Tara Holden
Covington
Summary
Very efficient and highly successful at streamlining and automating accounting systems. Excellent at resolving accounting discrepancies with accounting ledgers. Excellent with verbal and communication skills, very responsible diligent and thorough, well organized and independent in completing projects. Sharp analytic, problem solving and presentation skills. Looking to obtain an accounting position within a company allowing high potential for growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Accountant / Controller
Great American RV Superstores / Coast Technology LLC
09.2021 - Current
- Responsible for all aspects of month end financials and quarterly/annual liquidity. Directly support owners and CFO performing accounting duties for numerous business subsidiaries, reconciling intercompany liabilities, preparing budgets, providing in-depth customer analysis on profits/losses and cash analysis.
- Streamline month-end close procedures, enhancing accuracy and reducing processing time.
- Prepare comprehensive financial reports for executive leadership, enabling data-driven decision-making.
- Oversee all aspects of the month-end close process, ensuring timely completion of accurate financial statements for executive review.
- Mentor junior accountants, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
Client Accounting Services Associate
Ericksen Krentel LLP
10.2016 - 09.2021
- Handled accounting duties for various clients across multiple industries. Duties included accounting clean up in preparation for annual returns, monthly and quarterly sales tax returns, payroll and quarterly payroll tax returns, insurance premium verifications, accounting software conversions, preparation of financial statements, depreciation, quarterly tax deposits, resolved accounting discrepancies within accounting ledgers, reconciled subsidiary ledgers, and offered advisory services for non-profit board meetings.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to improve efficiency across departments.
- Played an integral role in launching successful projects by coordinating tasks among team members while adhering closely to established timelines and budgets.
Accountant
B & B Electrical Services, Inc.
04.2012 - 04.2016
- Managed general ledger entries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Developed financial reports to support strategic decision-making and performance analysis.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable processes, improving cash flow management efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting, Office Management
Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA05.2010
Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft, Office, Outlook, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Peachtree, QuickBooks, Intacct, Restaurant 365, AccountEdge, CCH Access, Document, Teams, Roam, Buildertrend, IDS, QuickBase, and ACL
Certification
- Certified QuickBooks Pro-Advisor
- Certified Sage Intacct Accounting Specialist
Timeline
Executive Accountant / Controller
Great American RV Superstores / Coast Technology LLC
09.2021 - Current
Client Accounting Services Associate
Ericksen Krentel LLP
10.2016 - 09.2021
Accountant
B & B Electrical Services, Inc.
04.2012 - 04.2016
Bachelor of Science - Accounting, Office Management
Southeastern Louisiana University