Janel Bechel

Dependable, versatile, efficient professional with a high-quality work ethic and strong accounting skills supported by a general ledger & construction accounting background. Highly organized, great attention to detail, and strong communication skills.

Assistant Controller - Washington Metal Fabricators - Washington, MO

(2025-05)

• Managed the day-to-day financial operations of the company, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, and general ledger maintenance
• Prepared accurate and timely monthly financial statements for review by senior management
• Implemented internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure adherence to corporate policies and procedures
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes and systems efficiency through automation initiatives
• Analyzed inventory levels regularly to identify slow-moving items or excess stock situations
• Coordinated month-end close activities including journal entries preparation, account reconciliations, accruals management
• Managed the fixed asset register, ensuring accurate recording and tracking of company assets
• Evaluated existing accounting policies and procedures, recommending updates or enhancements as needed
• Performed profitability analysis on various product lines or customer segments
• Investigated discrepancies identified during account reconciliations, taking corrective actions when necessary
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, accounting standards changes, and regulatory updates

Senior Accountant - KAI Enterprises, LLC - St Louis, MO

(2023-01 - 2025-12)

• Prepare monthly bank recs, balance sheets, and income statements across all entities
• Manage company assets & record monthly depreciation
• Record all journal entries for month end
• Conduct general ledger variance analysis
• Reconcile all payroll accounts across all entities
• Assist compliance with lien-waivers
• Reconcile intercompany accounts
• Enter weekly A/P for both subcontractors and material invoices
• Assist with year-end audits
• Weekly A/R reporting
• Record daily cash receipting
• Research and manage payment inquiries from subcontractors
• Prepare annual 1099's
• Prepare weekly cash flow analysis and manage LOC
• Process owner distributions quarterly
• Reconcile KAI Build job cost errors on company credit cards
• Manage WEX account for all KAI Build jobs

Accounting/Human Resources Manager - Meridian Lighting - St Louis, MO

(2018-01 - 2023-12)

• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual financial statements across all entities
• Process Payroll and benefits for all 13 employees
• Prepare monthly commission and margin reporting for sales manager
• Prepare cash flow forecasting
• Record and manage assets & depreciation
• Prepare sales and use tax per state requirements
• Record all GL journal entries
• Assist in all audits and compliance requirements
• Manage A/R & A/P
• Prepare annual 1099's
• Manage inventory; track purchases, cycle count, and record/process all freight and tariffs
• Manage business license renewals
• Prepare annual business filings with the State of Missouri
• Reconcile company credit card purchases across all entities

Financial Specialist - Cope Plastics - Alton, IL

(2017-01 - 2018-12)

• Manage all A/P & A/R
• Responsible for PO matching; resolve any discrepancies
• Manage all vendor returns
• Reconcile freight invoices within AX system
• Prepare monthly financial statements and reconciliations
• Assist with annual audits

Accounting and Payroll Manager - Integra Construction - St Charles, MO

(2015-01 - 2017-12)

• Process payroll and taxes company wide
• Create Lien Waivers and monthly AIA forms
• Prepare monthly billings for subcontractors
• Process weekly carpenter union stamps for field employees
• Prepare monthly financial statement package
• Process all A/P invoices
• Process A/R and assist with any collection attempts

Associates of Science - Accounting - Lewis and Clark Community College

Bachelors of Science - Accounting - Fontbonne University