MARDELLE JOHNSON
Fairfield
Summary
Finance professional with extensive experience in financial reporting and audit coordination at EBE, Inc. Proven track record in implementing accounting systems that enhance efficiency and accuracy. Strong leadership skills foster team development, while expertise in account reconciliation ensures compliance and operational excellence. Proficient in FAS Encore and Microsoft Excel.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
EBE, Inc.
Pleasant Hill
01.2006 - Current
- Managed financial reporting and compliance for EBE, Inc., ensuring regulatory adherence.
- Coordinated audits, serving as primary contact for external auditors during year-end processes.
- Implemented accounting systems to enhance operational efficiency and streamline workflows.
- Guided finance team in best practices, improving overall performance standards.
- Monitored accounts receivable and payable, ensuring accurate reconciliation of transactions.
- Prepared monthly financial statements and managed complex reconciliations of accounts.
- Processed payroll using advanced software, maintaining accurate employee records.
- Conducted performance evaluations to support employee development initiatives.
Senior Accountant
Scarbrough Management Corp.
San Ramon
09.2000 - 01.2006
- Oversaw monthly close processes, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
- Reviewed and approved journal entries for accuracy and adherence to regulations.
- Maintained detailed records of account transactions, encompassing invoices, payments, and journal entries.
- Implemented process improvements to optimize efficiency within accounting workflows.
- Prepared monthly financial reports for management review and decision-making.
- Managed daily closing, reporting, and reconciliation functions effectively.
- Reconciled bank statements with general ledgers on a monthly basis.
- Monitored accounts payable to guarantee timeliness and accuracy in payment processing.
General Ledger Accountant
Scarbrough Management Corp.
San Ramon
02.1993 - 09.2000
- Managed general ledger accounts and ensured accuracy of financial records.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciled account discrepancies.
- Analyzed financial data to identify expense trends and variances.
- Assisted in year-end closing processes and audit preparations.
- Utilized accounting software for efficient transaction processing and reporting.
- Reviewed and reconciled general ledger accounts for completeness.
- Processed payroll data within general ledger system for accurate tracking.
- Maintained fixed asset records and prepared depreciation schedules.
Accounts Payable Clerk
Scarbrough Management Corp.
San Ramon
04.1991 - 02.1993
- Processed vendor invoices for timely payments and accurate record-keeping.
- Maintained organized filing systems for financial documents and accounts payable records.
- Coordinated with vendors to efficiently resolve payment discrepancies.
- Assisted in monthly reconciliations of accounts payable statements.
- Entered data into accounting software to ensure transaction accuracy.
- Responded promptly to vendor inquiries regarding payment statuses.
- Analyzed purchase orders, contracts, and related documents within accounts payable cycle.
- Collaborated across departments to address issues with vendors and suppliers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Golden Gate University
San Francisco, CAAssociate of Arts - Accounting
Heald Business College
Walnut Creek, CASkills
- FAS Encore and Prosystems FX
- RTI Office and Sage
- Navision and Great Plains
- ADP and Paychex Flex
- Account reconciliation
- Payroll administration
- Audit coordination
- Financial reporting
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Staff management
- Fixed asset management
- CashPro
- Microsoft PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, Word, and Publisher
Professional References
Provided upon request.
Community Service
Treasurer (President-2024), Edgewater at Green Valley Homeowners Association, Fairfield, CA, 01/01/05, Present
Professional Work History
- Controller, EBE, Inc., Pleasant Hill, CA, 01/01/06, Present
- Senior Accountant, Scarbrough Management Corp., San Ramon, CA, 09/01/00, 01/01/06
- General Ledger Accountant, Scarbrough Management Corp., San Ramon, CA, 02/01/93, 09/01/00
- Accounts Payable Clerk, Scarbrough Management Corp., San Ramon, CA, 04/01/91, 02/01/93
Professional Highlights
Excellent qualifications in financial, managerial and cost accounting and analysis with a history of continuous improvement in cross-functional areas for both increased revenue and decreased expense., Trusted with the financial oversight and authority of 4 entities with up to 51 mid-size business locations. Prepared initial entries through general ledger, journal entries, and bank reconciliations of up to seven entities and 32 locations., Skilled in the production and presentation of consolidated financial statements, to include: balance sheets, profit and loss statements, statement of cash flow, Performa, and Covenants, for key company executives., Provide daily oversight of financial analysis, regulatory reporting, cash management, accounting, forecasting, auditing and payroll activities that lead to long-term improvements in cost savings, profitability and productivity., Knowledge and application of GAAP (General Accounting and Auditing Principles), Fiscal authority of $75M in annual revenue capital, Preparation of payroll, sales, and property tax returns., Handle inquiries from State Auditors staff and government agencies to provide client-specific or project-related financial documentation., Oversee internal processes and controls to ensure financial information is processed protected and reported accurately and timely., Liaison with Certified Professional Accountant (CPA) to perform annual financial review/audit., Payroll, benefit management, liaison with CPA to assist with the annual review of 401K., Recruit, hire, train, and terminate employees., Oversee financial operations, as well as, create, implement, monitor, and evaluate policy & procedures., Demonstrated ability to proactively work independently, to produce and lead exceptional performance within a team environment and to creatively resolve problems and capitalize on opportunities., Supervise and complete annual performance evaluations for staff of three.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Controller
EBE, Inc.
01.2006 - Current
Senior Accountant
Scarbrough Management Corp.
09.2000 - 01.2006
General Ledger Accountant
Scarbrough Management Corp.
02.1993 - 09.2000
Accounts Payable Clerk
Scarbrough Management Corp.
04.1991 - 02.1993
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
Golden Gate University
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Heald Business College