Christine Murphy is an experienced accounting professional seeking a high growth position. She has over 25 years of experience in various accounting roles, including payroll processing, account reconciliation, financial reporting, and system implementation. Her background includes managing accounting operations for companies in various industries with staff sizes ranging from 300 to over 4000 employees.

1. 4235 Marsh Landing, Apt 211
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Phone: 256-679-8147
cmurphyscuba@yahoo.com
Christine Murphy
Objective A high growth accounting position integrating decisive leadership with extensive problem
assessment, facilitated solutions, and coordinated teamwork.
Summary of
qualifications
Self motivated, resourceful problem solver with experience in analyzing and providing efficient
solutions to operational, financial, and accounting issues. Recognized communication skills,
able to relate to managers as well as staff to accomplish the goals and objectives of the
organization. Effective administrator, able to logically plan and organize a project or workload to
insure efficient ongoing processes or timely completion and improved internal quality.
Education Graduated 1989 Hammel College Akron, Ohio
Accountancy Received two awards
Member of American Payroll Association – studying for CPP
Am. Red Cross certified First Aid/CPR/AED
Proficient with: Excel, Word, MAS90, ADP, Enterprise eTime, PenSoft.& SAP
Working Knowledge: Crystal Reports, Report Smith, & PowerPoint.
Employment May 13, 2013 – Current NorthgateArinso Jacksonville, Florida
Tier 3 Payroll Tax Audit & Reconciliation Analyst
Client implementation and tax review for eight FEINs, over 4000 employees in 40 states (140
EINs, 340+ Localities), including Puerto Rico. Reconcile taxes and W2 file, complete regular
audits on EE records to verify tax set up for work area and residence. Team member of the
most successful implementation for any client, continued excellence and follow through to
achieve a favorable reference status with the client. Work with third party tax and W2 vendors
to insure compliance and provide documentation for SOX controls. Reconcile 401(k). Train and
Supervise off shore processing team. Reconcile client GL accounts back eleven months.
2009 – 2013 Star Market & Discount Pharmacy Huntsville, Alabama
Accounting Manager Retail/Grocery & Pharmacy
Manage and process in house payroll for 400 employees (11 locations) and accounts payable
for over 1000 vendors. Rebuild entire payroll system, automate system to accrue and track
PTO, set up user fields to allow for EEOC reporting and transition to paperless direct deposit.
Reconcile and file W-2’s, employee insurance bills, garnishments, & GL accounts. Prepare
journal entries and oversee all inventory transfers. Write custom reports for Worker’s Comp
reconciliation, 401(k) audit, in house labor to sales analysis, and other management desired
data.
2007 - 2009 U.S. Space & Rocket Center. Huntsville, Alabama
Staff Accountant Museum/Amusement & Spacecamp
Process payroll using ADP (300 employees off season – 1500 in season.) Write custom payroll
reports for EEOC reporting and Worker’s Comp reconciliation. Transitioned entire company to
paperless payroll. Reconciled payroll related GL accounts, operating bank account, and all
prepaid expenses. Prepare analysis reports on exact profitability of attractions. Develop
longevity and pay scale reports for department heads.

2. 2006 - 2007 Wilson Lumber Co., Inc. Huntsville, Alabama
Accounting Supervisor Lumber & Building Materials
Manage and process payroll. Revamp policies and procedures. Rebuild entire payroll system.
Reconciled payroll related GL accounts back three years, determined problem areas and
provided solutions. Reconcile and file payroll taxes, W-2’s, and 401(k). Review and reconcile
Worker’s Comp to payroll records. Researched and petition for three years worth of incorrectly
paid sales tax.
2002 - 2006 Excellance, Inc. Madison, Alabama
Payroll Supervisor Mfg/Emergency Vehicles 256-772-9321
Accounting System (MAS90) Administrator. Manage receivables, in house payroll, payables, and
reception areas. Automated payroll to directly import time clock hours by job codes. Revamp policies
and procedures. Reconciled GL accounts back three years, determined problem areas and provided
solutions. Collected over due accounts and reduced over 60 day receivables by 70%. Established
positive working relations with vendors restoring creditability and releasing C.O.D. payment terms.
Reconcile all balance sheet accounts. Maintain records of fixed assets & file Personal Property Tax
returns. Maintain Cash Flow Statement. Prepare financial statements. Interim controller in absence
of CFO.
1995 - 2002 Three Springs, Inc. Huntsville, Alabama
Payroll Supervisor Service/Health Industry 256-880-3339
Supervise and process in house payroll processes for over 1400 employees, 25 locations in 8 states.
Prepare and sign federal and all state income and unemployment tax returns. Reconcile payroll
deductions including insurances and 401(k). Track and maintain employee fringe benefits. Reconcile
all payroll related G/L accounts. Write custom reports for Worker’s Comp audit. Develop various
analysis reports, including labor costs and FTE. Create and implement departmental policies and
procedures. Orchestrate training seminars to communicate and teach policies and procedures to
program office managers. Coordinate issues between locations and management. Evaluate problem
areas and provide solutions. Design and institute Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
1994 – 1995 Novelty Creations Chardon, Ohio
Independent Consultant Manufacturing/Novelty Pens Business sold
Provided professional consulting for Royal’s former CFO. Review administrative system to determine
problem areas and provide solutions. Reconcile budgets and bank statements. Develop and train
processes for using MAS 90 system.
1989 – 1995 Royal Appliance Mfg. Cleveland, Ohio
Financial Analyst Manufacturing/Household Electrical Appliance
Trained personnel. Coordinated start up issues. Implemented policies and procedures. Supervised
export credit and collections. Worked closely with various departments to review processes and
assist in updating to accommodate growth. Translate and import European financials into U.S. Parent
Company’s financials. Controlled inventory balances for European and Canadian warehouses.
Analyzed European sales forecasts. Forecasted European production schedule. Integrated business
software. Analyzed customer point of sale data and true profitability for top 20 merchants. Reviewed
domestic sales and production forecasts. Prepared reports for SEC filings.
References available upon request