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Alioune Badiane
New Providence,NJ
Summary
With 16 years of experience in accounting and management, I have consistently made a positive impact on company growth. Throughout my 10-year career, I have demonstrated expertise in implementing accounting and financial management best practices, leading teams to success, and driving continuous improvement and operational excellence. My skill set includes financial statement preparation and analysis, operational management, forecasting, and cost control. I am well-equipped to contribute to the success of any organization. Well-qualified financial systems leader offering demonstrated skill 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
18
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Garelick Security Group LLC
Accounting Manager
07.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Overseas all financial aspects of the business
- Prepare company budget and provide variance analysis to help implement corrective actions that lead to a 25% GP improvement
- Liaison between the company and all government entities for GAAP compliances
- Responsible of all Journal entries and General Ledger maintenance
- Handle sales tax reporting, payroll processing and quarterly payroll taxes reconciliation, accounts payable and receivable for the company
- Responsible of internal control for accuracy over financial reporting
- Investigate and resolve all payroll discrepancies, new employees onboarding and set up for direct deposit, payroll taxes and third-party deductions and garnishments.
Elite Investigations, Ltd & Parent Companies
Accounting Manager
01.2010 - 06.2022
Job overview
- Maintained Financial security by following internal controls
- Performed monthly review of accounts receivable, contractual allowances and bad debt to determine the appropriate allowance for reserve and write off amounts
- Prepared the monthly financial statements and provided senior management with a narrative of results and analysis of variances
- Handled multistate sales tax reporting, inter-companies’ transactions recording and reconciliations
- Reviewed all journal entries and account reconciliations to ensure transactions are accurate and recorded timely
- Leaded the yearly budget planning and execution
- Analyzed and interpreted financial data and recommended changes to improve systems and financial performance
- Formulated and recommended proposals for policies on insurance, banking, receipt and disbursement of monies, and on preparation and payment of payrolls and benefits.
- Implemented cost control procedures and cost management processes, saving company $3M.
- Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
Elite Investigations, Ltd
Account Payable & Payroll Specialist
07.2008 - 12.2010
Job overview
- Ensured bills and payroll are paid in a timely and accurate manner while adhering to departmental guidelines
- Managed accounts payable using accounting software and other programs
- Processed invoices for payments, compared purchase orders, prices, terms of payments and other charges
- Processed transactions and performed accounting duties such as account maintenance, recording entries and reconciling the books of accounts
- Maintained meticulously all records of outstanding payables
- Clarified any questionable invoices to be completed for payment
- Maintained copies of vouchers, invoices, or correspondence necessary for files
- Investigated any payroll discrepancy claim, setup deductions, garnishments, direct deposits
- Assist the controller on month end close, banks reconciliation
- Ensured the accuracy of the organization’s financial documents for payment, auditing, and tax purposes.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 1250 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
Central Jersey Arts Charter Scholl
Assistant School Business Administrator
07.2006 - 06.2007
Job overview
- Supported the School Business Administrator with daily operational functions
- Payroll, Pension and Student Activities
- Accounts Payable, Insurance
- Board Secretary, School budget preparation and presentation to Board of trustees.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for 45 employees.
- Proposed and executed budget of $ 5M per school year.
Education
Saint Peter’s UniversityJersey City, NJ
Master of Science in Accounting
12.2008
Saint Peter’s UniversityJersey City, NJ
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
06.2006
Skills
- Financial Statements
- General Ledger Maintenance
- Sales Tax Reporting
- Payroll Tax Reporting
- Balance Sheet Accounts Reconciliation
- Budgeting, Forecasting and Variance Analysis
- Cash Flow Management
- Inter-Companies Transactions
Accomplishments
- Increased team efficiency through continuous process improvements.
- Brought in $ 500,000.00 by reviewing delinquent accounts and contacting customers.
- Managed 5-person team of accountants handling $ 70M worth of company business.
- Collaborated with team of 7 in the development of zero base budget.
Certification
- Certified Public Accountant
- Certificate of Eligibility School Business Administrator
Languages
French
Native or Bilingual
Availability
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Software
QuickBooks
Sage Intacct
Buildium
CDK Software
Billcom
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
HybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CulturePersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid time offTimeline
Accounting Manager
Garelick Security Group LLC
07.2022 - Current
Accounting Manager
Elite Investigations, Ltd & Parent Companies
01.2010 - 06.2022
Account Payable & Payroll Specialist
Elite Investigations, Ltd
07.2008 - 12.2010
Assistant School Business Administrator
Central Jersey Arts Charter Scholl
07.2006 - 06.2007
Saint Peter’s University
Master of Science in Accounting
Saint Peter’s University
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
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