Professional SummaryI have a proven ability to establish high levels of credibility and positive rapport with partners, senior administrative staff, and clientele while maintaining a highly proficient level in in data collection and analysis for tax preparation and program audits. I am able to combine working knowledge of audit program details to provide assurance of the financial statements. I seek opportunities that involve accounting and financial analysis positions that allow me to efficiently and effectively use my skills learned from public accounting. SkillsFiscal budgeting knowledgeCash flow analysisERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) softwareAccount reconciliation specialistBudget analysisSelf-motivated professionalAccount reconciliation specialist Work History08 2012to2014Staff AccountantWest Liberty Foods West Liberty,,Efficiently and accurately completed audits, reviews, and other attestation services for a wide variety of clients in the government contracting industry, construction industry, and real estate industry Utilized great attention to detail in order to prepare and submit personal and corporate tax returns on a state and federal level Worked NADART, the financial services center of NADA, 401(k) audits for employee benefit plan audits Performed the testing on major business areas such as cash disbursements, cash receipts, and payroll Utilized high levels of adaptability in order to compile and prepare financial statements for a wide variety of clients Performed analytical procedures on the major areas of the financial statements.Performed cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and investment reconciliations on large multi-billion and multi-million dollar clients Performed internal control testing to ensure that the proper safeguards were in place to detect and prevent material misstatements that could affect the financial statements Managed inexperienced staff on several preliminary field work audit engagements Performed analytics on the contract schedules including but not limited to over under billings, gross profit, revenue to date, and percent of complete analysis for several large construction companies such as Clark Construction Group and Shirley Contracting Company Analyzed the cost that that were charged to a variety of small and large contracts (direct vs.indirect and non-payroll vs.payroll) Researched and completed several projects on analyzing key financial indexes affecting the construction industry and provided those results to management for blog articles Staff accountant in charge of the configuration and implementation of the Amelio Software System Responsible to ensure that its application in the Construction Industry Services Group was efficient and ready for use during busy season Provided efficient, excellent service while adhering to strict timelines and budget demands.Analyzed monthly balance sheet accounts for corporate reporting.Maintained integrity of general ledger, including the chart of accounts.Analyzed and researched reporting issues to improve accounting operations procedures.06 2011toCurrentAssistant Swim Team CoachYmca Twin Cities Maplewood,,Selected out of a competitive group of coaches to assist with the coordination and management of the swim team.Responsible for the safety of over 100 swimmers ages 5 to 18.Coordinated swim practices, swim clinics, private lessons, and swim meet events.Communicated with parents about swim team events and various activities.09 2009toCurrentAssistantPuff Co Los Angeles,,Assisted parents and students locate the materials needed for their selected courses.Ordered books and supplies that were needed for classes with special requirements.06 2005to2011Acting Pool Operator and Head LifeguardBonaventure Realty Group, LLC City,,Managed multiple facilities and their operations including a variety of aquatic assets such as filtration and pool pump systems.Successfully created effective and efficient pool schedules for employees at multiple sites.Trained employees to correctly operate aquatic systems and maintain correct chemical levels. EducationExpected in2012totoBachelor of Science Accounting and Information SystemsVirginia Tech-Blacksburg,VAGPA Accounting and Information Systems Skillsaccounting, accountant, accounts payable, accounts receivable, ADP, attention to detail, billings, budget, competitive, contracts, clients, financial, financial statements, government, gross profit, materials, Microsoft Office Suite, payroll, reading, real estate, safety, Sage, tax, articles  SEP  ACCOUNTANT II At Folk Williams Financial Management, finances are the fuel that keeps our company moving. We are passionate about people who bring enthusiasm, integrity, positivity and drive to our team. Were looking for a qualified Accountant II to keep numbers and budgets on track with unwavering accuracy while maintaining our QUEST values through Quality, Understanding, Education, Strategy, and Trust. The most successful people will have a natural passion for accounting and a strong knowledge of the intricacies of assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liability, and other financial transactions within an organization. They will play an enormously important supportive role, keeping the financial outlook bright with precision and proactive measures. Responsibilities Day-to-Day ResponsibilitiesManage multiple client accounts and relationships with key business partnersFollow documented policies and proceduresTrack expenses, budgets, taxes, cash flows, invoices, receipts and other financial dealings of a companyMaintain and update records and reports for profit and loss, taxes, liabilities, assets, customers, and vendorsMonitor accounts payables and receivablesEnsure the financial transactions in assigned general ledger accounts are recorded in the general ledger in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)Perform mid-level general ledger account reconciliations, verify accuracy of data, and report, identify, and correct errors made by both internal and external personnel Financial ReportingSupport timely weekly, monthly, quarterly, half-year, and year-end financial close, including assigned journal entries, balance sheet account reconciliations, accruals, and overall maintenance of all operational management accounts Assist in providing schedules and commentary with respect to operating maintenance accounts results and variances, and with the production of working capital and cash-flow reportsPrepare special financial reports as requested by management by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends Review, document, and resolve variances in monthly preliminary financial statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Statement of Cash Flows) prior to distributionRun reports on an ad-hoc and a recurring basis with the ability to analyze the results and discuss with managementWrite report commentary and financial statement notesDevelop and present financial reports, data, and key findings that illustrates the financial story A Team-PlayerExemplify professionalism in all aspects of the role, including team and client interactionsUphold QUEST values Quality, Understanding, Education, Strategy, and TrustProvide exceptional communication and customer service Keep all lines of communication open, responding swiftly to requestsAdapt quickly to change and collaborate with team membersSupport client onboarding processes for client engagementsCreate and maintain key process flows related to the positionAssist with writing and updating departmental policies and proceduresIdentify ways to enhance processing efficiency and communicate suggestions for improvement to managementParticipate in recurring team and one-on-one check-in meetingsCommunicate with your manager regarding your established schedule and any potential capacity issuesEmbrace coaching and feedback provided by your manager and implement changes, as needed, to help meet individual, team and client goalsLead and manage special projects as assigned QualificationsBachelor s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Management or related field4 years of experience in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Finance, or Financial AnalysisKnowledge of GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the U.S.)Technologically savvy knowledge worker who seeks out technology solutions to business challengesProficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint) and QuickBooks Highly detail oriented and possesses strong organizational and interpersonal skillsSuperior analytical, data analysis, and problem solving skills Able to create financial presentations and clearly articulate, present, and illustrate the resultsComfortable and adept at preparing and presenting ideas and concepts to groups of people in both formal or informal settingsMust have a strong command of business English and offer a warm but business-like presence through the spoken word. Fluent interaction with all levels of management and clientsCapable of preparing standard correspondence using correct grammar, spelling and syntax, while providing accurate informationA strong ability to read and assimilate correspondence, policies, practices, and procedures from team members and clients A desire to grow through continued training Must reside in Atlanta, GA Preferred QualificationsActive pursuit of Certified Public Accountant (CPA) licenseQuickbooks CertifiedFinancial Reporting Software (Syft Analytics, Macabacus)Experience in audit accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, andor production accounting a plus Benefits401(k) 401(k) MatchingHealth InsurancePaid Time OffWorkLife Balance Full-Time In-PersonHybrid Must reside in Atlanta, GA

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