Melissa A Stewart

Melissa Stewart Lewiston, ID 83501-- Highly organized and detail-focused Accountant/Auditor and Full-Charge Bookkeeper with track record of accurately and efficiently supporting overall accounting activities. My directive is to engage in a career that will allow for progress in terms of expertise, socio-economic development, and innovation through exposure to new ideas for professional growth, as well as growth of the company. Willing to relocate: Anywhere Authorized to work in the US for any employer Work Experience Staff Auditor Goffinet & Clack CHTD - Orofino, ID June 2015 to Present - Paid and filed electronically client federal, state and local payroll tax liabilities along with 401(k), HSA, FSA and workers compensation funding for several companies. - Processed AP, AR, and CR and reconciled bank statements. - Booked adjusting entries to trial balance and performed monthly and year-end close. - Performed Governmental Audits for various schools, Highway Districts, and Cities. - Assisted in the preparation of Audit Reports. - Reviewed financial statements and ascertaining compliance of accounting procedures - Completed Individual and Corporate Tax Returns. General Manager 2nd Street Entertainment - Lewiston, ID September 2017 to June 2018 • • • • • • Zone 208 The Crawl Space Boomtown Managed the day to day activities Lead Bartender at all four locations. Tripled profits in 6 months Office Manager/Bookkeeper Home Instead Senior Care - Oklahoma City, OK October 2005 to April 2015 - Maintained records of all financial transactions and updated all accounting records of same Evaluated all records and checked for accuracy of balance and postings Handles the tasks of preparing weekly and monthly report for the Chief Officer Responsible for preparing tax reports and tracking overdue accounts Audited and reconciled financial data several times a year Ensured AP/AR practices always aligned with subsidiaries in accordance with GAAP principles - Managed the staff including scheduling, hiring and termination. - Administered payroll, taxes, AP, AR, and monthly reports - Quarterly and Annual Returns and Deposits ( 941, 940, W-2, W2G, W9, 1099-R, 1099-Misc) Financial Accountant Norman Regional Hospital - Norman, OK August 2001 to October 2005 - Classify and record deposits, vendor invoices, credit card charges and expense reports - Create and record journal entries for overhead allocation, labor distribution and the like - Prepare checks for review and signature - Quarterly and Annual Returns and Deposits ( 941, 940, W-2, W2G, W9, 1099-R, 1099-Misc) - Developed an effective system for delivering fully-audited financial reports to management by each deadline. Internal Auditor GE Financial Services - Various June 1997 to July 2001 • Lead, plan, and perform financial and operational audits. • Initiated follow-up efforts to assure compliance with enterprise-wide strategic risks • Lead fraud investigation audit which lead to the successful prosecution and recovery of over $70,000 • Recommended the dissolution of an unprofitable subsidiary Company that resulted in $100,000 or more in annual savings (recommendation adopted by senior management) • Managed, coordinated, and facilitated each assigned audit • Recommended change in procedure that resulted in a 70% reduction in Company bad-debt ratio in a major business unit • Provided consulting services (resident expert) for corporate research project to assure compliance with Federal and State regulators (GLBA & OFIR) for the development of a Comprehensive Written Information Security Program (CWISP) Education Bachelor's in Accounting San Diego State University - San Diego, CA August 1993 to June 1997 Certification in Bookkeeping San Diego Mesa College - San Diego, CA June 1996 to May 1997 Associate in Computer Information Science Coleman College - San Diego, CA June 1994 to June 1996 Associate in Sociology San Diego State University - San Diego, CA August 1993 to June 1995 Skills A/P (10+ years), A/R (10+ years), Accounting (10+ years), Auditing (4 years), Payroll (10+ years), Microsoft Office (10+ years), Quickbooks (10+ years), UltraTax (10+ years) Certifications/Licenses Food Handler Bookkeeper Driver's License Assessments Accounting Skills: Bookkeeping — Highly Proficient January 2019 Measures a candidate's ability to calculate and determine the accuracy of financial data. 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Additional Information SKILLS PROFILE - Comprehensive knowledge of accounting and auditing principles, A/P, A/R, payroll, general ledger postings, invoicing, taxation issues, and regulatory compliance guidelines. - Expertise in developing and delivering monthly, quarterly, and annual Profit and Loss statements and Balance Sheets for management within strict deadlines. - Keen ability to analyze cost control, providing timely and frequent financial information that supports corporate goals and objectives. - Proven ability to identify and implement improvements to streamline processes and increase efficiency and productivity. - Excellent technology skills; proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint), QuickBooks, & Microsoft Dynamics. - 10+ years in Bartending and Serving the public.