Jessica Latherow
Tucson
Summary
Bookkeeper with strong technical proficiency and commitment to accuracy in financial data entry and financial record keeping. Experienced working in both accounting-focused and general office settings. Dedicated to conforming with internal policies and standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Bookkeeper
Koedyker & Kenyon
Tucson
05.2023 - Current
- Managed daily financial transactions and maintained accurate records for company accounts.
- Processed payroll and ensured timely payments to employees and vendors.
- Prepared monthly financial reports to support management decision-making.
- Communicated with clients regarding invoicing and payment inquiries effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline bookkeeping processes and improve efficiency.
- Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions.
- Performed basic accounting, payroll and bookkeeping services to manage business operations.
- Generated invoices for clients and tracked payments received from customers.
- Performed month-end closing activities.
Accounting Clerk
Pool Water Products
Tucson
02.2020 - 05.2023
- Processed invoices and payments accurately for Pool Water Products.
- Maintained financial records and ensured compliance with accounting standards.
- Utilized accounting software to track expenses and generate reports efficiently.
- Handled customer inquiries regarding account statements and payment status effectively.
- Processed invoices, payments, and statements in a timely manner.
- Processed both outgoing and incoming payments and invoices.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding bills and payments.
- Prepared monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents, and invoices.
- Developed procedures to improve accuracy of financial data entry processes.
- Tracked accounting information accurately, resulting in significant reduction in financial discrepancies.
School Manager
Martial arts school
Tucson
10.2019 - 02.2023
- Managed daily operations
- Oversaw student enrollment processes and maintained accurate records.
- Led initiatives to improve student engagement and foster a positive learning environment.
- Resolved conflicts among students or staff by listening to both sides of the issue and finding an equitable solution for all parties involved.
- Managed the financial operations of the school including budgeting, purchasing, payroll processing, accounts payable and receivable, and auditing.
- Established relationships with community organizations to increase resources available to students and teachers.
- Cultivated positive relationships with parents and staff to facilitate school operations and student success.
- Resolved various situations to cultivate strong student and parent relationships.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
University of Nottingham
Nottingham 05.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Japanese
University of Florida
Gainesville, FLBachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
University of Florida
Gainesville, FLAssociates Of Arts - Business Administration
Brevard Community College
Skills
- Payroll administration
- Invoicing accuracy
- Bookkeeping
- A/P and A/R
- Customer relations
- Problem solving
- Front office management
- Project management
Affiliations
- Taekwondo martial arts school owner
- 5th degree black belt
- Non-profit work with kids at risk
- Special Olympics trainer
- Japanese translation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bookkeeper
Koedyker & Kenyon
05.2023 - Current
Accounting Clerk
Pool Water Products
02.2020 - 05.2023
School Manager
Martial arts school
10.2019 - 02.2023
Master of Arts - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
University of Nottingham
05.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Japanese
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science - Applied Behavior Analysis
University of Florida
Associates Of Arts - Business Administration
Brevard Community College