bba, Accounting

Activities and Societies: Alpha Sigma Lambda - Adult Students Honor Society, Delta Mu Delta