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KELLY BIVENS MAITLEN

Cleveland

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: 2 weeks notice

Desired Job Title

Accounting ManagerAccounting CoordinatorAssistant ControllerAccounting SupervisorAccounting Specialist

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkConsulting

Location Preference

RemoteHybridOn-Site
Location: Cleveland, TNChattanooga, TN
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$80000/yr - $200000/yr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPaid time offHealthcare benefits401k match

Summary

Results-driven Accounting Manager with expertise in financial analysis, budget management, and regulatory compliance. Leads teams to enhance performance and achieve financial objectives through effective communication and problem-solving. Skilled in preparing financial statements, monitoring controls, and managing closings with a focus on accuracy and efficiency.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Accounting Manager

Dick Jones and Associates
Cleveland
03.2003 - Current
  • Generated monthly and quarterly financial statements for management analysis.
  • Tracked revenue and expenditures, reconciling accounts to uphold accuracy standards.
  • Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
  • Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely payments and accurate expense recording.
  • Reduced discrepancies in financial data with thorough account reconciliations and adjustments.
  • Ensured compliance with tax regulations by preparing accurate federal, state, and local tax filings on time. Processing sales and use tax, excise tax, and monitoring payroll taxes to ensure tax compliance.
  • Provided accurate ad-hoc financial analysis to support management in making informed business decisions.
  • Implemented robust controls for expense management, significantly reducing unnecessary expenditures.
  • Oversee payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution of employee payments.
  • Contributed to successful external audits, preparing all necessary documentation and facilitating auditor inquiries.

Accounting Coordinator

Wellington Group
Cleveland
01.1998 - 02.2003
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring prompt payments to vendors and customers.
  • Supported the month-end closing process, efficiently processing journal entries and posting accruals.
  • Maintained accurate documentation regarding accounts payables and accounts receivables in accordance with company policies.
  • Prepared weekly cash reports detailing all payments and disseminated to relevant management staff.
  • Coordinated department workflow and monitored processes to enhance efficiency.
  • Assisted with year-end audit preparation, gathering supporting documents and responding to auditor inquiries.
  • Provided exceptional customer service while resolving billing disputes or payment discrepancies with clients.

Education

Associate of Science - Accounting

Cleveland State Community College
Cleveland, TN
05-2002

Skills

  • Financial reporting
  • Tax compliance
  • Labor compliance
  • Tax strategy
  • Technical accounting skills
  • Payroll administration
  • Reconciliation skills
  • Budget projections
  • Forecasting
  • Financial forecasting
  • GAAP understanding
  • QuickBooks
  • Excel
  • ERP (Compass, Epicor)
  • Analytical skills
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Project management
  • Communication skills

Certification

AP & AR Certification, 01/01/12

Accomplishments

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society

Timeline

Accounting Manager

Dick Jones and Associates
03.2003 - Current

Accounting Coordinator

Wellington Group
01.1998 - 02.2003

Associate of Science - Accounting

Cleveland State Community College

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