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Lauren Genovese
Crown Point,IN
Summary
Professional financial specialist with robust experience in managing accounts and financial records. Demonstrates strong ability to collaborate within teams and adapt to changing business needs while consistently achieving results. Skilled in accounts payable/receivable, financial reporting, and reconciliation. Known for reliability, efficiency, and strategic problem-solving in financial operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Bookkeeper
St. Bridget Catholic Church
05.2022 - Current
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs for the parish of approximately 500 active families.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Prepared monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accurate representation of parish's financial position.
- Enhanced cash flow management through timely invoicing and collection of outstanding receivables
- Implemented a more efficient filing system for financial documents, improving accessibility and organization.
- Provided reports to the Diocese of Gary annually to accurately reflect the parish's financial standing in accordance with diocesan protocol.
- Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
- Streamlined bookkeeping processes by implementing new accounting software, resulting in increased efficiency.
- Generated detailed financial reports for management review, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Facilitated budget reviews to best serve the needs of the parish.
- Audited vendors annually for accurate and updated Certificates of Insurance.
Finance Administrator
Good Success Solutions, Inc.
04.2018 - 08.2021
- Ensured timely payment of vendor invoices, maintaining strong relationships with contractors and investors.
- Completed clerical and data entry tasks to optimize financial procedures.
- Prepared and posted receipts and deposits to facilitate standard bookkeeping.
- Produced reports outlining latest financial information such as expenses, income and outstanding balances.
- Reduced budget discrepancies through meticulous monitoring and cross-checking of financial records.
- Monitored and compiled data and reports to present to leadership.
- Created new spreadsheets designed to simplify and streamline record-keeping.
- Maintained strict compliance with regulatory requirements, reducing potential risks associated with non-compliance penalties or fines.
- Audited approximately 25 vendors and contractors monthly to ensure all Certificates of Insurance were in compliance.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Prepared new policies in accordance with state and federal standards.
- Created promissory notes and mortgages for investors purchasing property in the county.
Education
No Degree -
Mercyhurst University
Erie, PAHigh School Diploma -
Lake Central High School
St. John, IN05-2014
Skills
- Bookkeeping
- Accounts receivable
- Accounting and Financial Reporting
- Quickbooks (Online & Desktop)
- Payroll processing with ADP
- Microsoft & Google Suites
- Bank reconciliation
- Vendor management
- Auditing
- Attention to detail
Interests
Timeline
Bookkeeper
St. Bridget Catholic Church
05.2022 - Current
Finance Administrator
Good Success Solutions, Inc.
04.2018 - 08.2021
No Degree -
Mercyhurst University
High School Diploma -
Lake Central High School
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