Alison Siegfried

• Support the accounting team in the month-end process such as preparing journal entries, conducting fluctuation analysis, and reconciling balance sheet accounts, with a focus on prepaids/amortizations, and cloud hosting, etc.
• Ability to accomplish tasks accurately and within specified deadlines.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of financial data to identify trends and variances and resolve accounting discrepancies.
• Work directly with internal and external business partners and be able to provide process overview, evidence, and support as requested.
• Proactively seek ways to optimize existing accounting and business processes through use of automation, thoughtful analysis, and researching best practices in the industry.
• Assist with audit requests as needed.
• Perform special, ad-hoc projects in Accounting/Finance as requested, present results to management.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP standards, SOX controls and documentation.
• Global accounting organization, managing multiple legal entities under different umbrellas.
• Integrated ERP system experience.
• Self-starter with high motivation, the ability to work autonomously and efficiently managing workload.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills with a strong customer focus and a service minded attitude.
• Detail oriented, able to solve problems and multitasking.

• Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining data collection and analysis processes.
• Reduced month-end closing time by implementing efficient reconciliation and journal entry procedures.
• Managed approximately 39 to 45 customer emails and calls.
• Increased interdepartmental communication and collaboration through regular financial meetings and presentations.
• Optimized tax planning strategies, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations while minimizing liabilities.
• Analyzed contracts for revenue recognition implications, ensuring proper accounting treatment under GAAP standards.
• Developed and implemented policies and procedures that streamlined accounting processes, resulting in increased efficiency and accuracy.

• Improved financial accuracy by reconciling accounts receivable ledgers and resolving discrepancies.
• Streamlined AR processes for increased efficiency and reduced processing time.
• Enhanced cash flow management with diligent invoice follow-up and timely collections.
• Reduced outstanding receivables, by managing customer calls and emails of 33 to 40 day, implementing proactive collection strategies.
• Collaborated with sales team to resolve billing disputes and ensure prompt payment from customers.
• Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.

• Reduced month-end closing time by implementing efficient reconciliation and journal entry procedures.
• Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining data collection and analysis processes.
• Increased interdepartmental communication, responding quickly to approximately 35 incoming emails, calls, and collaboration through regular financial meetings and presentations.
• Improved cash flow management with timely accounts receivable collections and accounts payable monitoring.
• Strengthened internal controls, reducing risk of errors and fraud in financial transactions.
• Conducted thorough variance analyses to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve budgeting accuracy.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, legislative changes, and best practices in corporate accounting operations.