SummaryTo obtain a challenging and rewarding accounting position that will permit the use of my skills, knowledge and education to maximize my full potential while developing additional knowledge and abilities HighlightsSAP AS400 CAMS Microsoft Office Suite EducationFriends UniversityWichita,KansasExpected in1 2009 BBA Accounting-GPA GPA 3.5Accounting GPA 3.5Baker UniversityWichita,KansasExpected in Business Administration-GPA GPA 3.63Business Administration GPA 3.63 ExperienceThe Southern Company-AccountantAlbany,GA,2013-02 2014Approved and set up new capital jobs into JDE Entering all new assets into JDE and CAMS (upon completion of job) Keeping track of spending to ensure budget compliance Maintaining files for CIP and ensured proper documentation once job was completed.2.Finance Tag Working with admin managers to remain within budget relating to expenses Acting as a go-to person when questions and concerns arise Conducting monthly one-on-one meetings with admin managers and communicated any new policies that were to be implemented.3.Purchasing Cards Conducted monthly audits of VISA purchasing cards Ensured compliance with established company policies Making use tax entries when necessary on outside purchases.4.Other Various Duties Entered monthly journal entries and accruals Reconciled assigned balance sheets and collect document all balance sheets for LLC, Cargill Inc.and GP Completed government reporting compliance forms.Department Of The Interior-Campus AccountantAlbuquerque,NM,06 2012-12 20121.Managing Student Accounts Processed various forms of students payments including self-payments, financial aid, military benefits and loans Monitoring the aged trial balance and sending out statements regarding past due accounts Working with students on managing their tuition balances and counseling regarding repayment options Charging correct tuition and other fees on student accounts and communicating with students about current balances on accounts.2.Inventory Control Ordering books, uniforms and tool kits for each new phase start Passing out all required material and maintaining accurate inventory using the just-in-time inventory method Requesting all instructor materials as needed Responsible with setting up new accounts and inventory for new automotive program.3.Accounts Payable Coding invoices received by the campus Processing all manual check requests Creating all purchase orders for any new orders.4.Various Other Accounting Duties Scheduling routine services Depositing monies in the company bank account Performing end of month duties.Macquarie Group-Staff AccountantSan Diego,CA,12 2010-05 2012Sales and Use Tax- KS, MO and OK Developed and implemented a new strategy in collecting reporting monthly taxes Trained associates on new tax procedures Maintained responsibility for any necessary amended returns Worked closely with auditors during sales tax audits Monitored invoices and work orders to ensure proper codes are used Accrued tax liability for use tax Closed tax accounts for end of month year.2.Fixed Assets Maintained responsibility for the rental side of the company including journal entries, inter-company transactions, depreciation, estimates, warranties and all related reconciliations Worked closely with the accountants of the other entities to ensure that inventory control is properly practiced and implemented Closed fixed asset account for end of month year.Department Of The Interior-Senior Finance AssociateBoise,ID,10 2008-11 2010Invoice Processing Processed invoices for vendors as assigned Worked month statements from vendors Assisted with foreign vendors and helped monitor the changing currency rates Monitored checks that were outstanding and followed up with the proper vendor.2.Warranties and Returns Ensured that all warranties and returns were properly processed.Including matching the costs of repairs compared to what was authorized with the company, making any adjusting entries and reconciling accounts.3.Assisted with new AP policy for payments Played an important role converting vendors to an ACH payment option in place of traditional paper checks Provided assistance to vendors who needed help navigating the new payment procedures Provided feedback to my supervisors and worked closely with them to make improvements to the new policy.Beauty-Staff AccountantCity,STATE,06 2006-09 20081.Oversaw all aspects of accounting for 21 Beauty First retail salons Monitored inventory control procedures and tracked any material variances Worked with store associates during yearly audits and ensured accounts were reconciled Monitored open purchases orders and provided feedback on any known issues Trained new accounting assistants on the proper way to monitor their assigned stores Reconciled cost of goods at the end of each month Closed accounts for end of month year.2.Bank Reconciliations Monitored deposits