For the given job description <<Senior Accountant will serve as a resource in accounting areas of focus, including timely completion of all month-end financial close tasks, analysis and reporting. This position will research, resolve, and document accounting related issues, and help develop and strengthen accounting and internal control processes and procedures. The ideal candidate will have a thorough understanding of complex accounting concepts and strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to complete the following essential duties and responsibilities:MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN! Facilitates and completes monthly closing procedures, including journal entries and general ledger reviews. Performs a variety of general to complex accounting and financial analysis functions in support of departmental duties. Coach and mentor less experienced accounting staff and help them resolve problems. Assist in developing streamlined internal control processes and serve as a liaison with teams outside of accounting to promote teamwork and collaboration across the organization. Coordinating deliverables and acting as a primary contact for the annual external audit. Compile information and assist in preparation for federal income tax returns, state income tax returns and related schedules. Research and provide accounting guidance and support functional or operational areas of the company. Drive process and reporting improvements and standardization efforts while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Handle special projects, taking full responsibility for their successful and timely completion. Additionally, the candidate must meet the following Education andor Experience requirements:Bachelor's degree in accounting required.3+ years of progressive responsibilityLicensed CPA or successfully working toward obtaining CPA license.Public accounting experience a plus.Strong accounting skills and familiarity with accounting research tools.Strong understanding of internal controls and related procedures.Strong verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills.Displays a "roll-up your sleeve" positive attitude and takes ownership of hisher work.Ability to work independently andor with a team and take on new tasks with high level of difficulty.Ability to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a fast paced, deadline driven environment and proactively resolve or escalate issues across functions and follow up as necessary.High proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.This role has the following physical demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.The employee must occasionally lift andor move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package that includes:Referral, Holiday, and Annual Bonuses.Annual pay increases.Paid Time Off.Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.Company-paid Short Term and Long-Term disability.Company-paid Life Insurance.Tuition Reimbursement.Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with company matching contributions.Charitable donation matching programs.>> the resume: <<SummaryWe are responsible for ensuring all information entered into the systems of record (AFS) is accurate and complete for all loan applications.  To validate loan approval data for commercial and consumer loans in all markets.
Education and TrainingTechnical Career InstituteNew York,NYExpected in12/95––Associate of Arts:Business Administration-GPA:Comerica Bank CenterDetroit,MIExpected in––:-GPA:Required Annual Corporate HR Curriculum Courses
ExperienceComerica-Data Validation AnalystGoodyear,AZ,09/2015-CurrentAs an analyst we gather and enter in the system for record required data that is not included in the Recap from carious internal and external sources.Engages, interacts and/or consults with peer, and other LTS departments, credit administration, relationship managers, legal counsel, customer and venders.We develop knowledge and understanding of support and loan documents required for the borrowing entity, collateral type, loan controls and/or covenants contained in the credit approval for carious Commercial and Consumer loans.We gather and ensure accuracy of final documentation post-closing.We ensure all key operational metrics, particularly in the areas of service quality; productivity and overall efficiency are met.Our process is to review, analyze and interpret information in the Recap.We initiate direct communication verbally and in writing, with Credit Support, Relationship Managers, Internal and External Legal Counsel, customers, and vendors to collect.To validate and enter into the systems the required information to document board and provide accurate reporting on Commercial/Consumer loans.To maintain relationships and effectively encourage collaboration in providing quality customer service, also in working diligently to meet internal and external deadlines.To understand and maintain knowledge of legal and regulatory issues to assess degree of risk in information obtained for various Commercial and Consumer loans.Bankwest-International Lending Assistant  IISelby,SD,06/2006-10/2015As an International Lending Assistant II, I have 7 years of experience in Customer Service, various Microsoft Office Suite applications, Hogan, AFS, Deals and Money Net.To have excellent organizational, technical and effective communication skills.Proactive and reactive contacts with assigned clientele base for routine requests as well as crisis resolutions and problem solving.Inputting trade orders accurately; buying/selling within the specific time frames; providing available funds in account to meet agreement objectives.Execute procedures to open/close/transfer accounts.Verify correct postings in accounts.To better facilitate our Mexico clienteles understanding of Comerica OPS procedures, translation required during calls, for documentation, and emails, etc.The ability to communicate with senior management when the situation is required or issues arise.Various non-routine administrative support functions teamed with account administrator(s) to provide client service.Attend departmental training and applicable Corporate HR curriculum when offered.Daily responsibilities include:  Loan set-up and updates, Reaffirmation, Loan Processing, Overdrafts, Tax receipts in billing processing,  loan cancellations, wire processing, working with Investments for  Comerica Securities, Euro-Dollar Investments, Time Deposits and Letters of Credit.Also, transactions with internal transfers, check deposits into Demand Deposit Accounts, working with the Foreign Exchange Department for foreign rates as requested by customers.Authorize holds and releases of Collateral accounts.Process Letters of Credit and Legal fees, including new issuances, draws, pay-downs and amendments.Operations support in overdrafts, Demand Deposit Accounts opening within 48hours, closing accounts, and investigations on response to customers and officers, and Exceptions request completion and/or status update within 24 hours of receipt.Ensuring AML and Credit files are completed according to AML, KYC and OFAC compliance procedures.Work as a team member with Supervisor and other Relationship Administrator's daily; assist/resolve computer applications and technical problems utilizing skills.Daily required use of Spanish language skills.Bankwest-Administrative Assistant/HR ManagerMitchell,SD,11/2017-04/2017Data entry of invoices and booking company travel arrangements.Schedule meetings/agenda requests and budget.Sent mailings and overnighted important documents of company related products for marketing and business/sales expansion purposes.Create reports and lists of companies as requested by Sales personnel.The Mortgage Zone, Inc-Mortgage ProcessorCity,STATE,04/2017-11/2017Reviewed and processed loans for multiple loan officers.Assisted loan officers with conditions to Close in a timely manner.Maintained and processed a pipeline of approximately 55 loans, turning over 15-20 closings per month.Worked with lenders such as Flagstar Bank, Chase/BC Bank, GreenPoint, Option One, Abn Amro Bank, Countrywide, and Indymac.Processed files using Calyx, DO/DU and LP.Reviewed, analyzed, and cleared titles and appraisals.Assisted CEO to maintain and track Pipeline Reports and Compliance information.Provided translation for Spanish speaking clientele.Bluestone Mortgage Corp-Mortgage ProcessorCity,STATE,04/2017-04/2017Reviewed and processed loans for 12 loan officers.Assisted loan officers in clearing conditions in order to close in a timely manner.Maintained and processed a pipeline of approximately 65 loans, turning over up to 12 closings per week.Worked with lender such as Flagstar Bank, Chase/Chase BC Bank, GreenPoint, Option One, Abn Amro Bank, Countrywide and IndyMac.Processed files using Calyx, DO/DU and LP.Reviewed, analyzed, cleared titles and appraisals.Assisted CEO & VP with administrative duties.Assisting VP to maintain and track pipeline reports, compliance information, and distribute loans to processors.Provided translation for Spanish speaking clientele.
SkillsAdministrative Duties, Administrative Support, Analyst, Closings, Communication Skills, Computer Applications, Customer Service, Data entry, Documentation, Sr. Management, Foreign Exchange, Hogan,  Investments,  Loan Processing, Microsoft Office Suite, Organizational, Problem Solving,  Quality, Reporting, Cross Selling, Sales, Securities, Tax, Translation-Spanish Language>>. The result is, No Fit

Fit assessment: No Fit