joy skelton

xxx-xxx-xxxx
625 saratoga circle #0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000
abc@xyz.com

executive profile

versatile accountant

results-focused accountant eager to contribute expertise in strategic budgeting/financial management, proactive cost controls and broad-scope business support toward collaborating with a progressive organization in maximizing bottom-line performance. 

key skills

   accounting strategies

   risk management

   government regs

   problem resolution

  customer service

  data analysis

  payroll analysis

  efficiency practice

   • fraud identification

  compliance research

  communication protocols

  training & mentoring

key functional

abilities

ø  strong technical and quantitative background with the ability to work independently on multiple research projects with specialized knowledge of general accounting, payroll taxes, analysis, management, budgeting, cash management, cost accounting, management reporting, inventory, payroll, accounts receivable and payable, and information systems.

ø  successfully hire, train and lead top-performing accounting teams.

ø  in-depth knowledge of vendor relations related to appropriate utilization of financial data.

ø  competent leader and mentor who is able to create a team environment, including building collaborative relationships, training peers to perform at maximum efficiency, and the capacity to form cross-functional coalitions in order to ensure knowledge is shared across departmental lines.

ø  proven ability to adapt strong process knowledge and technical skills to diverse organization needs.

ø  demonstrate dynamic leadership qualities and strong communication skills in successfully facilitating and delivering comprehensive financial strategies.

ø  carefully analyze various documents and reports in order to identify and reconcile potentially costly errors.

ø  develop expert plans of action according to specific financial needs, both expeditiously and effectively.

ø  ensure critical internal and regulatory compliance as well as data integrity/quality control by proficiently analyzing financial trends in the market to identify relevant information and advise clients appropriately. 

ø  embrace company initiatives and lead process integration efforts throughout various departments.

ø  analyze corporate actions regularly in order to plan and execute dissemination of company data in an efficient and timely manner.

ø  capable of in-depth research and data analysis with the purpose of improving efficiency best practices and productivity. 

ø  develop and implement numerous protocols and policies with the purpose of identifying and resolving relevant issues in a proactive manner. 

ø  technology savvy and proficient in multiple software application and accounting platforms including;  windows, word, excel, powerpoint, great plains dynamics, jonas, country club systems, applied systems, general government management application system, peachtree accounting, csg.

professional career

path

earlier experience

education

dominion video satellite                                                                               current

position: club controller

  primary responsibilities included extensive direction of financial activities for sky angel, an internet protocol service company providing christian and family programming to over 120,000 subscribers.  specific functions include;

  prepares reports which summarize and forecast company business activity and   financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present, and expected operations;

  directs preparation of budgets, reviews budget proposals, and prepares necessary supporting documentation and justification;

  recruits, hires, trains, and mentors top performing accounting team with the purpose of keeping attrition low. 

windstar club, inc                                                                                     2004-2005

position: club controller & cfo

  primary responsibilities included comprehensive management and oversight of accounting department for 450 member private country club.  specific functions included;

  brought financial information up to date by reorganizing staff and procedures;

  facilitated preparation of annual budget;

  tracked numerous member assessments and various financing plans;

  prepared monthly financial statements, annual audit schedules;

  reported directly to finance committee and board of directors.

island country club                                                                                   2003-2004

position: club controller

  primary responsibilities included management of accounting staff and accounting procedures for 450 member private country club.  specific functions included;

  oversight and direction related to annual budget preparation process;

  preparation of monthly financial reports and provided analysis to board of directors;

  compiled audit schedules and oversaw annual audits.

city of austin                                                                                              2001-2003

position: senior accountant

  primary responsibilities included inclusive management and oversight of annual budget of approximately $25 million covering 150 employees.  specific functions included;

  successful conversion of fixed asset date to new gasb 34;

  tracked more than 30 cash and investment accounts;

  monitored special assessment payments and additions;

  managed fixed asset reporting;

  prepared weekly and monthly cash reports for city council;

  compiled audit schedules for annual audits;

  prepared state and federal monthly and annual reports.

- controller, network center, inc                                          

- accounting manager, dawson insurance agency                                           

- accountant, acm, t.l. stroh architects                                            

- staff accountant, eide helmeke & co.                                            

- bachelor of science c accounting, university of minnesota

- certification c public accountant, north dakota state board of accountancy