Accountant
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Introductory role requiring relations and analytical skills to execute duties in a multifaceted position as storekeeper/bookkeeper for a local bookstore.

• Streamlined bookkeeping practices for a bookstore, to increase efficiency and cut time waste.
• Helped transition the store from paper bookkeeping to digital bookkeeping.
• Reported discoveries to the proprietor which prompted the implementation of new policies to promote operational efficiency and cut back on costs.
• Attended to clients upon entry into the establishment and recommended books based on their needs.

Handled invoice reviews and documentation for vendor operations, decreasing accounting errors by 60% over 2-year timeframe. Partnered with vendors, accountants, and company leadership to maintain cross-departmental collaboration.

• Monitored invoices and reviewed against budget requirements on a daily basis.
• Maintained vendor communications and spearheaded resolution of report inconsistencies as they arose.
• Compiled and delivered weekly and monthly reports to supervisor and company executive leadership.
• Reviewed operational best practices to ensure operational efficiency.

Conducted outgoing communications to 30+ insurance company representatives to resolve discrepancies and maximize company’s profitability. Built and maintained long-lasting relationships with clients while facilitating timely payments and procedures.

• Maintained and updated address book of provider and client contacts.
• Conducted outreach and targeted communications to follow up on outstanding payments and resolve issues.
• Processed invoices, incoming payments, and billing receipts utilizing Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks applications.

Developed practical accounting and critical thinking skills while managing the books of a small neighborhood store.

• Performed all bookkeeping tasks and executed financial reconciliations.
• Drafted and delivered detailed financial reports.
• Processed payments via credit cards, cheques, wire transfers, etc. and managed online banking and account reconciliations.
• Prepared routine financials for the store.

Performed financial analysis for a food and drink corporation, while planning, preparing, and coordinating budgets with management. Earned International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) accreditation.

• Managed product costs and monitored pricing trends.
• Oversaw timeliness and accuracy of period end closings.
• Developed forecasts and predictions for product supply and demand.
• Conducted internal audits to assess audit readiness.
• Collaborated with compliance networks to prepare reports of best practices.
• Developed new product costing in accordance with costing standards.
• Validated and reviewed proposed savings.
• Tracked compliance on open audit follow ups.
• Collected, analyzed, and recorded data and tracked forthcoming results.

Multifaceted role requiring adaptive and critical thinking skills to seamlessly transition into organizational workflows and facilitate the success of the accounting department.

• Managed cost accounting functions encompassing the accurate product costing, preparing and interpreting cost reports to aid strategic business decisions.
• Compiled and analyzed accounts payable/receivable to deliver comprehensive financial reports.
• Collaborated with other departments to identify deficiencies and address them.
• Delivered routine financial reports and forecasts.

Advised customers on liabilities regarding their tax filings. Assisted with tax auditing and maintained a database containing tax information.

• Prepared 1099, W-9, and W-2 forms.
• Prepared both state and federal income taxes.
• Ensured accuracy of tax filings.
• Explained technical terms related to taxes to customers.
• Conducted research to understand a variety of tax related issues.
• Wrote and revised quarterly and annual tax reports.
• Corrected errors from incorrect tax filings.
• Observed changes in tax laws and industry trends.
• Coordinated outsourced work involving tax preparation.
• Forecasted future tax liabilities to company.

Challenging role analytical, multitasking and collaboration skills to execute duties.

• Received charge of processing payment documentations such as invoices, checks etc.
• Coordinated with colleagues in other departments to investigate and rectify deficiencies.
• Routinely delivered detailed financial reports and forecasts that facilitate operational transformations.
• Analyzed and interpreted financial data to deliver reports that aid strategic decisions.

Supported continuous improvement initiatives by connecting with vendors, developing long-lasting relationships, and expanding company vendor network. Spearheaded outreach and communication efforts.

• Monitored vendor operations and procured process payments in a timely manner.
• Leveraged conflict resolution and problem-solving skills to resolve payment discrepancies.
• Liaised with vendors and company leadership to delegate tasks.
• Conducted outgoing communications to identify, review, and onboard additional vendors to support company operations.