Charlene Rathjen
@charlenerathjen
Experienced accounting professional specializing in cloud accounting and financial operations.
What I'm looking for
I am an experienced accounting professional with 15 years in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and client-facing cloud accounting roles. I excel at month-end close, financial statement preparation, sales and use tax filings, and streamlining processes using QuickBooks Online, Bill.com, and other accounting systems.
I have led teams, supervised and trained staff, managed full transactional cycles for AP/AR/payroll, and supported multiple mid-market clients with GAAP-compliant reporting and management packages. I bring strong attention to detail, autonomy in client communication, and a consistent track record of improving efficiency and ensuring compliance.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
CAAS Supervisor
redw Advisory & CPAs
Dec 2025 - Dec 2025 (0 months)
Led day-to-day oversight of client financial reporting and month-end close for multiple engagements, improving reconciliation accuracy and timely delivery while supervising and training CAAS accounting staff.
Owned month-end close and management reporting for mid-market healthcare clients, prepared sales/use tax returns and 1099s, and reviewed offshore work to ensure reporting integrity and process documentation.
Accounting Specialist
Callaway Jones Funeral Home and Cremation Centers
Oct 2019 - Mar 2023 (3 years 5 months)
Processed semi-monthly payroll for 25+ employees, reconciled bank and credit card statements, and analyzed invoices and expense reports to maintain accurate financial records and support payroll onboarding.
Accounts Payable Trainer
Bellville Medical Center
Jun 2019 - Oct 2019 (4 months)
Trained staff on AP processes and systems (Cerner, Multiview, MAGIC, Meditech), and prepared and processed invoices, payments, and 1099s while ensuring PO-based approvals.
Accounts Payable Processor
CHI St. Joseph Health
Jul 2013 - May 2019 (5 years 10 months)
Managed supplier, invoice, and payment data, processed 1099s and employee expenses, and resolved vendor inquiries while supporting AP centralization across multiple systems.
Payment Researcher/Poster
CHI St. Joseph Health
Aug 2011 - Jun 2013 (1 year 10 months)
Analyzed and applied payments, deductions, and contractual adjustments to patient accounts and supported the system transition from MAGIC to Meditech 6.0 to improve functionality.
Administrative Assistant
National Oilwell Varco
Dec 2010 - Jun 2011 (6 months)
Managed administrative functions including inventory, typing, filing, report preparation, and supported accounts receivable and customer interactions.
Office Manager
B&B Foods
Jun 2008 - Aug 2010 (2 years 2 months)
Supervised office and customer service teams, coordinated staffing and resources, and implemented procedural improvements to enhance office efficiency and compliance.
Managed a team of up to 20 employees, aligned department policies with company objectives, and oversaw daily operations to maintain merchandising and customer service standards.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Purdue University Global
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
2022 -
Completed Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with coursework in accounting and business fundamentals.
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