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  Job description - Accounting ManagerSenior Tax Accountant - In Office Only About usGarry A Jones and Associates is a Westlake Village business consulting and CPA firm seeking an experienced Professional. We are a well-established firm but always growing. Our staff provides comprehensive financial, accounting, and business solutions to a wide variety of clients. We serve our clients in multiple capacities including, but not limited to, CFO, controller, accounting manager, accounting department support, systems implementation, income tax representation, forensic matters, etc. We do not perform certified audits or reviews due to our proactive consulting approach.We believe mentoring, guidance, and positive interaction are vital parts of staff growth and development. Ours is an interesting, fast-paced, tech-savvy environment but one in which the workload is managed consequently, overtime is very moderate. QualificationsBachelor s Degree in Accounting, Business, or Finance requiredMinimum 5 years of tax and accounting experience requiredPrior experience with a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) a plusCPA license or in process a plusThrives in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environmentComfortable in a paperless environmentTechnologically savvy with strong Microsoft computer skills, QuickBooks accounting software skills, and use of multiple screensPossesses Project Leader skillsDisplays excellent written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrates superior organizational, problem solving, and analytical skills, attention to detail and accuracyWorks well in a team environment, interacts with staff and clients comfortably and in a timely manner productive, self-starting, and independentPositive attitude a mustProfessional dress and demeanorDesire to learn and grow with the companyMust live within 15 miles of Westlake Village Job Duties Prepare and review individual and business Income tax returnsAssist with 1099s, property tax, payroll tax, sales taxPerform accounting closings and year end adjustments using procedural checklistsLead and manage tax and accounting projects and staffOther projects as assignedWe offer competitive compensation packages, including bonuses, health insurance, 401K plans, paid vacation, holidays, sick days, paid overtime, and opportunities for professional development. If you meet the qualifications listed above and are interested in joining our team as an Accounting ManagerSenior Tax Accountant, please submit your resume for consideration. Job Type Full-time Salary 40.00 - 50.00 per hour Benefits 401(k)Continuing education creditsHealth insuranceOpportunities for advancementPaid sick timePaid time offExperience level 5 yearsSchedule Monday to FridayAbility to commuterelocate - must live within 15 miles of Westlake Villag, CA Experience Tax and Accounting 5 years (Preferred)LicenseCertification CPA (Preferred)Work Location In person in office only