Detail-oriented Accountant with over 10 years of experience in corporate, public, and non-profit accounting. Skilled in developing budgets, executing payroll, and training employees to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial operations. Self-starter that is willing to try new opportunities to be successful.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Allegheny Land Trust
Sewickley, PA
05.2019 - Current
Led monthly financial close processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
Maintained integrity of general ledger, including the chart of accounts.
Generated financial statements and facilitated accounting closing procedures each month.
Collaborated with staff to maintain grant reimbursements and record grants accordingly.
Calculated and allocated monthly payroll benefits and overhead expenses to maintain financial accuracy.
Executed payroll processing and calculated 403(b) contributions to support employee benefits administration.
Developed and delivered comprehensive training programs to ensure new employees understand accounting principles and adhere to company procedures.
Reviewed and refined monthly closing processes to facilitate accurate and consistent financial statements.
Engaged with outside auditors to ensure thorough preparation for annual audit and 990 tax documentation.
Staff Accountant
Ruzomberka Holland Renk Smith
Sewickley, PA
11.2011 - 12.2017
Maintained integrity of general ledger, including the chart of accounts for multiple clients.
Prepared Business & Individual tax returns. Preparation of governmental reports in compliance with strict standards prior to partner review.
Analyzed monthly balance sheet accounts for corporate accounting.
Compiled financial statements and executed monthly account closing procedures.
Delivered comprehensive training to new hires to ensure understanding of accounting principles and adherence to company procedures.
Developed comprehensive accounting procedure manuals for diverse client needs.
Performed administrative tasks such as record-keeping, writing correspondence and gathering materials.
Compiled financial reports pertaining to cash receipts, expenditures and profit & loss.
Drafted and reviewed financial statement compilations before being approved by the partners.
Performed complex general accounting functions, including preparation of journal entries, account analysis and balance sheet reconciliations.
Oversaw fixed asset module management and executed monthly depreciation calculations and recordings.
Compiled and organized accounting records based on detailed examination of clients' checks and cash receipts.
Compiled and communicated monthly expense variances to enhance financial oversight.
Accountant
H&R Block & Business Services, Inc.
Omaha, NE
01.2010 - 09.2011
Achieved timely submission of payroll tax returns, including forms 941, 940, state unemployment, and state withholding, enhancing compliance and operational efficiency.
Facilitated accurate payroll tax documentation, contributing to seamless financial operations and reducing potential penalties.
Executed payroll processing for multiple clients, including preparation of year-end reports and W-2 forms.
Executed full cycle accounting processes, including financial statement preparation, inventory management, accounts payable, and accounts receivable.
Sales & Use Tax Returns (multi-state)
Supported tax preparation efforts for businesses and individuals, enhancing financial reporting and regulatory adherence.
Executed software implementation strategies to enhance client operations.
Accountant
Midwest Accounting & Tax Service, Inc.
Omaha, NE
10.2008 - 08.2009
Analyzed and maintained detailed records for more than 40 client financial statements, focusing on precision and regulatory adherence.
Oversaw the generation of comprehensive monthly sales tax reports for states such as NC, NE, AR, and CA.
Managed sales tax filing processes for diverse state jurisdictions.
Monthly and Quarterly Payroll Tax Returns
Prepared multiple payrolls for clients including year end reports & W-2's
Preparation of Corporate & Individual tax returns.
Oversaw end-to-end accounting activities, including invoicing, reconciliations, and financial statement preparation for high-value clients.
Accounting Supervisor
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2003 - 03.2007
Supervision of staff
Review & approval of all entries to the general ledger through Peoplesoft Financials.