Matthew Murphy
Marietta
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented accounting student with hands-on experience in bookkeeping and financial analysis. Demonstrates a strong ability to maintain accurate records, reconcile accounts, and support payroll and audit processes. Proven expertise in leveraging analytical and communication skills to enhance financial accuracy and operational efficiency. Currently pursuing a dual BBA in Accounting and Entrepreneurship, with a commitment to obtaining CPA certification to further advance professional qualifications. Eager to contribute a solid foundation of accounting principles and innovative thinking to drive organizational success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounting Bookkeeper (Part-Time)
Pereira and Company, CPA
United States
06.2025 - Current
- Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
- Process invoices, receipts, and payments for multiple clients in diverse industries.
- Prepare financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
- Support senior accountants with payroll processing, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
- Track expenses and assist with audits to ensure timely and precise financial reporting.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes efficiently.
- Assisted in preparing monthly financial statements for client review.
Assistant Manager
Bruster's Real Ice Cream
Kennesaw, GA
04.2023 - Current
- Supported daily operational activities to enhance service efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in training new staff on company policies and operational procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline inventory management processes.
- Managed scheduling and coordinated staff assignments for optimal coverage.
- Resolved customer inquiries and issues, ensuring prompt follow-up and resolution.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Accounting And Entrepreneurship
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GA12.2026
Skills
- Microsoft Excel
- QuickBooks
- Financial Reporting
- Account Reconciliation
- Payroll Processing
- GAAP / Accounting Principles
- Data Analysis
- Time Management
- General ledger management
- Fixed asset accounting
- Communication Skills
- Problem Solving
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Increased office productivity 25% by implementing numerous process improvements.
- Responded to over 20 customer inquiries each day.
- Achieved automation by introducing Botkeeper for bookkeeping tasks.
Certification
- QuickBooks Certification — Issued June 2025
- Financial Analysis for Startups — Issued March 2025
- Fundamentals of Project Planning & Management — Issued February 2025
- Essentials of Entrepreneurship: Thinking & Action — Issued January 2025
Timeline
Accounting Bookkeeper (Part-Time)
Pereira and Company, CPA
06.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager
Bruster's Real Ice Cream
04.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Accounting And Entrepreneurship
Kennesaw State University