For the given job description <<Backed by a leading growth equity firm, an LA based CPGFood & Bev company is looking for a strong accounting professional who is motivated to join a dynamic, high-growth company. You will be a key contributor to a small Finance & Accounting team and will report directly to the Controller. As they continue to grow, there will be opportunities for learning and exposure to various key accounting areas.
Responsibilities: Assist with annual audit and SOX compliance activities Collaborate with Finance Team on month close AP Assist with AR Prepare weekly bank reconciliation Inventory accounting activities Reconcile intercompany balances and review transactions Prepare Unrealized and Realized FX gain and loss analysis Create journal entries for month-end close and year-end close Prepare consolidated financial statements Prepare Monthly Flux Analysis Review, investigate, and correct errors in financial entries, documents, and reports Balance Sheet Reconciliations Develop and maintain internal controls and accounting policies and procedures.
Requirements: Bachelors degree in accounting 5 years of accounting experience (CPG industry with inventory preferred) OR 2+ years of audit experience (with inventory) Experience in creating policies and procedures is a plus Experience in a high growth and fast-paced environment Intermediate to advanced Excel
Compensation: Base + bonus + equity 95% of the employee health care cost 401k Dog friendly office

Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every submission.>> the resume: <<Professional SummaryDetail-driven accounting professional experienced in examining and analyzing accounting records, financial statements, and financial reports to assess accuracy and compliance with GAAP standards. Personable in managing client relationships and assisting clients to resolve problems and find solutions. Excels in high-pressure environments with critical deadlines.
SkillsGeneral LedgerMonthly Account ReconciliationClosing ProcessesRegulatory ComplianceBudgeting & Variance AnalysisMonthly Journal EntriesMicrosoft Excel, Hyperion, & OracleAccounts Payable and ReceivableInternal ControlsMonthly / Quarterly / Year End ReportsFinancial AnalysisAudit CoordinationCredit MemosFinancial ReportingAccount Reconciliation, PricingAccounting, ProcessesAccounts Payable and Receivable, Variance AnalysisBalance sheet, Year-endBillingBudgetingCash receiptsClosingContractsCreditClientsDeliveryDocumentationFinancialFinancial AnalysisFinancial auditsFinancial ReportingGeneral LedgerGLHyperionInventoryRegulatory ComplianceManagingMicrosoft ExcelOraclePresentations
Work History12/2017to11/2018Staff AccountantEducation First–Warren,NJ,Prepared balance sheet reconciliations by analyzing GL activity.Resolved issues through communication with business partners and identification of conflicts.Prepared documents, reports, and presentations for executives.Assisted with year-end financial audits.Analyzed P&L's to project future expenses.Created journal entry schedules to improve efficiency, support, and documentation of accounting processes.Set up and improved accounting processes to meet business needs and maximize effectiveness of operations.Evaluated and improved accuracy and completeness of financial records to boost regulatory compliance.12/2016to12/2017Accounts Receivable SpecialistAccura Healthcare–Traer,IA,Handled high volume of out-bound calls pertaining to delinquent accounts.Identified, researched, and resolved billing variances.Prevented impending loss and increased profitability by enforcing scheduled collection campaigns.Tracked contracts to keep billing accurate and current.Reconstructed accounting records from clients' checks and cash receipts.Trained new employees on company procedures.11/2011to12/2016Service WriterCummins–Delaware,OH,Produced accurate customer estimates and clearly articulated charges to customers to minimize complaints.Investigated and resolved accounting, service, and delivery concerns.Improved operational efficiencies while managing customers' requests, inventory, transactions, new purchase orders and pricing needs.Maintained contact with vendors regarding warranty and inventory issues.
EducationExpected inAUGUST 2017totoB.S:AccountingPurdue University Global-,GPA:GPA: 3.86
SkillsGeneral LedgerMonthly Account ReconciliationClosing ProcessesRegulatory ComplianceBudgeting & Variance AnalysisMonthly Journal EntriesMicrosoft Excel, Hyperion, & OracleAccounts Payable and ReceivableInternal ControlsMonthly / Quarterly / Year End ReportsFinancial AnalysisAudit CoordinationCredit MemosFinancial Reporting,Account Reconciliation, accounting, Accounts Payable and Receivable, balance sheet, billing, Budgeting, cash receipts, Closing, contracts, Credit, clients, delivery, documentation, financial, Financial Analysis, financial audits, Financial Reporting, General Ledger, GL, Hyperion, inventory, Regulatory Compliance, managing, Microsoft Excel, Oracle, presentations, pricing, Processes, Variance Analysis, year-end>>. The result is, 

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