Meredith Jones is an experienced accounting professional with over 15 years of experience in various industries. She has expertise in budgeting and forecasting, financial statement preparation, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and month-end closing. Jones is proficient in Microsoft Office, SAP, Oracle, and other accounting software. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a minor in Accounting and is a certified ISO auditor.

1. MEREDITH JONES
Avondale, Arizona
623-640-3738
Meredith_Jones@hotmail.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/meredithijones
CRITICAL COMPETENCIES
● Budgeting and Forecasting ● Start-up Operations ● Financial Statements
● Accounts Receivable ● Financial Analysis ● Microsoft Office Products
● Accounts Payable ● Month-End Closing ● Ad Hoc Reports
● Account Reconciliation ● Payroll Processing ● Tax Report Preparation
EXPERIENCED ACCOUNTING PROFESSIONAL
Strategic and analytical senior accounting professional offering over 15 years of experience in various industries with
success in establishing start-up companies, financial statement preparation, budgeting and forecasting, detailed analysis,
account reconciliation and consulting with team members to understand their needs and priorities. Organized and results-
oriented leader who consistently meets deadlines with skills in reducing costs while spearheading operational
improvements to drive productivity, efficiency and increase stakeholder value.
Proficient in various software applications including SAP, Oracle, Great Plains, MAS90, Excel, Word and Access. Multi-
tasker that thrives in demanding environments while remaining focused and demonstrating self-motivation, a positive and
cooperative attitude, team building and high standards of performance.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Contract Accounting Positions at Staffing Agencies, Phoenix, Arizona 09/2014 to Present
Perform accounting functions including preparing sales tax returns online and manually for over 15 states, prepare and
enter journal entries, month-end closing, assist with external audit requests, enter invoices and payments, prepare financial
and sales reports, enter inventory, prepare billing for customers, track dish machine leases and loans, reconcile accounts,
process weekly payroll for up to 600 employees in 35 states, enter nonrecurring payments and deductions, approve
Novatime timesheets, prepare wage garnishment and tax payment reports.
Key Achievements:
» Made recommendations to make month-end closing more efficient and reduce redundancies.
» Streamlined petty cash reconciliation to reduce errors and make it more understandable.
» Updated weekly revenue reporting procedures with more detailed instructions.
» Prepared and paid various state sales tax within due dates to avoid late fees and penalties.
» Updated payroll process manual with more detailed instructions and screenshots.
» Reconciled state payroll tax payments for 35 states in imprest bank account.
Accountant at Suntech Arizona, Inc., Goodyear, Arizona 12/2010 to 02/2013
Managed all accounting functions including month-end closing, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, billing, variance
analysis, inventory and account reconciliation.
Key Achievements:
» Saved company up to $60K a year by voluntarily taking on bi-monthly payroll duties for over 100 employees.
» Successfully took on Acting Financial Manager responsibilities as needed.
» Consulted with department managers to understand their business needs resulting in more efficient operations within
departments.
» Saved company money by ensuring customers were paid on time and accurately taking any discounts allowed.
» Analyzed variances in budget and recommended adjustments to managers keeping departments within budget.

2. Controller at Superior Car Wash Systems, Inc., Phoenix, Arizona 06/2008 to 11/2009
Managed all accounting and human resource functions for over 50 employees including payroll, budgeting, HR reports,
month-end closing, financial statements, benefit administration, managing and training 2 employees, sales tax filings, and
ad hoc reporting.
Key Achievements:
» Streamlined and established documented processes resulting in reducing month-end closing from 9 to 4 days within
3 month time period.
» Initiated self-teaching and understanding of complete processes in Peachtree financial software.
» Analyzed and cleaned up general ledger accounts and accurately reconciled monthly in accordance with GAAP.
» Created general ledger and bank account reconciliations in Excel thereby providing proper documentation and
analysis tools.
» Organized and consolidated financial reports to eliminate duplicate efforts and minimize mistakes which provided
upper management with more timely and accurate financial information allowing them to make critical business
decisions.
Accounting Manager at Autom Church Supply, Phoenix, Arizona 05/2007 to 05/2008
Managed accounting and human resource functions including managing and training 5 employees, payroll, benefit
administration, budgeting, financial analysis, sales tax filings, month-end closing and financial statements.
Key Achievements:
» Identified inadequacies in accounting control procedures and operational processes and recommended improvements
resulting in better controls and efficient processes.
» Monitored and analyzed monthly Key Performance Indicators to assure department and company goals were met.
» Produced monthly ad hoc reports for management based on their individual needs and analyzed budget vs. actuals
resulting in improved budgetary management.
» Reduced monthly outstanding accounts receivable from $45K to $20K resulting in increased cash flow.
» Managed all accounting functions of partnership company using Quickbooks.
Accountant at Government Liquidation, LLC, Scottsdale, Arizona 10/2005 to 04/2007
Managed all accounting and finance functions for start-up sister company including financial analysis, journal entries,
general ledger reconciliations, financial reporting, month-end closing, property tax filings and external audits.
Key Achievements:
» Prepared accurate monthly, quarterly and yearly internal and external financial statements in accordance with GAAP
on a timely basis.
» Attended advanced Excel course to enhance skills and performance of reporting responsibilities.
» Set up general ledger accounts in system and multiple state business licenses for new start-up sister company.
» Assisted with SOX audit by providing schedules and maintained legal compliance when company went public.
» Devised and formatted monthly Excel journal entries to upload into system, thereby saving time.
» Received Outstanding Job Performance Award and bonus for high performance in 2006.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration, Washington State University, Richland, Washington
Minor in Accounting, Graduated cum laude
CERTIFICATIONS
State of Arizona Notary Public 11/2001 to Present
RABQSA Certified ISO 9001:2008 Internal Auditor 09/2011 to Present

3. PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Member, Business and Professional Women, Phoenix, Arizona 08/2009 to Present
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Caretaker, Personal Family Member 03/2013 to 09/2014
Mentor, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona 08/2001 to Present