SummaryHardworking Senior Accountant proficient in providing cost-effective and accurate accounting. Exceptionally talented at preparing financial statements, reconciling transactions and employee development. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. SkillsExperience with software programs including but not limited to SAP, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, ExcelAbility to lead and motivate other team members to achieve goalsStrong verbal and written communication skills.Generally Accepted Accounting PrinciplesGeneral Ledger UpdatesMonthly and Annual Journal EntriesInventory VerificationVerbal and Written CommunicationCash AnalysisProblem-SolvingAccounting Policy and ControlInventory AssessmentAccount ReconciliationReport PreparationAccounts PayableProcessing Checks and InvoicesFinancial ReportingCritical Thinking and AnalysisFinancial StatementsFixed Assets ManagementJournal Entry Preparation Experience07 2021toCurrentSenior AccountantOcean Spray Chatsworth,NJ,Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performed complex accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements.Oversaw month-end closing process, prepared financial statements and managed advanced reconciliations.Prepared company s financial reports in accordance with established policies and procedures.Reorganized systems in the accounting department to improve efficiency and cut excess spending.Established controls and reporting systems to optimize governance structure.Managed AP and AR operations, coordinating staff workflows and reviewing completed work to reduce errors.Managed day-to-day finance operations by working closely with accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll staff to provide direction.Prepared and presented operational reports to senior management and executive teams.Consistently tested and developed strategies to improve information flow throughout organization.Developed and coordinated trainings to help individuals learn company policies and procedures and job tasks.Created training materials, schedules and presentations for new accounting employees.Evaluated individuals regularly for progress or growth potential to guide decisions regarding advancement and additional training.04 2019to07 2021AccountantBridgestone Corporation Antioch,TN,Compiled, coded and submitted invoices to accounting for payment.Analyzed invoice and expense reports, identified variances and researched issues to correct problems and maintain financial compliance.Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.Monitored customer account details to minimize or rectify non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities.Generated, mailed and monitored invoices.Evaluated open accounts to look for past-due balances and pursue collection strategies.Performed various accounts receivable functions, handled cash receipts posting, updated cash flow reports and researched chargebacks and write-offs.Processed new customer forms to set up accounts in system.Assisted in streamlining accounts receivable process by identifying areas for performance improvement.Prepared monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents and invoices.Examined financial statements and income statements to review company s financial performance.Analyzed monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.Reviewed financial information detailing assets, liabilities and capital and prepared balance sheets and profit and loss statements.Developed and documented business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.Conducted forecasting and risk analysis assessments to maintain financial stability.Developed reports for areas such as per-job and per-area margins, periodic variances and break-even points.Tracked and monitored inventory and conducted cycle counts to maintain accurate records.01 2017to10 2018Sales Tax AuditorCity Of Peoria Peoria,IL,Conducted independent field audits and investigations of sales tax returns to verify information provided.Independently conducted and completed audit work in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, Generally Accepted Auditing Procedures and Division requirements.Determined scope of audit to develop testing of internal controls and reconciliations.Observed, compared, and reviewed financial records to ensure compliance with State of Texas sales tax laws.Determined additional tax liabilities from taxpayer records or other available information ability to effectively estimate liabilities when records were unavailable.Examined accounting systems and records to determine appropriateness of methods and controls.Educated taxpayers in computing and reporting taxes due by researching and explaining requirements, rules, regulations, and procedures in accordance to State of Texas sales tax laws.Compiled detailed reports of audit findings to discuss with supervisor.Demonstrated continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times and work cooperatively to provide quality customer service to taxpayersPassed all required training courses such as Basic Audit, Sampling, Intermediate Audit and Advanced Audit training. Education and TrainingExpected in12 2024totoGraduate Certification in Professional Accounting Lamar University-Beaumont,TXGPA Expected in05 2016totoBachelors of Business Administration AccountingLamar University-,GPA  SEP  Position Title Senior Construction Accountant (Req 116) Location Fresno, CA Date Posted 08082023 Pay Range 82,000 - 118,000 Position Description Job Summary Responsible for maintaining financial records and ensures that financial transactions are properly recorded. Verifies the accuracy of entries to ledger accounts and reconciles subsidiary ledger accounts to the general ledger. Prepares complex balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other financial reports. Analyzes current costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations incurred to predict future revenues and expenses. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential duties and other responsibilities include but are not limited to the following Ensures accurate and timely reporting of all financial data in accordance with GAAP.Monitors revenue and expenses while coordinating collection, consolidation, and review of all financial data.Verifies the accuracy of all job costs as well as reconciling all subsidiary ledgers to the general ledger. This includes accounts payable and receivable, cash management, equipment and payroll.Prepares monthly and annual reports on expenditures and implementing corrective actions when necessary.Prepares monthly Work in Progress Schedules.Develops and maintains systems of control for accounting transactions.Creates, audits, and maintains effective chart of accounts and ensure costs are coded accurately.Performs monthly closing of all assigned accounts ensuring detailed and accurate reconciliations are documented and filed for all balance sheet and income statement accounts.Manages expense allocations from various departments and ensures accurate account coding.Obtains and maintains a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure.Manages all aspects of financial and accounting systems and processes including compliance, AP, AR and revenue accounting, payroll, fixed assets and general ledger functions, and internal financial reporting.Supports audit requirements including internal, external, and compliance audits.Assists with special projects as requested by Controller and CFO.Assists the accounting department and outside vendors to ensure financial accuracy, cost control and reporting.Preserves confidentiality of sensitive information. Position Requirements Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Required Education and Experience A Bachelors degree with an emphasis in Accounting. 7-10 years of professional accounting experience within the construction industry. Ability to identify and resolve complex issues. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook). Knowledge of Viewpoint Construction Software Excellent oral and written communication skills. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations A valid California Drivers License Physical requirements Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel reach with hands and arms and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift andor move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Office Environment The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.