Cynthia Foster

Accounting and audit professional with 20+ years of experience in accounting, payroll, AP/AR, reconciliations, and month‑end close. Strong background in discrepancy resolution, SOX compliance, and process improvement. Skilled in supporting operations, quality, and corporate teams to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Accounting Specialist - International Paper - Louisville, KY

(2025-01 - 2026-01)

• Reconciled raw material receipts and ensured accurate GL posting
• Prepared journal entries and supported month‑end close
• Managed weekly hourly payroll and payroll journal entries
• Collaborated with plant and corporate teams on corrective actions

Accounting Assistant - Tom Drexler Plumbing (via Robert Half) - Louisville, KY

(2024-09 - 2024-10)

• Processed invoices, payments, and AP documentation
• Managed weekly payroll and generated reports

Office Manager - Jeff Foster Plumbing - Louisville, KY

(2016-03 - 2024-07)

• Managed payroll, AP, AR, and tax filings
• Improved timekeeping and invoicing processes
• Coordinated job scheduling and monitored portals

Operations Administrative Assistant - Pettit Environmental

(2013-10 - 2015-02)

• Managed weekly payroll and resolved discrepancies
• Prepared compliance documentation and manifests
• Audited cost management reports, identifying $30K in overbilling
• Audited credit card statements, identifying $100K+ fraudulent transactions

Assistant Auditor - Almost Family (via PrideStaff Financial)

(2013-09 - 2013-10)

• Conducted SOX testing for payroll, AP, and fixed assets
• Reconciled financial documentation to the GL

Auditor & Financial Operations Specialist - Federal Bureau of Investigation

(1985-08 - 2011-08)

• Executed audits to ensure regulatory compliance
• Managed AP/AR, processed invoices, and reconciled accounts
• Identified and resolved discrepancies in financial systems and documentation

Bachelor of Science - Accounting - Sullivan University

Diploma - Medical Coding - Sullivan University