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Kathy Gearhart

Bozeman,MT

Summary

Accomplished Senior Bookkeeper with a proven track record at MT Contracting, Inc. Spearheaded the transition to new accounting software, enhancing efficiency. Skilled in financial reporting and audit support, Excel in streamlining processes and fostering team collaboration. Expertise in QuickBooks and commitment to continuous improvement have significantly reduced financial reporting errors.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Bookkeeper

MT Contracting, Inc.
04.2017 - Current
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Maintained accurate historical records.
  • Provided comprehensive accounting support to company by managing functions like payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and business expense processing.
  • Complied with local, state, and federal laws and requirements.
  • Spearheaded the transition to a new accounting software system for more efficient record-keeping capabilities.
  • Assisted in audit preparations by gathering required documentation and ensuring compliance with internal controls and policies.
  • . Facilitated accurate expense tracking by coding invoices to appropriate general ledger accounts and allocating costs across multiple projects.
  • Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough monthly reconciliations of bank statements, credit card transactions, and expense reports.
  • . Streamlined the month-end closing process by implementing more efficient procedures for reconciling account balances and generating financial statements.
  • . Collaborated closely with external auditors during annual reviews to address inquiries promptly while minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
  • Managed Financial data for 4 companies.

Executive Project Assistant

Big Mountain Glass and Windows, LLC
03.2013 - 05.2017

Coordinated cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives within strict deadlines.

  • Developed strong relationships with external partners by effectively communicating expectations and resolving conflicts in a timely manner.
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Increased transparency of ongoing projects through regular status reports.
  • Championed best practices in project management methodologies, driving continuous improvement efforts across the organization.
  • Maintained detailed records of project progress, providing
  • Responsible for all project documentation required for the successful completion of over 3 million dollars in annual revenue.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

MSU Billings
Billings, MT

High School Diploma -

Billings Senior High School
Billings, MT
06-1974

Skills

  • Bank reconciliation
  • Accounts receivable
  • Accounts payable
  • Financial reporting
  • Audit support
  • Policy and procedure implementation
  • Tax preparation
  • Quickbooks
  • Financial statement preparation
  • Year-end closing

Timeline

Senior Bookkeeper

MT Contracting, Inc.
04.2017 - Current

Executive Project Assistant

Big Mountain Glass and Windows, LLC
03.2013 - 05.2017

Some College (No Degree) - General Studies

MSU Billings

High School Diploma -

Billings Senior High School
Kathy Gearhart