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Charlotte, Nc

Rock Hill, Sc

Provide accounting and bookkeeping services as an independent contractor for a high-volume restaurant in Rock Hill, SC. Account for all income and expenses; record and maintain financial data in the general ledger, process all billings and invoices, reconcile bank accounts/credit cards, and generate a variety of insightful financial reports. Process a bi weekly payroll for restaurant staff and maintain employee files/records. Organize and generate year-end financial reports and statements for owner and tax accountant for federal, state, and local tax returns.Notable Achievements:•Work closely with restaurant owner and consult/advise on ways to reduce operational expense, eliminate waste, and enhance the bottom line. •Successfully negotiate cost-effective agreements with vendors and service providers.

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Perform duties in a multifaceted role as an Accountant/Business Manager that includes Finance/Accounting, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Shipping/Receiving, and Warehouse Management. Complete monthly bank and credit card reconciliations, process accounts payable (A/P), generate checks, and record/maintain data. Generate a variety of insightful management reports; weekly A/P and sales reports, as well as a monthly ‘PNL’ for management review. Handle a large volume of orders and address/resolve any discrepancies with products or order fulfillment within a 24-hour period. Account for and verify all product shipments via delivery services such as UPS, USPS, and FedEx. Organize and stock products in the warehouse and conduct a physical count weekly; alert team on any items for order and continuously maintain a clean and well organized warehouse. Work extensively with Woo Commerce System (platform/online database system) to address any product refunds or discounts, and update inventory count for the website weekly. Input product numbers into the QuickBooks System to synchronize the sales into the program multiple times a day. Record all SKU’s and new product items into the system, as well as cost of the item, and retail price. Administer Webgility (online platform) to synchronize sales to QuickBooks System; enter any new items or products with retail price provided from Marketing/IT team into program; verify all product descriptions/pricing are accurate. Track all products from time of initial purchase order to billing in QuickBooks System. Notable Achievements:•Partner with leadership and cross-functional staff and directly support all operational areas for this high-volume online CBD order processing company that processes thousands of orders monthly and generates $7.3M annually.•Directly supported management with a successful transition for a new Chart of Accounts.

Charlotte, North Carolina Area

Accountable for all facets of accounting and bookkeeping for 9 of the company's American Burger Company restaurants. Recorded and maintained accounts payable; processed and signed checks for vendors, ACH payments, completed all bank reconciliations, and entered payroll numbers into QuickBooks Enterprise. Administered budgets, produced P&L's and performed reconciliations on the balance sheet. Prepared monthly inventory adjustments for all 9 restaurants. Filed and paid monthly sales taxes and sales and use taxes. Produced P&L's and balance sheets and reviewed with restaurant GM's and upper management. Provided audit support and aided with month, quarter and year-end close process. Completed other financial projects as assigned.•Excelled in role with full accounting responsibility for the company’s American Burger restaurant chains; assisted in the conversion/consolidation of the 4 BT Burger Joint’s into the American Burger chain for a total of 10 entities.•Supported management in a successful transition of a new Chart of Accounts.

Charlotte, Nc

Hired as a 1099 employee and worked directly with CFO Eric Lederer on numerous key financial projects for 90+ domestic and foreign owned restaurants. Aided CFO with annual report (10-K) and quarterly report (10-Q) filings as well as audit support. Worked on sales reports and royalty forms for multiple restaurant concepts. Extensive due diligence of future possible acquisitions. Assisted CFO in consolidations for month, quarter and year-end closures. •Promoted to a permanent Accountant position in 1/2015 based on exemplary work performance.

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Performed daily bookkeeping for 2 entities that consists of four locations. Processed payroll in Great Plains System and payroll direct deposits on company’s bank websites. Performed Positive Pay procedures on bank websites for all payroll checks. Recorded and maintained GL accounts, handled all accounts payable, and generated invoices in Eempact System to 70+ clientele. Entered and reconciled Advanced Funding packets into the general ledger. Prepared, filed, and paid Form 940’s and 941’s. Paid weekly federal and state tax payments. Prepared month-end Workers Comp filings and payments. Accountable for daily cash management reporting on current/future sales forecasting. Produced and reviewed P&L’s and balance sheets with upper management.Notable Achievements:•Improved upon Excel spreadsheets used for cash management and sales forecasting spreadsheets; incorporated pertinent information such as growth as a percentage and variances for YTD and weekly comparisons.

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Accountable for all facets of accounting and general ledger management for 9 of the company’s American Burger Company restaurants. Recorded and maintained accounts payable/receivable; reviewed, approved, and processed checks for vendors, posted payments, completed all bank reconciliations, and verified/entered payroll numbers into the QuickBooks Enterprise System. Administered budgets, produced P&L’s and performed reconciliations on the balance sheet. Prepared monthly inventory adjustments for all 9 restaurants. Consulted with executive management on ways to control cost and improve the bottom line. Provided critical audit support and aided with monthly, quarter and year-end close process. Completed other special financial projects as assigned.Notable Achievements:•Excelled in role with full accounting responsibility for the company’s American Burger restaurant chains; assisted in the conversion/consolidation of the 4 BT Burger Joint’s into the American Burger chain for a total of 9 restaurants.

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

Hired as a contracted worker and worked directly with CFO Eric Lederer on numerous key financial projects for 90+ domestic and foreign owned restaurants. Aided CFO with annual report (10-K) and quarterly report (10-Q) filings as well as audit support. Worked on sales reports and royalty forms for multiple restaurant concepts. Conducted extensive due diligence of future possible acquisitions. Assisted CFO in consolidations for monthly, quarterly, and year-end closures.Notable Achievements:•Promoted to a permanent Accountant position in 1/2015.

Charlotte, North Carolina Area

Provided foreign currency exchange services for wide array of international markets/funds. Ensured accurate balancing of inventories and maintained cash stock balances for all represented currencies. Complied with all company policies, procedures, and protocol, as well as regulations governing foreign funds servicing and management.