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Mary A.
Waterloo, Iowa
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5-Star-Rated Certified Quickbooks Pro-Advisor
Current client openings: 1
By leveraging my skills and experience, I can help you unlock the essential insights hidden within your financial data, empowering you to make informed choices that drive your business forward. Let's work together to transform your numbers into a clear roadmap for growth and success.
TRANSFORMING DATA INTO ACTIONABLE INSIGHTS
-My expertise in QuickBooks Online allows me to efficiently set up, clean up, and maintain your accounts, transforming your raw financial data into concise, insightful reports that provide a clear, at-a-glance understanding of your business' financial health.
-Effective financial reporting is vital for informed decision-making and guiding your business' continued growth and success.
UNCOVERING THE STORY OF YOUR NUMBERS
-Numbers tell a story - they reveal both the positive and negative aspects of your operations. Understanding this financial narrative is essential for making effective, data-driven decisions.
-As a former business owner myself, I deeply appreciate the critical importance of robust bookkeeping and sound financial management.
EXPERIENCE
My experience includes a wide variety of businesses in e-commerce, retail, restaurant, real estate, wholesale, distributor, and service companies.
• Set up, maintain, and reconcile loan, bank, credit card, and ledger accounts.
• Review, analyze, trace discrepancies, and make corrections.
• Clean up and enter large amounts of transactions for past and current years’ books.
• Review profit and loss and balance sheets, checking for accuracy and making necessary journal entries, and closing monthly/yearly books.
• Review reports and ledger accounts to check for inconsistencies to establish effective financial reporting.
• Manage accounts receivables including posting of payments and deposits from checks, credit cards, Shopify, Amazon, and Paypal; monitor customer accounts.
• Manage accounts payables, paying vendors with credit card and ACH using Melio.
• Payroll submissions, mapping, and journal entries.
• Sales entries including tips, sales tax, cash, discounts, and fees.
• Submit monthly, quarterly, and yearly state sales taxes and forms.
- Bookkeeping
- Account Reconciliation
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Bank Reconciliation
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Google Docs
- Business Management
- Asana
- Microsoft Word
- Google Workspace
- Financial Report
- Google Sheets
Jayme A.
Brooklyn, Iowa
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to review my profile. I have over 20+ years of diverse accounting experience and a passion for crunching the numbers. My accounting work experiences has developed unique business acumen skills that has given me a higher comprehension of the accounting/bookkeeping procedures and processes. I am detail-orientated, a multi-tasker, organized self-started, independent with a drive to meet deadlines, a team player, and a strong verbal and written communicator.
Below are some recent projects/task I have completed:
Recent clean up project - YTD transactions totaled 3827, books have 18 accounts to reconcile and with prompt communication with the client I was able to have the YTD complete in 7 weeks. Communicate and response time is key in getting the work done timely and efficiently.
Recent workflow correction - Client started using QBO Bills and Invoices in Aug 2022. Was not matching the 280 transactions per month. Complex transactions with over payments and under payments for both deposits and withdrawals. After training for 3 days the workflow was corrected and the future transactions were matching correctly. This was caught in Oct 2022. 2 months of transactions were cleared up in 3 weeks with diligent research, transactional edits and constant communication.
My skills are expert level in the following:
Reconciliations
Accounts Receivable
Accounts Payable
Payroll - wages and tax (EE and ER)
Month-end closing
GAAP
Financial Analysis
Financial Reports
Budgets
Forecasting
Inventory
QuickBooks - ProAdvisor Certification
Payroll software - ADP, Paycheck and QuickBooks Payroll
Office applications - Word, Excel, Power Point and One Note
Google docs
Super tech savvy
Communication applications - email, slack, text, zoom
Verbal and written communication
Profit and Non-Profit, Corp, S-Corp, Partnerships, LLC and Sole Proprietor
Please feel free to contact me directly to discuss more about your business needs and how my skills mentioned above can meet those business needs.
With kind regards,
Jayme
- Bookkeeping
- Accounting Software
- Account Reconciliation
- General Ledger
- Month-End Close Assistance
- Payroll Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Tax Law
- Analytics
- Budget Planning
- Accounts Payable Management
- Microsoft Office
- QuickBooks Online
- Asset Management
- Document Conversion
- Accounts Receivable Management
Maddie K.
Forest City, Iowa
I help small business owners free up their time.
Small business owners often add “Bookwork” to their to do list, and because life happens and being a business owner gets busy, this task gets moved to a later date and a later date. Come tax time, it can be a huge stressor and then they have to seek additional support to play catch up and clean up.. With my 4-step method, I can catch you up to date and maintain your financial records so you can easily view your finances and make informed decisions to maximize your profits while being fully prepared for tax season.
I have experience in payment processors and online services such as Shopify, Square, Stripe, PayPal, and Clover to name a few. They can create a mess in the bookkeeping space if not done right. I specialize in several service based industries, including creative service businesses in the wedding arena, estheticians, transportation companies, and e-commerce businesses on platforms such as Shopify.
