SummaryIndividual with strong interpersonal and communication skills, leadership experience, and a dedicated work ethic seeks employment with a company allowing for expansion of accounting skills, development of business acumen and continued professional education. Desire the opportunity to contribute to a company s success resulting in continued career growth and progression. Experience05 2015toPresentStaff AccountantRoss Stores, Inc Camden,NJ,Prepare support to be reviewed by the Accounting Manager to issue monthly cash basis financial statements for The United Food and Commercial Workers Industry Pension Fund.Complete monthly cash basis reconciliations which includes four bank reconciliations, an investment reconciliation for over 50 investment funds and pension and contribution reconciliation.Assist the Accounting Manager to complete annual audit tasks and to prepare accrual basis financial statements.Prepare monthly annual journal entries for review by the Accounting Manager.Communicate with the custodial bank, auditors, investment consultants, attorneys weekly.Approve invoices on a weekly basis and submit for payment to the Accounting Clerk and distribute investment directive letters to the custodial bank daily.Compile information for the auditors to complete Form 5500 and reconcile information for Corporate Accounting to prepare annual Forms 1099-M and 1099-R.Responsible.07 2013to05 2015Staff AccountantRoss Stores, Inc Cameron,TX,Responsible as in charge on approximately 10 audits which included audit procedures, preparation of financial statements and completion of related annual tax forms.Prepared annual tax forms such as Form 5500, Form 990 and Form LM-2 including compilation and validation of data for clients with 80M plus in net assets.Planned financial audits through understanding company and client objectives, structure, policies, processes, internal controls and external regulations for local and regional unions, union training funds, not-for-profits and employee benefit plans.Performed tests of pension contributions and distributions, insurance claims, and cash disbursements.Communicated audit progress and findings to audit manager and client through status meetings, highlighted unresolved issues through review of work papers and summary information.Maintained ongoing relationship with clients post audit completion.01 1to08 2012InternState Of Colorado ,,Assisted senior accountants in completion of annual audits and preparation of working papers for local and regional unions, not-for-profits and employee benefit plans.Verified data relating to the client s minutes, testing of controls and account balances related to receipts and expenses.Aided in compiling information for the completion of Form LM-2.Completed extensive excel worksheets and amortization tables after verifying data. Education and TrainingExpected intotoBachelor of Arts Accounting Human Services ManagementIllinois Wesleyan University,Bloomington,ILGPA Graduated Summa Cum LaudeAccounting Human Services Management SkillsReceived CPA certification from ILBOEExpanded knowledge of Sage50 Accounting Software, Great Plaines Accounting Software, Microsoft Excel Office, Engagement CS Creative SolutionsGeneral knowledge of QuickBooks SkillsAccounting, Accounting Manager, Accounting Software, accrual, bank reconciliations, Corporate Accounting, CPA, client, clients, validation of data, financial audits, financial statements, preparation of financial statements, Forms, funds, insurance, letters, meetings, Microsoft Excel, excel, Office, policies, processes, progress, QuickBooks, Sage, tables, tax  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.