Job description:
purpose and scopeworks with the finance division in day-to-day activities. assists in design, development, and preparation of reports in netsuite. provides ongoing and ad hoc financial analysis to meet needs of leadership. prepares journal entries, general ledger account reconciliations, record of assetsliabilities and works with accounts payable other financial transactions. fulfills cross-functional duties throughout the finance division as needed, including special projects. the overarching goal is to build a continuously improving accounting system with integrity and provide exceptional customer service. essential job functions provide assigned monthly closing entries and reconciliations for a variety of accounts required for proper financial reporting.assist in design, development, and preparation of reports in netsuite.provide ongoing and ad hoc financial analysis to meet leadership needs.monitor and record daily bank transactions, upload files, monitor approvals, and createedit templates.assist in preparation of cash flow reporting.prepare financial statements and other reports.responsible for representing assigned divisions for ongoing budget support and monthly expense analysis.monitor annual report filing for zone llcs in all states.prepare reconciliations and documentation as requested for the annual audit. assist with annual filing of 1099 tax forms.prepare and process payment requests in a timely and accurate manner. process electronic expense reports for payment in accordance with travel & expense policies. process electronic payments through ach and wires.manage and record foreign currency payments and account for exchange rate differences.record payments for salaries, scripture procurement, and expenses.offer analysis to determine and prioritize workflow improvements.strives to increase efficiency and effectiveness in financial reconciliation and analysis processes.manage and lead various projects from time to time.handle confidential data.participate in daily morning staff devotions; on a rotating basis serve by praying and reading scripture in support of devotion leader.perform related and unrelated duties as required. work environment and time requirementsclimate-controlled office environment8-hour workday (hybrid work model)variations in work volume sometimes require extended working hourspotential for some remote work preferred qualificationsbachelors degree in accounting, finance, or related fieldcpa preferredexperience in non-profit accounting preferredcustomer-oriented with excellent interpersonal and communication skillsnetsuite experience preferred, proficient in microsoft office applications with strong excel experiencemature, responsible, driven and able to work independently with minimal supervisionsuccessful completion of a drug and background screen

Resume:
<<summaryhardworking senior accountant proficient in providing cost-effective and accurate accounting. exceptionally talented at preparing financial statements, reconciling transactions and employee development. highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. skills experience with software programs including but not limited to sap, microsoft word, powerpoint, excelability to lead and motivate other team members to achieve goalsstrong verbal and written communication skills.generally accepted accounting principlesgeneral ledger updatesmonthly and annual journal entriesinventory verificationverbal and written communicationcash analysisproblem-solvingaccounting policy and controlinventory assessmentaccount reconciliationreport preparationaccounts payableprocessing checks and invoicesfinancial reportingcritical thinking and analysisfinancial statementsfixed assets managementjournal entry preparation experience 07/2021tocurrentsenior accountantocean spray– ,maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performed complex accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements.oversaw month-end closing process, prepared financial statements and managed advanced reconciliations.prepared company's financial reports in accordance with established policies and procedures.reorganized systems in the accounting department to improve efficiency and cut excess spending.established controls and reporting systems to optimize governance structure.managed ap and ar operations, coordinating staff workflows and reviewing completed work to reduce errors.managed day-to-day finance operations by working closely with accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll staff to provide direction.prepared and presented operational reports to senior management and executive teams.consistently tested and developed strategies to improve information flow throughout organization.developed and coordinated trainings to help individuals learn company policies and procedures and job tasks.created training materials, schedules and presentations for new accounting employees.evaluated individuals regularly for progress or growth potential to guide decisions regarding advancement and additional training. 04/2019to 07/2021accountantbridgestone corporation– ,compiled, coded and submitted invoices to accounting for payment.analyzed invoice and expense reports, identified variances and researched issues to correct problems and maintain financial compliance.received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.monitored customer account details to minimize or rectify non-payments, delayed payments and other irregularities.generated, mailed and monitored invoices.evaluated open accounts to look for past-due balances and pursue collection strategies.performed various accounts receivable functions, handled cash receipts posting, updated cash flow reports and researched chargebacks and write-offs.processed new customer forms to set up accounts in system.assisted in streamlining accounts receivable process by identifying areas for performance improvement.prepared monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents and invoices.examined financial statements and income statements to review company's financial performance.analyzed monthly department budgeting and accounting reports to maintain expenditure controls.reviewed financial information detailing assets, liabilities and capital and prepared balance sheets and profit and loss statements.developed and documented business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.conducted forecasting and risk analysis assessments to maintain financial stability.developed reports for areas such as per-job and per-area margins, periodic variances and break-even points.tracked and monitored inventory and conducted cycle counts to maintain accurate records. 01/2017to 10/2018sales tax auditorcity of peoria– ,conducted independent field audits and investigations of sales tax returns to verify information provided.independently conducted and completed audit work in compliance with generally accepted accounting principles, generally accepted auditing procedures and division requirements.determined scope of audit to develop testing of internal controls and reconciliations.observed, compared, and reviewed financial records to ensure compliance with state of texas sales tax laws.determined additional tax liabilities from taxpayer records or other available information; ability to effectively estimate liabilities when records were unavailable.examined accounting systems and records to determine appropriateness of methods and controls.educated taxpayers in computing and reporting taxes due by researching and explaining requirements, rules, regulations, and procedures in accordance to state of texas sales tax laws.compiled detailed reports of audit findings to discuss with supervisor.demonstrated continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times and work cooperatively to provide quality customer service to taxpayerspassed all required training courses such as basic audit, sampling, intermediate audit and advanced audit training. education and trainingexpected in 12/2024totograduate certification in professional accounting:lamar university-beaumont,txgpa:expected in 05/2016totobachelors of business administration:accountinglamar university-,gpa:.