Monica Ishida
Thornton
Summary
Experienced accounting professional with a wealth of experience in managing diverse accounting functions. Recognized for consistently delivering accurate financial records and supporting fiscal integrity. Focused on fostering team collaboration and adept at adapting to changing business needs. Proficient in financial analysis, reconciliation, financial reporting, tax preparation, and account reconciliation. Utilizes strong analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and compliance. Demonstrated track record of optimizing financial processes and providing valuable support for effective decision-making.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounting Contractor
Pistil Data
03.2022 - 12.2024
- Enhanced financial accuracy by conducting thorough account reconciliations and adjusting journal entries.
- Facilitated process improvements by identifying areas of inefficiency within the accounting department and proposing actionable solutions.
- Exhibited proficiency in various accounting software platforms, quickly adapting skills when transitioning between programs as needed for client projects.
- Contributed to higher levels of team productivity by actively participating in regular meetings focused on enhancing internal communication.
- Streamlined accounting processes through the implementation of automation tools, resulting in increased efficiency.
- Improved cash flow management by analyzing accounts receivable and implementing effective collection strategies.
Payroll and Accounting Office Manager
T-Enterprises, Inc
12.2014 - 06.2021
- Company Overview: T-Enterprises fully acquired Vision Graphics in February 2020
- My role in the consolidated entity expanded both my finance & human resource responsibilities across all subsidiaries of T- Enterprises, with multiple locations in Mississippi, Colorado, and Texas
- Responsible for entry and processing of biweekly payroll for multiple locations, including hourly and commissioned pay, garnishments, expense reimbursements, benefits and off cycle checks
- Responsible for the design and development of policies, procedures, internal controls throughout the accounting, sales and customer service departments
- Process improvements within the accounting & administrative teams and developed partnerships with operations to improve the communication and efficiency between all departments
- Assisted financial controller (from plan design to execution) with the conversion of the group health insurance benefit to a high-deductible plan option with an HSA employer matching contribution, which produced cost savings of more than $300K in 2019
- Implemented accruals for payroll expenses into the appropriate periods allowing comparability of results versus prior years where these expenses were booked on a cash basis
- Responsible for all recruiting and hiring of accounting team and front office staff, including drug screens and background checks
- Support the executive team in any way needed, including creating agendas, training schedules, cost reporting and coordination between locations
- Manage and maintain the CFO’s day to day needs, including scheduling meetings, conference calls and travel
- T-Enterprises fully acquired Vision Graphics in February 2020
- My role in the consolidated entity expanded both my finance & human resource responsibilities across all subsidiaries of T- Enterprises, with multiple locations in Mississippi, Colorado, and Texas
Sales Auditor/Sales Office Administrator
Scotts Lawn Service
03.2012 - 12.2014
- Responsible for weekly entry of payroll and commissions
- Recruiting and staffing for sales call center, including the completion of all background, drug screen and new hire procedures
- Develop procedures for organization and reporting of 26 Call Center Sales Representatives
- Responsible for creating network, email and user accounts for all sales associates
- Install hardware and software for Sales Call Center
- Entry and distribution of new sales leads to sales reps
- Reporting and audits of daily sales for individual markets and campaigns
- Responsible for checking the entry of 200+ sales per day
- Entry of new customer accounts
Sales Associate/Trainer
JC Penney
08.2007 - 02.2011
- Training of all new hires for sales floor
- Point-of-Sale System operation
- Assist customers with gift registry orders
- Stock new product during floor sets and fill fixtures to core standards
Office Manager
Colorado Timberline
10.2006 - 02.2007
- Order Entry
- Enter and process returns
- Set up new customer files in the sales database
- Enter Accounts Receivable & assisting with collections
- Assist sales and marketing team in preparing for national trade shows
- Attend national trade shows with the sales department to show new product and gain new customer leads
Office Manager
Colorado Timberline
08.2003 - 02.2005
- Order Entry
- Enter and process returns
- Set up new customer files in the sales database
- Enter Accounts Receivable & assisting with collections
- Assist sales and marketing team in preparing for national trade shows
- Attend national trade shows with the sales department to show new product and gain new customer leads
Education
Business and Operations -
DeVry University
01.2005
Skills
- Accounts receivable management
- Accounts payable management
- Payroll processing
- Bank reconciliation
- Accounting software proficiency
- General ledger management
- Cash flow management
- Tax preparation and filing
- Intercompany transactions
- Revenue recognition
- Internal controls implementation
- Month-end closing
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- Collections Law
- Payroll Law
- Employment Law
- How to Organize and Manage Accounts Payable
- Understanding Financial Statements
- Accounting Statements, Balance Sheets and more
- Transitioning to Supervisor
- Sales & Use Tax Workshop
- Human Resource Basics
- Active Shooter in the Workplace
Coreleadershipcompetencies
- 20+ years of accounting experience
- 15+ years of supervisory duties
- 5+ years of experience in human resources, payroll, and benefits administration
Timeline
Accounting Contractor
Pistil Data
03.2022 - 12.2024
Payroll and Accounting Office Manager
T-Enterprises, Inc
12.2014 - 06.2021
Sales Auditor/Sales Office Administrator
Scotts Lawn Service
03.2012 - 12.2014
Sales Associate/Trainer
JC Penney
08.2007 - 02.2011
Office Manager
Colorado Timberline
10.2006 - 02.2007
Office Manager
Colorado Timberline
08.2003 - 02.2005
Business and Operations -
DeVry University
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