Kiera DeCoste
Owen Sound,ON
Summary
Detail-oriented Bookkeeper well versed in payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable functions. Excelled in sole proprietorship and corporate bookkeeping services delivery and learned new technologies to improve efficiency. Impressive accounting and communications skills leading to desirable outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Bookkeeping Manager
Gardhouse Financial Counsel
01.2022 - Current
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Provided comprehensive accounting support by managing functions like payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and business expense processing.
- Streamlined daily reporting information entry for efficient record keeping purposes.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
Grey Motors Mazda
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Performed front office procedures; phone management, assisted customers and staff, email correspondence, data entry, faxing, stock-keeping duties
- Balanced Tills, took customer payments, accounts receivable/payable
- Coordinated customer appointments for service department and rental vehicle reservations
- Assumed role of Service Advisor for interim in addition to regular duties to fill vacancy for employees
- Implemented systems using Word and Excel to create better workplace efficiency
Administration Assistant
New Wave Ice Cream
07.2020 - 10.2020
- Answered multiple console telephone system
- Performed data entry and filing of invoices and reports
- Input invoices from vendors for accounts payable/receivable
- Processed orders submitted by sales reps and checked orders for accuracy
Bridal Consultant
Once Upon a Time Weddings
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Communicate via email and on the telephone, with proper etiquette, to gain appointments, referrals and return guests
- Placed bridal orders and closed the final sale by accepting cash, credit card, or layaway
Receptionist/Administration Assistant
Barrie Nissan
02.2019 - 11.2019
- Serve as primary point of contact for an average of 30 incoming phone calls per day, addressing inquiries and resolving concerns
- Balanced Tills, took customer payments, accounts receivable/payable
- Performed clerical duties (filing, sorting documents)
Member Service Representative
PACE Credit Union
03.2018 - 11.2019
- Completed customer banking transactions and applications, with proper confidentiality
- Follow proper safe handling of funds, vault storage with locks and combinations.
Customer Care Supervisor
Leon's Furniture Ltd
10.2012 - 09.2017
- Supervised a team of 10+ associates, provided training and assistance for all customer service representatives when in need
- Completed opening tasks including system start-up, as well as closing tasks to ensure proper order creation and financial records
- Balanced cash drawers and made bank deposits at end of shift
Education
High School Diploma -
Independent Learning Centre
Skills
- Organization and Time Management
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Exceptional Attention to Detail
- Conflict Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Calendar and Appointment Management
- Customer Satisfaction
- Maintaining Financial Records
- Computer Proficiency
- Payroll processing
- Tax preparation
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Bookkeeping Manager
Gardhouse Financial Counsel
01.2022 - Current
Receptionist/Administrative Assistant
Grey Motors Mazda
03.2021 - 01.2022
Administration Assistant
New Wave Ice Cream
07.2020 - 10.2020
Bridal Consultant
Once Upon a Time Weddings
12.2019 - 03.2020
Receptionist/Administration Assistant
Barrie Nissan
02.2019 - 11.2019
Member Service Representative
PACE Credit Union
03.2018 - 11.2019
Customer Care Supervisor
Leon's Furniture Ltd
10.2012 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
Independent Learning Centre
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