SHERRY HOUCHIN-BEARINGER

2250 W GLENDALE AVE PHOENIX AZ 85021 623 241-3763

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Highly organized and detail-focused Bookkeeper with a good working knowledge of most
accounting software packages
1 Skilled in all aspects of recording general ledger transactions, posting debits and credits,
reconciling accounts, and ensuring accuracy and completeness of data.
2 Expertise in developing and delivering monthly, quarterly, and annual financial
statements for management within tight deadlines.
3 Proficiency in managing accounts payable and accounts receivable, generating invoices
and monthly statements for clients.
4 Proven ability to identify and implement improvements to streamline processes and
increase efficiency and productivity.
5 Excellent computer skills; proficient with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Quick
Books, Timberline and several other accounting software packages.

SKILL PROFICIENCIES
1 Computer skills include network setup and maintenance, as well as the ability to build and
replace physical parts of the system

2 Software experience is extensive having used several industry specific packages

3 Individual tax and business sales tax reports and preparation including seasonal tax work

EDUCATION
Associate’s Degree in Accounting, 1997
Albuquerque New Mexico
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Premier Mechanical – Tempe Arizona 2007-2009
Contracts Receivable

Responsible for all AIA billing to General Contractors, maintain Accounts Receivable postings, collection of
aged accounts, submittals for pre qualification to contractors. Work closely with Project Managers tracking job
costs. Handled insurance certificates, bid bonds, collections, and close out contracts. Produce and complete multi
city sales tax reports with-in specified deadline. Responsible for logging and tracking pre-lien information
ensuring proper waivers were on file.

Action Entrances Inc – Tempe Arizona 2004 – 2007

FULL CHARGE BOOKKEEPER
Manage all financial transactions, for small glazing and door contractor, producing financial statements, and
recording all transactions in Timberline system including AIA billing to general contractor. Extensive use of
Excel to analyze company’s financial budgets and other data, generate bank deposits, verify and balance receipts,
create invoices and track overdue accounts. Manage sales tax and prepare sales tax returns. Research and prepare
items for prior year corporate tax returns.
Key Contributions:
1 Supported a significant increase in productivity levels by streamlining accounting processes.
2 Reorganization of busy service department using new web site for calls.
3 Built and setup complete computer network system including server and eight workstations
4 Prepared network system for network use designed and published Web Page

Don Mar Furnishings – Phoenix Arizona 2002 – 2004

Bookkeeper
Managed financial transactions and record keeping with strict attention to detail, verified and posted transactions
to general ledger. Reconciled and balanced accounts maintained complete inventory listing, establishing price %
markup and purchasing duties. Complete new system start up establishing UPC numbering system for this small
furniture manufacturer. Established a local delivery schedule for multiple drivers, communicated with
customers to address inquiries and resolve customer complaint issues.
Key Contributions:
1 Improved processes for creating customer invoices, which reduced overall timeframe for receiving
payments.
2 In charge of setting up a complete POS system using Quick Books for multistate operation

Stockton and Hing, P.A 1998 – 2002

Assistant Bookkeeper
Ensured accurate processing of accounting data for two attorneys and assisted Paralegal with document filings.
Performed accounts receivable functions, using Time Slips billing software. Worked with accounts payable
posting invoices accurately entered transactions into Quick Books accounting system.
Key Contributions:
1 Demonstrated talent for quickly learning new tasks and completing assignments ahead of schedule
while maintaining a high degree of accuracy.
2 Contributed substantially to reducing outstanding account receivables through improved collection
processes.