Experience

Hiland Dairy Foods Company, LLC

• Dairy Product Manufacturing
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Corporate Accountant

  • Aug 2022 - Present



Southwest Baptist University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Controller

  • Sep 2015 - Aug 2022

  The Controller is the chief accounting officer and is responsible for overseeing the accounting system and financial reporting.Essential Functions:Oversees the processing and accuracy of financial records.Works with the Vice President for Administration/Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to prepare financial information for internal and external parties.Assists in the University-wide budgeting process.Leads/guides the annual University preparations for the external audit, including work paper preparation.Directly supervises the professional accounting staff in jointly evaluating and maintaining an effective accounting system.Monitors cash flow/credit line borrowing to ensure sufficient cash funding is maintained by the University.Monitors federal student aid expenditures and request timely and appropriate funds from the U.S. Department of Education.Directs the overall functions and services of the accounting department with an emphasis on excellent customer service to all internal and external constituents.Supervision:This position receives general direction and supervision from Vice President for Administration/Chief Financial Officer. This position directly supervises and reviews the work of the Accounting Supervisor and Senior Accountant/Payroll Supervisor and indirectly to the Cashiers, Accounts Payable Clerk, Director of Credit/Collections and Payroll Clerk.



Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Controller\Director of Human Resources

  • May 2012 - Aug 2015

  Oversee all accounts payable, receivable, payroll and HR functions and staff for the Chamber of Commerce, CVB and Taney County Economic Development Partnership. Prepare management reports and financial summaries using Microsoft Excel and Mas90-Crystal Reports. Manage payroll and prepare payroll tax returns and prepare the annual payroll and benefits budget. Responsible for the development and implementation of all Human Resource initiatives. Provide guidance and support to supervisors regarding employee relations including conflict resolution, performance management, hiring and termination. Conduct employee surveys and prepare management reports and presentations regarding the organization’s HR activities. Assist Executive Team with the development and implementation of the organization’s long term workforce plan. Key Contributions: Designed and implemented a new employee orientation process to address onboarding issues Led project for the full employment of the organization’s CRM system that resulted in increased member engagement Implemented employee training program to increase staff efficiency and engagement Implemented goal driven performance evaluation system and trained supervisors on its use Developed a policy and procedure handbook to assist supervisors with day to day workforce management



Edco Group, Inc.

• Payroll & Accounting Manager

  • 2011 - 2012

  Manage all accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll functions and staff. Prepare management reports and summaries. Research and report to senior management on payroll tax laws impacting operations in new business markets. Oversee corporate registrations for three entities conducting business in 20 states. Manage sales and use tax payments and returns. Assist with annual audit and oversee annual 401k audit. Develop and audit financial controls and procedures.Key Contributions: Centralized multi state and Canadian payroll operations for 600+ workforce Restructured accounting office for improved efficiency and effectiveness Developed job descriptions for accounting positions Established payroll controls and audit procedures



Branson/Lakes Area Chamber of Commerce

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director Of Human Resources & Accounting

  • 2008 - 2011

  Oversee all accounts payable, receivable and payroll functions and staff. Responsible for the development and implementation of Human Resource initiatives. Prepare management reports and financial summaries using Microsoft Excel and Mas90-Crystal Reports. Manage payroll and prepare payroll tax returns and assist with annual budget.

• Human Resources & Accounting Manager

  • 2006 - 2008

  Managed accounts payable, receivable, payroll and human resource functions. Assisted with month end account reconciliation and reporting. Prepared quarterly tax reports and reconciliations. Assisted with the annual budget.Key Contributions: Created and implemented annual performance review system and processes. Created job descriptions for all positions within the organization. Led project to develop an updated BLACC/CVB employee handbook. Reduced outstanding accounts receivables by 40% through improved collections processes.



Forest Institute of Professional Psychology

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director Of Human Resources

  • 2005 - 2006

  Managed all human resources, payroll functions and staff. Assisted with the development of the annual payroll budget. Managed the federal work-study program including the development of external work site opportunities. Assisted accountant with balancing monthly accounts, administrating federal health and human services grants, preparing for annual audits and supervising accounts payable/receivable staff. Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual payroll reports for management. Key Contributions: Conducted job analysis and created job descriptions for all positions within the organization. Led committee to construct and revise the employee handbook.



Forest Institute of Professional Psychology

• Payroll & Accounting Manager

  • 2003 - 2005

  Supervised business office operations and staff including Payroll, A/R, and A/P. Processed payroll, performed benefit administration and new employee onboarding. Supervised work study program and developed external work site opportunities. Assisted Controller with account reconciliation, the annual budget process and the annual financial audit. Supervised business office operations and staff including Payroll, A/R, and A/P. Processed payroll, performed benefit administration and new employee onboarding. Supervised work study program and developed external work site opportunities. Assisted Controller with account reconciliation, the annual budget process and the annual financial audit.



Forest Institute of Professional Psychology

• Payroll & Accounting Coordinator

  • 2000 - 2002

  Processed payroll and coordinated all accounts payable and receivable activities of a busy front office. Served as an administrative assistant to the Vice President of Finance, assisting the Vice President with special projects and assignments.

• Front Office Receptionist & Accounts Payable Clerk

  • 1999 - 2000

  Answered switchboard and provided customer service to students and guests. Prepared daily deposits, delivered daily mail, processed payables and verified invoicing and receipts.



Stanford Medical Systems

• Insurance Billing Clerk/Customer Service Agent

  • 1987 - 1999

  Family owned and operated business. Processed private insurance, Medicare, Champus and Medicaid claims for durable medical equipment and oxygen including procuring required medical documentation and pre-certifications. Assisted customers with questions regarding insurance claims and co-insurance/deductible amounts due. When requested, assist President with administrative assistant duties such as typing correspondence, receiving clients and preparing monthly schedule. When needed, assisted with sales calls and monthly service calls. Assisted full charge bookkeeper with accounts receivable and prepared reports for outstanding receivables due. ________________________________________