Lynne Robinson
Gloucester,MA
Summary
Dynamic Accounting Manager with a proven track record at Craft Beer Guild Distributing, adept at streamlining processes and enhancing departmental efficiency. Skilled in financial reporting and bank reconciliation, I bring a friendly, positive attitude to problem-solving, ensuring accurate cash flow and successful month-end closes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Manager
Craft Beer Guild Distributing of MA
05.2024 - 03.2025
- Achieved departmental efficiency by overseeing a team of six accounting professionals.
- Streamlined processes to enhance cohesiveness, resulting in improved workflow within the department.
- Maintained fixed assets in Sage, ensuring monthly depreciation aligned with the general ledger.
- Monitored cash flow through accurate reporting of gains and losses for financial integrity.
- Managed daily cash needs reporting to corporate, ensuring optimal bank balance maintenance.
- Executed month-end close processes, reconciling balance sheet ledgers for accurate financial reporting.
- Balanced inventory monthly, facilitating annual reporting with internal auditors for compliance.
- Collaborated with corporate accounting on special projects, supporting financial audits and tax preparation.
Staff Accountant
Craft Beer Guild Distributing of MA
06.2023 - 05.2024
- Ensured accurate reporting of daily cash requirements to corporate accounting across multiple divisions.
- Processed payroll for Craft Beer Guild MA and Seaboard, ensuring timely employee compensation and compliance.
- Prepared and posted month-end adjusting entries, effectively reconciling balance sheet general ledger accounts.
- Maintained asset records using Sage Fixed Asset software, including setup, disposal, and monthly depreciation.
- Accurately reported gains or losses from asset management, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
- Submitted monthly alcohol excise tax returns to the Commonwealth of MA, ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated with internal auditors, providing necessary documentation to support year-end close and tax reporting.
- Assisted in preparing financial statements, ensuring accuracy and transparency in reporting processes.
Staff Accountant
Craft Beer Guild Distributing of NH
01.2015 - 06.2023
- Managed comprehensive accounting functions, ensuring accurate accounts payable and receivable operations.
- Oversaw fixed asset management and financial reporting processes for corporate accounting compliance.
- Prepared and submitted monthly alcohol excise tax returns to the State of NH Liquor Commission.
- Collaborated with the State of NH Liquor Commission on overdue accounts receivable reporting initiatives.
- Led quarterly audits to review and validate supplier and retailer invoice accuracy and compliance.
- Partnered with internal auditors, providing documentation and support for year-end close and tax reporting.
- Assisted Sales Manager in strategic budgeting decisions, analyzing financial trends and general ledger data.
- Maintained meticulous financial records to support operational efficiency and compliance with industry standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Accounting And Finance
North Shore Community College
Danvers, MA06.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
Southern New Hampshire Univeristy
Hooksett, NHSkills
- Journal entries
- Payroll processing
- Financial reporting
- Bank reconciliation
- Account reconciliation
- AP and AR management
- Problem-solving
- Friendly, positive attitude
Timeline
Accounting Manager
Craft Beer Guild Distributing of MA
05.2024 - 03.2025
Staff Accountant
Craft Beer Guild Distributing of MA
06.2023 - 05.2024
Staff Accountant
Craft Beer Guild Distributing of NH
01.2015 - 06.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting
Southern New Hampshire Univeristy
Associate of Science - Accounting And Finance
North Shore Community College