LATOYA COVINGTON
Lexington,SC
Summary
Detail- oriented accounting professional offering 7+ years of experience and success in managing internal accounting processes, improving controls and strengthening systems for optimal performance. Proficient in all aspects of accounting, including accounts payable and receivable, budget administration and payroll. Gifted in building and leading solid teams to handle high-volume operations with consistency, accuracy and full compliance with regulatory requirements.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Analyst
Columbia Housing
03.2023 - Current
- Reconcile account information and report figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statements for 20+ accounts each month.
- Streamline accounting processes for increased efficiency and reduced errors.
- Assist external auditors during annual reviews, providing detailed documentation and clarification on complex accounting issues.
- Provide valuable insights to management, supporting strategic decision-making with comprehensive financial analysis.
Bookkeeper
DDI TECHNOLOGY, INC
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Process over 100+ check payments for lien holders to state agencies, customers and DMV via QuickBooks daily.
- Assist in Lead Bookkeeper responsibilities to include voids and deposits.
- Compare and review checklist information with check request in Gardener and PETL as needed.
- Respond to customer and staff requests in professional and timely manner via face to face, email or phone.
Supervisor
UPS
09.2020 - 03.2023
- Supervise team of employees to ensure 100% safety while performing their assigned duties.
- Train new employees and observe other employees on safety procedures and methods through observations and assessments.
- Perform daily PCM (presort communications meeting).
- Increase team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
Shift Leader
SUBWAY®Restaurants
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Supervise staff to ensure food safety, product preparation, cleanliness and inventory control are maintained per health regulations by continuously passing inspections with 85% or above.
- Conduct written and verbal staff evaluations.
- Enhance customer satisfaction through prompt and courteous service, addressing concerns immediately.
- Improve team productivity by implementing efficient scheduling and task delegation methods.
Customer Service Associate
Verizon
10.2020 - 04.2022
- Assist 50 or more current and potential customers with service, device, trouble shooting and billing questions daily.
- Attend several training classes in order to expand beyond customer service representative role.
- Maintain high level of product knowledge, providing accurate information to customers.
- Conduct follow-up calls to ensure complete satisfaction after issue resolution or product purchase completion.
Property Manager /Senior Accounting Specialist
NHE PROPERTY, MANAGEMENT, INC
10.2016 - 09.2020
- Record receipts, payables and journal entries in Yardi Voyager software.
- Perform monthly bank reconciliations to include escrow accounts for 25+ Affordable Housing Communities regulated by HUD.
- Prepare and send monthly financial statements to property owners before month end.
- Assist in maximizing HUD funds by going above and beyond analyzing trends and current promotions of certain utility accounts.
Money Center Associate
Walmart
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Calculate and process bills, invoices and account statements according to established procedures.
- Complete regular audits of cash drawers to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company guidelines.
- Handle wire transfers accurately, ensuring timely completion of both domestic and international transactions.
- Manage risk by adhering to established policies regarding account holds and check verification procedures.
Junior Staff Accountant /Senior Bookkeeper
D. Hart Accounting Practitioner
11.2015 - 01.2017
- Process weekly payroll for various business clients via QuickBooks including paying federal and state liabilities electronically.
- Electronically file quarterly and annual tax returns for businesses and individuals using Drake Software.
- Reconcile and clean up existing client company QuickBooks files monthly and quarterly.
- Support audit preparations, providing comprehensive documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Accounting Specialist
Rocky Wells
11.2014 - 01.2015
- Process company and driver weekly tickets for payroll and invoicing using QuickBooks and Microsoft Access.
- Report quarterly IFTA filings to proper agencies.
- Follow up with phone calls and emails regarding accounts receivables that are nearing 30 days past due.
- Review accounts payable for actual delivery of goods and resolve any discrepancies.
Office Manager
M&M INCOME TAX SERVICE
12.2009 - 04.2014
- Enhance team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
- Assist in the recruitment process, conducting interviews and onboarding new employees to promote a seamless integration into the team dynamic.
- Train all new and returning employees on current year tax laws and tax office software.
- Conduct regular inventory assessments of office supplies, ordering necessary items proactively to prevent stock shortages.
Education
ASSOCIATES DEGREE - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ACCOUNTING
MIDLANDS TECHNICAL COLLEGE
West Columbia, SC05.2013
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - General Studies
NIAGARA FALLS HIGH SCHOOL
Niagara Falls, NY06.2004
Skills
- Bank Reconciliations
- Microsoft Applications
- Customer Service
- Office Management
- Leadership
Timeline
Accounting Analyst
Columbia Housing
03.2023 - Current
Bookkeeper
DDI TECHNOLOGY, INC
11.2022 - 03.2023
Shift Leader
SUBWAY®Restaurants
10.2021 - 01.2023
Customer Service Associate
Verizon
10.2020 - 04.2022
Supervisor
UPS
09.2020 - 03.2023
Money Center Associate
Walmart
02.2018 - 03.2020
Property Manager /Senior Accounting Specialist
NHE PROPERTY, MANAGEMENT, INC
10.2016 - 09.2020
Junior Staff Accountant /Senior Bookkeeper
D. Hart Accounting Practitioner
11.2015 - 01.2017
Accounting Specialist
Rocky Wells
11.2014 - 01.2015
Office Manager
M&M INCOME TAX SERVICE
12.2009 - 04.2014
ASSOCIATES DEGREE - BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND ACCOUNTING
MIDLANDS TECHNICAL COLLEGE
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - General Studies
NIAGARA FALLS HIGH SCHOOL
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