SummaryFinancial Accountant specializing in financial planning, reporting and analysis in both private and public sectors.Well-informed accountant adept at supplying quick responses to financial inquiries from internal management and potential clients.Creative accountant equipped with a broad knowledge of concepts and strategies to yield the best possible financial outcomes. HighlightsPeriodic financial reporting expertInvoice coding familiarityStrong communication skillsGeneral ledger accounting skillsComplex problem solvingAccount reconciliation expert ExperienceAccountant,06 2012-09 2015Ametek, Inc. Wilmington,MA,I have worked at Shantilal Gala Company (Nairobi, Kenya) which is an Audit firm, since 2nd July 2012.I was employed as an Accountant in the Firm.Maintained accounts receivable documentation electronically and on paper.Processed bank reconciliations and financial reports to verify practice of p weekly and monthly.Increased efficiency and alleviated work loads by creating a new Excel financial recording system.Collaborated extensively with auditors during preliminary and year-end audit processes.Entered weekly sales and customer count sheets for review by management.Processed payroll, electronic deposits and employee pay adjustments.Collaborated extensively with auditors during preliminary and year-end audit processes. EducationSelect One ,Expected in--,GPA Status-Bachelor of Arts Business Studies,Expected in2014-University of Greenwich-Nairobi,GPA Status-Completed the Bachelor s degree in Business of Arts - BA Honors Business Studies achieving a Second Upper Class Honors.The units included in the Academic Session (2012 2013) are as follows Managing Strategy - involves the formulation and implementation of the major goals and initiatives taken by a company s top management on behalf of owners, based on consideration of resources and an assessment of the internal and external environments in which the organization competes. International Business Management - involves the understanding for an international career in various industries. Today s world revolves around business. Networking on a global scale and recognising opportunities, or creating them yourself. International Business Management brings one a step closer to success on an international level.The units included in the Academic Session (2013 2014) are as follows Small Business Development - involves the process of how to own corporations, be into partnership and become a sole proprietors. These kind of developments are common in many countries, depending on the economic system in operation. PPD3 - Thematic Independent Study - the research and critical thinking skills from Personal and Professional Development (PPD) 2 and build upon their research proposals. This unit helped me to understand the intricate relationship between theory and practice. Improved my self-management in terms of time, planning, behaviour and motivation.Association of Business Executive Business,Expected in2013-Oshwal College-Nairobi,GPA Status-Completed the Association of Business Executive. This associate had levels and units as follows Certificate in Business - Level 3 includes the following units Introduction to Business. Introduction to Quantitative Methods. Introduction to Accounting. introduction to Business Communication.Diploma in Business Management (Higher) - Level 5 includes the following units Human Resource Management. Managerial Accounting. Marketing Policy, Planning and Communication. Organisational Behaviour. The Business Environment. Economic Principles and their Application to Business. Financial Accounting. Quantitative Methods for Business and Management.Diploma in Business Management (Graduate) - Level 6 includes the following units Corporate Finance. Corporate Strategy and Planning. International Business Case Study. Managing in Organisation. Strategic Marketing Management. SkillsOrganization - managing responsibilities in a particular manner and keeping track of those responsibilities.Time Management - Good time-management skills go hand-in-hand in with strong organizational capabilities. Budgeting time will give the allowance of managing the work efficiently.Adaptability - its always the best for me to adapt quickly and easily as my way of understanding the procedures is through planning everything in my mind as the work is being allocated.Communication - allows me to interact best with the colleagues, clients and receive the best feedback from their side after completing the conversation.  SEP  Organization Overview Manomin Resawn Timbers covers all areas of reclaimed wood including flooring, paneling, timbers, mantels, as well as a span of beautiful custom projects. From initial contact with a client to final product, we pride ourselves on our high standards, product quality and passion for the industry. All of this is integral to our success and stellar reputation. Our company recognizes that reclaiming old lumber is about much more than tearing boards out of old buildings. We know that to provide our clients with the highest quality experience, it starts with a strong team. At Manomin, we work with a wide range of high-end designers, builders, architects and eager homeowners. But mostly, we work very closely with one another. We have a strong, driven, close-knit team with a self-starter mentality. Manomin is a place where our employees enjoy coming to work every day, and can see not only the potential in themselves to be successful, but also in an expanding business. Primary Function The Office ManagerAccountant supports our Founder to ensure our company is running smoothly. We want someone with a passion for serving others and who is a self-starter! This position handles a wide berth of responsibilities including bookkeeping, payroll, insurance, clerical work and some HR functions. Responsibilities Complete daily invoicing and deposits.Calculate referral fees, code and enter all payables and complete payments to vendors. Reconcile accounts payable and accounts receivable, ensuring that receivables are being collected in a timely manner. Manage inventory systemComplete data entryjournal entries and maintain spreadsheets including cost analysis, shipping, labor, cash flow, and weeklymonthly reports.Assist Founder with expense and revenue tracking, including expense reports. Produce month and year-end financial reports. Ensure financials are accurate and complete for submitting to CPA for year-end taxes.Track and pay sales tax. Maintain ST3 file.Complete daily filing to maintain order and a systematic business environment. Implement, manage and organize electronic file management system.Complete bi-weekly payroll including checking for missed punches, tying out for accuracy, printing time cards and processing payroll through QuickBooks Desktop. Distribute paychecks. Filepay employment taxes. Serve as companys compliance contact.Point person for HR processes for all workers compensation and unemployment claims, including audits.Maintain employee files, employee handbook and all new hire documents. Selection Criteria Strong communication skills, both written and verbalAttention to detailAbility to manage business correspondence including filing, sorting and general organization skillsAbility to take initiative and a solutions-oriented mindset with a history of making suggestions for improvementTyping skills at a minimum of 40 WPMProfessional and friendly demeanor.Ability to be flexible, adapt to change and work in a fast-paced, constantly changing environmentExpertise with MS Excel (required), QuickBooks (required), In-house payroll processing (required)Capable of maintaining a high degree of confidentiality.The above information on this job description has been described to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents. Other duties and responsibilities not specifically described may be assigned from time to time, consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities of the incumbent. Manomin offers a competitive wage and benefits including PTO, Holiday pay and a retirement benefit match program. Manomin Resawn Timbers is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.