Professional SummaryExperienced Senior Accountant successful at cultivating effective working relationships at all levels while driving improvements to accounts and payroll functions, budget administration, and forecasting of future financial needs. Proven track record of performing work ethically while maintaining integrity of all financial data. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude with willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. SkillsAP and AR ManagementPayroll ManagementAudit PreparationStaff TrainingInventory Assessment1099 reportingUnclaimed Property reportingMonthly Account Bank ReconciliationsGAAP Accounting PracticesFinancial StatementsTeam CollaborationAccounting Software Systems Work HistorySenior Staff Accountant,06 2018toCurrentAimbridge Hospitality Temple,TX,Leads management of company payroll function for US bi-weekly and semi-monthly along with 2 monthly international payrolls across Asia and Europe for hourly and salaried employees (including Expatriates) through third-party payroll service providers (170 employees).Collects and maintains employee information (including employee benefits ie medical, 401K contributions, 401K deferrals) and preserves confidentiality of all files.Assists in preparing and reviewing payroll tax forms, W2 s, 1095-C s.Manages international account functions in Asia and Europe.Gathers and analyzes employee, department and company-wide financial information.Reports project profitability and expense reporting to Project Head for 325 project annually.Prepares monthly journal entries, reports and reconciliations for 5 day close.Manages employee time records and prepares related reports to senior management on weekly basis.Assists with training new finance team members.Helped convert financial department systems from QuickBooks to NetSuite and OpenAir.Assists in duties under staff accountant and additional projects as needed.Staff Accountant,04 2015to06 2018Sunpro Joliet,IL,Performs management of accounting functions and oversees maintenance of 2 QuickBooks Accounting ERP systems for US based and European based accounts including A P, A R, and Collections ensures accuracy and timeliness of internal and external reporting.Processed weekly cash payments for expert interviews of 100 along with 30 vendor payments.Assists in month-end close, gathers enters all invoices and expense reports, prepares end of month reports ie pass through expenses, budget analysis for 25 internal departments.Prepares and posts Journal Entries as needed.Prepares project expense reconciliations after completion.Manages unclaimed property reporting and 1099 reporting of 500 annually, assists in California Use Tax Reporting.Evaluated and improved accuracy and completeness of financial records.Takes on ad hoc projects as needed.Office Manager,02 2015to04 2016Steelseries Chicago,IL,Set up QuickBooks Accounting ERP software.Managed AR, AP, and payroll functions for 100K catering company.Managed communications and correspondence with customers regarding catering orders.Accountant,03 2012to12 2013Anne Carlsen Moorhead,MN,Lead management of accounting functions and oversaw maintenance of NetSuite Accounting ERP system including A P, A R, Collections and Customer Service Ordering ensured accuracy and timeliness of internal and external reporting.Managed and maintained firm s items list.Logged, ordered, and billed customer orders.Monthly reconciliation of operating account, prepared and maintained appropriate work papers, and created and maintained Excel spreadsheets.Took on ad hoc projects i.e. restructured entire item list used for billing, automation of expense report processing, built W-9 record file not previously implemented.Accounts Payable Technician,07 2011to11 2011Calista Anchorage,AK,Increased management of firm s AP function utilizing Great Plains Accounting ERP software.Monthly reconciliation of operating bank account.Assisted with various ad hoc projects for management, i.e.Audit prep, researched outstanding checks for previous 3 years and outstanding bills locked in Great Plains Accounting ERP system due to failed software conversion.Accounting Intern,09 2009to12 2009Ati Metals Richland,WA,Designed for 1 Semester to assisted management of firm s A P function.Maintained daily reconciliations of firm with Federal Reserve.Performed data entry, printed reports, files and ad hoc projects.Office Assistant,12 2006to01 2009Nascentia Health Tonawanda,NY,Managed firm s A P and A R functions for 1M circuit board plating company.Assisted with weekly payroll within QuickBooks software.Managed purchase orders process and inventory system with Microsoft Access, including precious metals.Monthly reconciliation of operating account.Assisted in month end close, prepared and posted monthly journal entries in general ledger.Logged in, billed and shipped customer purchase orders.Created and maintained Excel Spreadsheets, performed data entry, printed reports, filed and organized. EducationB.S Business Administration with Accounting,Expected in2012toFramingham State University-Framingham,MAGPA (Cum Laude  SEP  Job Title Senior AccountantLocation Atlanta, GA (Hybrid)Duration 12 Months (Contract) The candidate will assist in be responsible for Day-to-day general ledger accounting, including journal entry preparation and related reporting in the areas of Prepaids, Accruals, Payroll, Benefits, and Intercompany Related Party processes.Assist in the monthly accounting close procedures including proper period end cut-off and accounting close schedule.Calculating and maintaining payroll related and cost accruals to ensure accurate monthly cut off.Monitoring elements leading to cross margin profitability analysis and support to project management.Maintenance of chart of accounts and cost center reporting. Qualifications Bachelors degree in accounting or finance (concentration in Accounting) preferred.10 years of accounting experience (General Ledger, AR, AP, Cash Management).5 years of financial analysis.Audit background a plus.Experience working in an international and cross-cultural environment.Experience with SAPR3 or S4 (FI) required.Experience with SAP BW, SAP CRM is a plus.Proficiency in knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS Accounting, and US Tax.Strong PC skills with advanced knowledge in Excel and PPT.

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