Michele Chase
Paducah
Summary
Dynamic Accounting Specialist with a proven track record at Computer Services, Inc., enhancing workflow efficiency and accuracy in accounts payable and payroll processing. Skilled in accounting software and data entry, I excel in audit support and possess strong attention to detail, successfully reducing processing time and minimizing errors.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Specialist
Computer Services, Inc.
05.2021 - 07.2025
- Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions efficiently.
- Reconciled monthly financial statements to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Assisted in preparing financial reports using accounting software.
- Managed payroll processing and ensured timely employee payments.
- Supported audits by organizing documentation and providing necessary data.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance workflow efficiency within the department.
- Trained new staff on accounting systems and best practices for accuracy.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and improve financial communication.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Software.
- Supported month-end closing process by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis reports.
- Increased efficiency in accounts payable and receivable management, reducing processing time and minimizing errors.
- Established effective communication channels with vendors and customers to resolve outstanding issues timely manner.
Payroll Specialist
Computer Services, Inc.
06.2015 - 05.2021
- Processed payroll data using ADP software to ensure timely and accurate employee compensation.
- Reviewed payroll reports for discrepancies, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Assisted in the implementation of new payroll systems, enhancing efficiency and accuracy of payroll processing.
- Collaborated with HR to resolve employee inquiries regarding pay, deductions, and benefits information.
- Maintained confidential employee records, safeguarding sensitive information per company policies and legal standards.
- Conducted regular audits of payroll entries to identify errors and streamline reconciliation processes.
- Trained new staff on payroll procedures and best practices to enhance team performance and productivity.
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
- Created new hire and termination documents for payroll.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for Number employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
- Prepared year-end reports for W-2s and 1099s, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in tax filing.
- Generated paper checks for employees and printed stubs for associates who received direct deposits to complete payroll distribution.
- Collaborated with human resources to maintain up-to-date employee information for precise payroll calculations.
- Documented and processed all garnishments for bankruptcies, student loans, and child support orders.
- Managed garnishments, levies, and support orders in accordance with legal requirements, reducing company liabilities.
- Facilitated smooth onboarding of new hires by efficiently entering relevant data into the payroll system.
- Confirmed compliance with all applicable federal, state and local payroll laws and regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paducah Tilghman High School
Paducah, KYSkills
- Invoice processing
- Foreign currency transactions
- Accounts payable
- Recordkeeping skills
- Account reconciliation
- Accounting software
- Microsoft Excel
- Data entry
- Payroll processing
- Audit support
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Accounting Specialist
Computer Services, Inc.
05.2021 - 07.2025
Payroll Specialist
Computer Services, Inc.
06.2015 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
Paducah Tilghman High School