SummarySeeking an Accountant position that utilizes my technical skills and experience to support accounting operations, and to ensure the company financial information are complete, accurate, and compliant with SOX and GAAP. Self-motivated, hands-on professional with progressive general ledger accounting experience working in start-up and publicly traded companies. Results-driven team member with demonstrated outstanding project ownership through timely completion along with a can-do attitude to add value and resolve projects. Proactive in identifying best practice of accounting processes, with a desire to excel and be willing to transition to a broader role within Accounting in the longer term. HighlightsOracle, Great PClairens, Expandable, QuickBooks, Concur, FRx and Crystal Reports, 1099 Software, 10-Key, MS Office Applications include Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, and Excel (Pivot tables, V-lookups) Experience03 2013to10 2014Staff AccountantGenuine Parts Company Bridgeton,NJ,Provide operational accounting support to the finance accounting team with a focus on AP and AR functions.Oversee AR process - daily cash applications, customer billing, review of contracts and weekly aging reports, provide dash board reports to the controller, identify past due accounts and short-pay balances related to state local taxes Process expense reports for home office employees and field sales team through Concur reporting system, reconcile company credit card transactions and post payments to GL Review AP purchase orders weekly to ensure spending approval authority level has been followed according to policy Cross-train and act as a back-up for AR and AP among other operational activities Perform GL month-end closing includes preparing and posting journal entries Prepare monthly account reconciliation and roll-forward for a variety of balance sheet accounts Coordinate schedules with AR AP team members and work closely with external auditors to provide information required in ensure the completeness of quarterly annual audit Assist with annual year-end physical inventory count, fixed asset count, ERP closing and financial audit Work with accounting manager on identifying and implementing operational improvements which mitigate financial risk, streamline processes and reduce the close period from 12 days to 8 days Maintain reconciliation files with audit ready documentations Successfully manage Concur transition from AS Concur platform to parent company Concur system during the acquisition Participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals.09 2012to03 2013Sr. AP Specialist (Consultant)A Helping Hand Homecare San Francisco,CA,Responsible for all aspects of accounts payable for assigned accounts include several international entities subsidiaries of which intercompany transactions and multiple currencies involved.Processed full-cycle accounts payable for PO and non-PO invoices to ensure timely payment Validated and matched invoices and packing lists against purchase orders using three-way match Initiated wire payments for international accounts and processed weekly check-run Audited expense reports for both US based and non US based employees to ensure compliance of company travel policies Worked with vendors and successfully cleaned up 4 months of AP back log Tracked billable hours and travel expenses for consultants and contract employees to assist with budget review Prepared journal entries for month-end accruals including the accrual of inventory and uploaded into ERP system Assisted senior manager with any adjusting AP journal entries required to ensure accuracy and completeness to close for the month, and reconciled all payables, accrued liability accounts and prepared monthly amortization.09 2008to10 2011AccountantMhc Kenworth Adairsville,GA,Accountable for various accounting activities with GL focus, especially leading the AP function to a complete cycle for a private developer of high-tech energy efficiency products and services with yearly revenue close to 50 million.Primarily responsible for reconciliation of accounts payable sub-ledger to the general ledger In-charged of wire transfers, check credit card requests, and reconciled corporate credit cards Reviewed and posted AP batches and backed up for AP processing Coordinated payment with key vendors during financial hardship and saved the company over 20K in discount during year-end close Set-up new vendors, maintained W-9 vendor files including preparation and submission of yearly 1099 reports Maintained fixed assets schedules and documents for depreciations and audits Reviewed T E accounts and adjusted expenses accordingly thru JE to ensure expenses were charged to correct departments and divisions Performed flux analysis for certain cost centers and worked closely with FP A group Trained and mentored temporary staff and interns on AP processing Interacted extensively with external auditors and provided support for quarter and year-end financial audits Assisted accounting manager in identifying and implementing procedures to meet department requirements on improving accuracy and efficiency of the accounts payable processes Ensured proper implementation and execution of internal controls were in compliance with GAAP Provided analytical support to managers and prepared monthly management reporting schedules as required.07 2007to09 