Allison (Leghart) Kelso

Cost Accountant/General Accountant at Tech Spec, Inc. (TSI Titanium)
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Experience

    • United States
    • Primary Metal Manufacturing
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Cost Accountant/General Accountant
      • Aug 2021 - Present

      -Monthly reporting and analysis of manufacturing costs, variances, process yields and inventory reserves -Prepare weekly sales margin report and labor absorption reports -Weekly review and posting of labor -Assist in handling audit requests -Ad hoc reporting to various departments to assist in their understanding of data and enhance performance -Maintain standard costs in the ERP system and evaluate differences -Prepare and record journal entries, including but not limited to amortization and depreciation, ASC606 revenue recognition, 401k contribution, and cash transactions -Monthly reconciliation and adjustment of inventory -Balance sheet reconciliations -Collaborate with other departments and management to maintain clarity and endure we consistently meet customer standards and needs -Track customer profit and loss statements, as well as evaluate sales margins by various factors to determine areas of improvement to increase profitability -Track and monitor GL trends -Assist with billing as necessary -Cross-train in payroll processing

    • United States
    • Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Accountant II - Cost Controls
      • Jan 2020 - Aug 2021

      -Daily review and reporting of activities completed by operations and assist in resolving issues-Investigated cost variances and resolved errors from transactions or adjustments via journal entry or cost updates-Submitted and reviewed inventory value reports and transactions registers for abnormalities-Checked and closed non-standard, rework, and cancelled discrete jobs-Provided cost and inventory data to other departments on a regular basis and as specifically requested to assist them in the performance of their functions-Analyzed and reported on, as applicable, all inventories including defective vendor material, material at vendors and subcontractors and customer's material in our plants along with movement to, from and between any of the above-Assisted in physical inventory and obsolescence review process at various site-Assisted in project pending close process-Assisted in internal and external audit requirements and ensure GAAP compliance as it relates to inventory

    • Accountant II - Accounts Payable
      • May 2019 - Jan 2020

      -Assisted in monthly closing procedures in a more in-depth manner, including reconciliations and reporting-Oversaw temporary employee and intern and provided training and guidance to enhance their learning and professional experience-Assisted in IT initiatives that focused on process improvement to increase efficiency within the AP department- Provided analytical and reporting information for other departments, such as internal audit, tax, treasury, and executive offices to aid in their decision-making processes-All responsibilities listed in Accountant I role

    • Accountant I - Accounts Payable
      • Apr 2017 - May 2019

      -Managed both corporate travel cards and purchasing cards by administering cards, addressing issues with both cardholders and bank personnel, and recording expenses properly in Oracle by preparing monthly journal entries-Reviewed and approved employee expense reports for accuracy and validity-Processed invoices and ensured timely payments to suppliers, as well as responded to any supplier or internal inquiries for both Elliott Company and Ebara International Company – Cryodynamics Division-Processed weekly pay cycles for checks, credit cards, ACH, and wire payments, both through Oracle and IFS ERP systems and banking websites-Acted as Accounts Payable liaison to facilitate transition of payables and employee expenses from Cryodynamics division in IFS to be incorporated into existing Oracle functionality

    • United States
    • Retail Groceries
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Staff Accountant II
      • Dec 2016 - Mar 2017

      -Performed month end closing procedures and prepared Ætos Construction Co. monthly financial statements. -Entered bottom line financial results for Giant Eagle consolidated financial statements-Prepared various analyses and spreadsheets for management of Ætos Construction Co./Giant Eagle, Inc.-Managed corporate and 3rd party accounts receivable, prepared billings for collection of 3rd party receivables-Managed the project costs of 2,000-2,500 concurrent construction projects in a fiscal year-Responded to any internal and external customer inquiries-Performed account reconciliations and managed and maintained all modules of Timberline Construction Accounting System

    • Senior Accounts Payable Specialist
      • Jul 2015 - Dec 2016

      -Processed invoices timely and accurately according to established procedures-Investigated invoices without the required information-Processed the daily AP check run and resolved any rejections or issues while ensuring timely and accurate payments to vendors-Assisted in month end closing: journal entries, account reconciliations, review of AP aging report and verifying expenses

    • United States
    • IT Services and IT Consulting
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Accountant
      • Aug 2013 - Jul 2015

      -Oversaw all aspects of the procure to pay process, including (but not limited to) generating purchase orders, receiving vendor bills, creating customer invoices, receiving customer payments, and paying vendor bills -Generated cash flow predictions and other financial reports -Oversaw all aspects of the procure to pay process, including (but not limited to) generating purchase orders, receiving vendor bills, creating customer invoices, receiving customer payments, and paying vendor bills -Generated cash flow predictions and other financial reports

    • Billing Manager - Auto & Comp
      • Mar 2013 - Aug 2013

      Bill and track auto accident and workman's compensation cases. Send patient statements and field calls from patients and insurance carriers.

    • Front Desk Clerk
      • Mar 2011 - Mar 2013

      Answer phones and schedule patient appointments. Look up insurance benefits and collect co-pays. Track supplies sold and balance drawer at beginning and end of each shift.

    • Research and Development Assistant
      • Aug 2009 - Jul 2010

      Batched, evaluated, and bottled formulas per requests received to expand customer base. Improved current formulas and developed unique products. Performed shelf life studies to ensure stability of all products. Emphasis on natural sweeteners.

    • Quality Control Analyst/Microbiologist
      • Mar 2009 - Aug 2009

      Analyzed products for bacterial growth to ensure that they were safe for consumption. Checked that products fell within given chemical and physical specifications. Aided in correcting problems throughout production line.

    • United States
    • Retail
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Brand Representative
      • Aug 2003 - Jul 2010

      Aided customers; prepared merchandise for sales floor, according to visual directives. Operated cash register. Aided in training incoming employees.

    • Assistant Manager
      • Oct 2008 - Mar 2009

      Assisted customers, prepared incoming merchandise for the sales floor and upheld company-wide visual standards. Tracked sales figures and motivated brand representatives to drive sales. Responsible for nightly register counts and deposits.

    • Paid Intern
      • May 2008 - Jul 2008

      Fed and provided general care for orphaned and injured native wildlife, including raptors, skunks, squirrels, opossums, raccoons, bats, rabbits and songbirds. Maintained enclosures.Aided in simple medical procedures. Kept precise records on all animals that came through the facility. Became certified and received pre-exposure vaccinations in order to care for rabies vector species.

    • Volunteer
      • Sep 2006 - May 2008

      Fed and provided general care for orphaned and injured native wildlife, including raptors, skunks, squirrels, opossums, raccoons, bats, rabbits and songbirds. Maintained enclosures.Aided in simple medical procedures. Kept precise records on all animals that came through the facility. Became certified and received pre-exposure vaccinations in order to care for rabies vector species.

Education

  • University of Pittsburgh - Joseph M. Katz Graduate School of Business
    MS Accounting, Accounting
    2011 - 2013
  • Penn State University
    Bachelor of Science, Animal Bioscience
    2004 - 2008

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