and verified to bank accounts Ensured credit cards balanced and processed any related fees Assisted in developing a new spreadsheet to track bank deposits Reconciled bank accounts for month year end.3.Sales Tax Calculated sales tax for all markets and issued payment Monitored product that was used in the salon and accrued use tax as necessary Reconciled tax accounts for the accounting manager at the end of the month year. SkillsAccounting, Accounts Payable, accruals, AP, AS400, automotive, trial balance, balance sheets, Bank Reconciliations, benefits, budget, counseling, credit, documentation, Finance, financial, Fixed Assets, forms, government, instructor, inventory, inventory control, Inventory Control, JDE, Managing, materials, meetings, Microsoft Office Suite, policies, Coding, Purchasing, reconciling, repairs, reporting, retail, Sales, SAP, Scheduling, spreadsheet, strategy, Tax, taxes, year end  SEP  TITLE Senior Joint Interest AccountantABOUT THE COMPANY W T Offshore, Inc. (NYSE WTI) is a thriving, independent oil and natural gas producer operating in the Gulf of Mexico, the second-largest producing basin in the U.S. for nearly four decades. ABOUT OUR EMPLOYEES We have built a team of talented and collaborative individuals who are committed to cultivating a culture of integrity, honesty, trust, respect, and communication. Our mission is to attract and retain like-minded team members who will grow and prosper within our W T community. W T offers a competitive total rewards program designed to provide competitive pay, health and financial benefits, and work-life balance.WORKING LOCATION Houston Office - 5718 WESTHEIMER RD 77057FULL-TIMEPART-TIME Full-Time.SCHEDULE M-T, 9 hours (in-office)F, 4 hours (remote)FLSA STATUS Salaried - Non ExemptPOSITION SUMMARY The Senior Joint Interest Accountants primary responsibilities include reverse and rebook entries, master data maintenance, monthly JIB processing, cost allocations, monthly journal entries, preparation of month, quarter and year-end account reconciliations, analytics, and the preparation of internal documents and analyses used in the closing and reporting processes. The Joint interest accountant is a leader with a strong working knowledge of joint interest and the ability to effectively communicate. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES Analyze and prepare monthly and quarterly close transactionsCalculate monthly capital and LOE accrualsAnalyze AFE expenditures for accuracy and completenessPerform analytics and account reconciliationsInvestigate joint interest billing discrepanciesEnsure transactional compliance with SOX, JOAs, and COPAS and guidelinesExecute monthly operated joint interest billing processAnalyze JIB variances and provide explanations with supporting documentationCreate payout calculations quarterlyAnalyze and prepare accounts receivable reconciliationKnowledge and execution of production handling agreementsReview and process non-operated joint interest billings via EnergyLinkInterpret purchase and sales agreementsAnalyze boat, helicopter, and fuel logs for proper billingEffectively communicate with internal departments and external partnersPerform and assume other duties and responsibilities at the direct of the Joint Interest Accounting Supervisor Director, Expenditure AccountingContinuously work to enhance and improve processes while adhering to GAAP and internal control policies KNOWLEDGE, EDUCAITON EXPERIENCE Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or related discipline5 years of joint interest accounting experience at an exploration and production companyEnergyLink experienceP2 BOLO (including DAVfinancial statement interface, P2 AFEDocVueProcureItJoint Operating Agreement (JOA) knowledgeCOPAS Accounting Procedure knowledgeM AESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Successful job applicants will be able to perform these functions. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Report to the Corporate Office daily and adhere to scheduleAbility to access, input, and retrieve information from a computer andor electronic deviceAbility to have face to face conversations with stakeholders, peers and executive managementAbility to sit or stand for long periods of time and move around work environment as neededComply with company policies and procedurePHYSICAL REQIREMENTS Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stoopingOccasional lifting up to 10 lbs.Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee. W T Offshore is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment. W T Offshore Inc. offers competitive total rewards including health welfare benefits, 401k match, competitive pay and an annual bonus program (STI).W T Offshore does not offer sponsorship of employment-based nonimmigrant visa petitions for this role.

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