Karla Atkins
New Harmony
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in internal controls and financial reporting. Demonstrated success in safeguarding municipal funds and enhancing operational efficiency through strategic planning and accurate financial practices.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Clerk-Treasurer
Town of New Harmony
New Harmony, IN
05.1994 - 09.2024
- Managed budget preparation and financial reporting for municipal operations.
- Oversaw payroll processing and vendor payments, ensuring timely disbursements.
- Implemented financial controls to enhance accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Developed strategic plans for resource allocation to optimize town services.
- Safeguarded municipal funds through proper cash handling procedures and regular bank reconciliations.
- Facilitated prompt vendor payment processing by verifying invoices against purchase orders and contracts before issuing checks or electronic transfers.
- Improved financial record accuracy by diligently maintaining and updating accounting records for the municipality.
- Maintained organized filing systems for easy retrieval of financial documents during audits or investigations.
- Assisted in annual budget preparation by compiling financial data and forecasting future expenses.
- Managed investment portfolios prudently maximizing returns while minimizing risks.
- Managed payroll processes for all city employees, ensuring timely and accurate disbursement of salaries.
- Established internal controls to prevent unauthorized access or misuse of municipal resources effectively reducing instances of fraud.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Southern Indiana
Evansville, IN12-1991
Skills
- Bank reconciliation
- Procurement processes
- Accounts receivable
- Employee benefits administration
- Accounts payable
- Payroll processing
- Budget preparation
- Internal controls
Timeline
Clerk-Treasurer
Town of New Harmony
05.1994 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Southern Indiana