Natalie Benson
Philadelphia
Summary
Detail-oriented Senior Accountant focused on improving company financial operations and streamlining processes using effective leadership, planning and decision-making abilities. Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Growth Business Senior Staff Accountant
Allied Universal
05.2024 - Current
- Prepare monthly revenue and cost accrual entries for three distinct business segments, generating over $300 million in annual revenue
- Prepare account reconciliations and adjusting journal entries to ensure accuracy and completeness
- Analyze income statement variances and evaluate actual performance against budget expectations
- Collaborate with Billing and Operations team to optimize revenue and control expenses
- Assist internal and external auditors, providing supporting documentation of internal controls and business processes
Accountant
Kitching Partners LLC
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Completed monthly bank reconciliations and prepared quarterly financial statements
- Performed investment analysis and prepared quarterly graphs and schedules
- Maintained accurate general ledger records in Quickbooks
- Processed vendor payments and resolved payment discrepancies
Senior Accountant
Corcentric LLC
04.2020 - 09.2023
- Mentored and trained staff accountants and interns, fostering skill development and team growth
- Investigated payroll and income tax issues for 4 companies in the U.S. and abroad, communicating directly with government agencies
- Prepared payroll and employee benefit journal entries, including payroll and vacation accruals
- Processed biweekly payroll for over 500 hourly and salary employees
Staff Accountant
R.S. Abrams & Co. LLP
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Prepared financial statements and disclosures for school districts and local governments in accordance with GAAP
- Analyzed and reconciled balance sheet and income statement accounts
- Performed internal audit testing and evaluation internal controls
Staff Accountant
Insero & Co. CPAs LLP
06.2017 - 05.2019
- Prepared financial statements and disclosures for non-profits, municipalities, and school districts
- Examined general ledger detail and proposed adjusting journal entries
- Evaluated accounts receivable and accounts payable balances to ensure proper cutoff
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
State University of New York at Geneseo
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
State University of New York at Geneseo
Skills
- Income statement variance analysis
- Adjusting journal entries
- Balance sheet account reconciliations
- Strong communication skills
- Detailed financial statement analysis
- Payroll processing
- Investigating payroll tax and sales tax notices
- Bank reconciliation
- GAAP compliance
- Month-end closing
- Internal controls implementation
- Audit support
Certification
Certified Public Accountant, New York
Timeline
Growth Business Senior Staff Accountant
Allied Universal
05.2024 - Current
Accountant
Kitching Partners LLC
10.2023 - 05.2024
Senior Accountant
Corcentric LLC
04.2020 - 09.2023
Staff Accountant
R.S. Abrams & Co. LLP
05.2019 - 04.2020
Staff Accountant
Insero & Co. CPAs LLP
06.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish
State University of New York at Geneseo
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
State University of New York at Geneseo
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