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Tyler Grindstaff

Lincoln

Summary

Diligent accounting specialist with background in accounting and track record of efficient financial management and reporting. Demonstrated success in streamlining processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in accounting software to improve financial accuracy and operational efficiency.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Specialist

Money Smarts Inc.
12.2024 - 06.2025
  • Input financial data and produced reports using QuickBooks.
  • Supported month-end closing process by preparing journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis reports.
  • Assisted auditors during annual audits, providing necessary documentation and addressing inquiries promptly.
  • Increased efficiency in accounts payable and receivable management, reducing processing time and minimizing errors.

Accountant

Williams Group Financial
10.2019 - 10.2024
  • Maintain accurate financial records for clients and create a positive
    customer service experience.
  • Payroll processing to ensure clients’ employees are paid
    accurately and on time, calculating hours, overtime, deductions,
    retirement contributions and bonuses; ensure payroll activities
    comply with federal, state and local laws and regulations.
  • Assist clients with financial inquires and payroll problems and
    provide quality customer service.
  • Accounts Payable experience, including receiving, paying and
    filing vendor invoices for clients.
  • Perform reconciliations of bank statements, accounts, ledgers and
    other bookkeeping duties; accurately categorize financial
    transactions and create journal entries.
  • Communicating effectively with clients/team members to ensure
    accurate financial operations.
  • Prepare and submit monthly and quarterly financial statements to
    clients.
  • Protect client confidentially (bank accounts, payroll, etc.).

Assistant General Manager

Pepperjax Grill
02.2017 - 10.2019
  • Interview, hire, schedule and train employees and provide
    correction and encouragement.
  • Oversee, report and be accountable for weekly cost of goods, labor
    and sales data.
  • Oversee opening and closing of store and order, receive and stock
    inventory.


Sales Associate

Pepperjax Grill
04.2013 - 02.2017
  • Handle cash and distribute accurate change.
  • Prepare and cook food following USDA guidelines and upsell
    products.
  • Provide high quality customer service with a smile and positive
    attitude.

Education

Associate of Arts - Education

Moberly Area Community College
Columbia, MO
08-2012

Skills

  • QuickBooks
  • Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Excel, Word)
  • Financial reporting
  • Management
  • Problem-solving
  • Hard worker
  • Eye for detail

Timeline

Accounting Specialist

Money Smarts Inc.
12.2024 - 06.2025

Accountant

Williams Group Financial
10.2019 - 10.2024

Assistant General Manager

Pepperjax Grill
02.2017 - 10.2019

Sales Associate

Pepperjax Grill
04.2013 - 02.2017

Associate of Arts - Education

Moberly Area Community College
Tyler Grindstaff