Kristy Norton

Highly organized and detail-oriented Full Charge Bookkeeper with extensive experience in financial record-keeping, reconciliations, and reporting. Proven ability to manage accounts payable and receivable, process payroll, and prepare financial statements using QuickBooks Desktop and Online. Adept at streamlining processes, improving efficiency, and ensuring accurate financial data for tax preparation.

Committed to providing meticulous bookkeeping services to support financial health and operational success.

Full Charge Bookkeeper - Kmoney Enterprise

(2012-01 - 2023-11)

Managed bookkeeping for multiple clients with multiple business in various industries: Coppersmith Tavern & Table, Dock's Seafood, and Dock's Boathouse, Maine Lobster Now, Meineke Car Care Center, Osgood Outdoor Power, & Auto, MIKA's A.S.P., & Summer Camp, Wood Mizer, Equinox Properties and Rentals, Impressive Partners & Impressive Marine, The Dugout, and Meridian 361 International Law.

• Established new companies within QuickBooks Desktop and QuickBooks Online.
• Management intercompany accounting processes.
• Streamlined operations by cleaning up records from previous bookkeeper.
• Organized the paper filing system and implemented digital filing for improved accessibility.
• Received, sorted, and distributed incoming mail efficiently.
• Posted invoices and packing slips to the general ledger weekly.
• Performed weekly and bi-weekly postings of deposits.
• Reconciled PayPal, bank, vendor, and credit card accounts monthly.
• Managed documents through Google Sheets.
• Developed Excel spreadsheet for various sales tracking.
• Remitted monthly sales tax payments accurately and on time.
• Processed time cards and time sheets through payroll portals.
• Collaborated and established relationships with vendors via email and phone.
• Recruited, onboarded, and counseled employees.
• Liaised with banking officials on lines of credit (LOC) when needed.
• Oversaw worker's compensation and liability audits.
• Managed a wide range of different owner's personal financial matters.
• Review P&L statements with owners.
• Generated financial statements to review overall health of the business.
• Month end adjusting journal entries.
• Incorporated different classifications for locations.
• Extracted franchise reports through the POS System.
• Managed the Point of Sale (POS) system (Aloha), including price adjustments, new items, and employee setup.
• Partnered with the owner on Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) control and pricing strategy adjustments.
• Developed an Excel-based menu for one of the restaurants.
• Prepared 1099's.
• Address numerous ad hoc tasks to support business operations.
• Liaised with the external CPA during tax season.

Owner & Full Charge Bookkeeper - Jiffy Lube - So. Portland & Portland

(1988-09 - 2011-12)

Managed and directed operations for two Jiffy Lube locations.

• Greeted and cashed out customers, answered phone, serviced vehicles, vacuumed, cleaned windows, and check tire pressure.
• Cleanliness of lounge, bathroom, and office area.
• Entered inventory daily and adjusted as needed nightly.
• End of month inventory tallied and adjusted as needed.
• Management of all financial aspects for both locations using QuickBooks Desktop.
• Generated financial statements and reviewed for health of the business.
• Directed hiring and termination processes, including employee onboarding and counseling.
• Handled customer complaints effectively.
• Facilitated worker's compensation and liability audits.
• Used Concentra for worker's compensation related injuries.
• Checked time sheets for accuracy.
• Administered payroll through payroll portal.
• Executed weekly check runs.
• Established and managed vendor relationships.
• Procured necessary products, maintained office organizations, and ensured cleanliness.
• Provided comprehensive financial management, including cash flow analysis and projections.
• Created multiple Excel spreadsheets and Word document for various business needs.
• Received, sorted, and filed incoming mail.
• Created and distributed employee handbook.
• Fulfilled a broad range of responsibilities typical for a small business owner/operator.
• Tax preparation and liaised with external accountant at year end.