My services include but not limited to:
- setting up clients with QuickBooks Online
- ongoing bookkeeping with QuickBooks Online
- catching up on overdue bookkeeping
- managing invoicing and payments
- providing personalized charts of accounts and reports to meet your business goals and objectives
- reconciling each bank account so you can be sure the numbers are right
- providing a streamline and predictable process to keep things running smoothly
To get started
I need Accountant User access to your Quickbooks Account
I will then provide a review
Next would be communication to discuss the findings of the review and a game plan moving forward if you would like continued services
Hire me and sit back and relax while your bookkeeping needs for you and your business are met. Stress free tax preparation sounds great to me!
As the owner of Maddie Kadner Bookkeeping in Northern Iowa, I take pleasure in helping small business owners understand their finances to make better financial decisions. I am a certified QuickBooks Proadvisor with a wide range of bookkeeping experience that has helped me be a specialist in my area with platforms like PayPal, Square, Hubdoc, Harvest, Google Workspace, Relay, other integration softwares, and Quickbooks Online.
My official Qualifications:
- Certified ProAdvisor in QuickBooks Online
- AAS Degree
If you are interested, we can schedule a call to discuss your business further and determine a more detailed pricing plan.
- Bookkeeping
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Small Business Administration
- QuickBooks Online
- Square
Agena R.
Newton, Iowa
I am seeking bookkeeping and staff training opportunities.
I have strong skills in accounts receivable, billing, accounts payable, bank reconciliation, expense tracking, inventory setup and maintenance, general ledger coding, new company setup, Gusto/ADP/Paychex payroll detail entries and reports. I am proficient with QuickBooks, QB Online-(Platinum ProAdvisor), Shopify, Excel, and REI Rental Property Hub. I'm a quick learner with custom software.
QuickBooks Online Training via Zoom, Hourly contracts only. Training is bid at a higher hourly rate depending on the project difficulty and your team member's skill level.
Full Charge Bookkeeper since 1998, Remote Freelancer since 2015
I look forward to assisting you with your bookkeeping projects.
- Intuit QuickBooks
- Financial Statement
- QuickBooks Online
- Inventory Management
- Accounts Payable Management
- Accounts Receivable Management
- Training
- Training Session
- Team Training
- Employee Training
- Personal Training Session
Nathan A.
Milford, Iowa
I’m a QuickBooks expert specializing in accurate accounting solutions. With extensive experience in bookkeeping and a deep understanding of QuickBooks, I provide tailored financial management services to optimize your business operations. From setup and payroll management to comprehensive financial analysis, I offer efficient solutions to streamline your finances and support informed decision-making.
Services:
- QuickBooks Setup and Customization
- Bookkeeping and Financial Reporting
- Accounts Payable and Receivable Management
- Payroll Administration and Compliance
Why Choose Me?
- Proven Expertise in QuickBooks and Accounting
- Meticulous Attention to Detail
- Timely Delivery and Deadline Management
- Open and Transparent Communication
- Customized Solutions for Your Business Needs
Experience:
- 7 years in managing end-to-end bookkeeping processes, financial reporting, and accounting operations.
- Led teams in payroll management, financial analysis, and tax preparation, ensuring compliance.
Let's collaborate to optimize your accounting processes with QuickBooks expertise. Contact me today for efficient and accurate financial management solutions that align with your business goals.
- Bookkeeping
- Bank Reconciliation
- Data Entry
- Accounting
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Audit
- Cost Analysis
- QuickBooks Online
Nicole P.
Ankeny, Iowa
With over 20 years of experience in accounting, marketing, business management and a background that extends into business operations, communications, and childcare management, I offer a unique blend of skills that align with the diverse needs of today’s businesses.
As the Operations Director and Director of Communications at Tudor Collegiate Strategies, I have managed a wide range of business functions, from overseeing accounting and financial reporting to shaping the company's communication strategies. My hands-on experience with QuickBooks Online, Microsoft Office, and Google Drive has allowed me to streamline processes, drive efficiency, and deliver accurate financial reporting. Additionally, my ability to adapt and take on various roles in management, content creation, and client communication demonstrates my versatility.
Running my own business, Little Dreamers Childcare, further honed my skills in entrepreneurship and self-management. Not only did I develop educational programs, but I also handled all financial and tax-related responsibilities, ensuring the business ran smoothly and profitably.
I am confident that my experience, combined with my ability to work independently and my strong work ethic, makes me a valuable asset to any organization seeking freelance accounting or business management support. I would love to discuss how I can contribute to your team’s success.
- Bookkeeping
- Communications
- Strategic Planning
- Organizational Development
- Operational Planning
- Business Operations
- Business Management
- Finance
- Ecommerce
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Business Analysis
- Project Plans
- Sales Funnel Builder
- Marketing
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