2008Accounts Payable AnalystCaterpillar Nevada,IA,Managed full-cycle accounts payable for IT distributing company with emphasis on researching and discrepancy resolutions.Processed PO invoices for assigned vendors with 99 accuracy and speed Performed weekly check runs including ACH, wires and credit cards requests, and disbursed payments accordingly Followed-up on vendor cClairem issues related to rebates or SCM and resolved discrepancies or disputed cClairems through effective negotiating in order to obtain optimal solutions per company guidelines Reconciled vendor statements regularly to reduce chargebacks and in turn to increase the company net profit overall Prepared weekly payment forecast to the finance team including vendor partner payments Worked collaboratively with Marketing, Operations and other departments during the close to ensure all expenses were accounted for the period and to timely close of the AP module.08 2005to12 2006Accounting AssistantEMPHASYS MEDICAL City,STATE,Provided clerical and accounting support to the accounting manager with payroll, AR and AP tasks.Reviewed time cards for temporary staff and non-exempt employees to ensure the accuracy of working hours submitted, and input data into ERP system for payroll processing Distributed daily mails for accounting, date stamped, data entry, and routed invoices to appropriate managers for payment approval Maintained complete and accurate accounting files including records update in ERP for changes of address, payment types, taxation, etc.Performed customer invoicing and mailed out customer invoices daily Contacted customers to inquire about payment status and resolved past due accounts or nonpayment issues Prepared daily bank deposits and cash position report Created ad hoc reports and other assigned projects as needed. EducationExpected in1 2005totoB.S Business Administration, FinanceSan Jose State University-San Jose,CAGPA Business Administration, Finance Skills10-Key, account reconciliation, ACCOUNTING, accounts payable, Accounts Receivable, Accruals, accrual, streamline, ad, AP, AR, Auditing, back-up, balance sheet, Bank Reconciliation, Billing, Budgeting, budget, clerical, closing, contracts, controller, credit, Crystal Reports, data entry, ERP, finance, financial, fixed assets, focus, Forecasting, General Ledger, GL, Great PClairens, home office, inventory, invoicing, ledger, management reporting, Marketing, Excel, MS Office Applications, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, negotiating, Oracle, developer, payables, payroll, payroll processing, policies, processes, profit, QuickBooks, reporting, researching, sales, tables, taxes, year-end  SEP  Company Overview At ecoATM the proof of our success is in our staggering growth, extraordinary impact on protecting the planet, and providing a work culture unlike any other. We are a technology company and a pioneer of device re-commerce. Through our 5000 automated kiosks we enable people all over the world to join the mobile device re-use revolution, a revolution that will get billions of used smartphones out of the e-waste cycle and into the hands of people who dont have affordable access to the empowerment of the latest mobile technology. At ecoATM we know our employees are our greatest strength and the key to our continued growth and success. When you join our team, you will enjoy more than just a job, you will be empowered to develop and utilize your unique talents and skills to build a rewarding career while making a lasting, positive impact on the planet. Position Details We are looking for a motivated Staff Accountant who is interested in joining ecoATMs accounting department while challenging themselves to gain experience in multiple areas of our fast-growing business. This individual should have the ability to wear multiple hats with a primary focus on treasury and the general ledger. The Staff Accountant will report to the Accounting Manager and can be remote (PST required). If based in the San Diego area, this individual can go into the office once a week with other team members. Responsibilities Reconciling the daily cash activityDaily and monthly kiosk cash reconciliationsAssist in reconciliation of companys bank accountsReview customer wires to provide support to shipping and salesCreating wire transactionsRecording journal entries related to cash, payroll and various accrualsWork with the real estate team and create the monthly rent payment filesEducation ExperienceBA Business, Accounting or related field required2-4 years of accounting experienceKnowledge, Skills AbilitiesExperience with ERP systems required Oracle preferredDetail orientedStrong reconciliation and analytic skillsHistory of process improvement experience and process documentationIntermediate to Advanced in MS ExcelPossess excellent time management and strong communication skills Location (Where will you be working?) San Diego, CA or PST Time Zone Only (Remote) Business Travel 10 Pay Range (How much might you earn in your base salary?) 50,202 - 69,028 (annually) Base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This information is provided per CA SB 1162 (CA Pay Transparency Law). Base pay information is based on market location. This position may also be eligible for short-term and long-term incentives based on individual and company performance. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.