Anita Saffa
Decatur,Illinois
Summary
An Accountant with a proven track record, enhancing financial processes and audit support. Excelled in GAAP accounting, leveraging Microsoft Excel and NetSuite to streamline month-end closings and improve reporting accuracy. Demonstrates meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to optimizing financial strategies. Strong analytical skills and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant II
University Of Maryland Faculty Physician, Inc
09.2020 - Current
- Performing bi-weekly payroll for multiple sites, reconcile payroll spreadsheets, research discrepancies, and correct errors, maintain payroll templates for status and shift rate changes for 200+ providers
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving communication among team members.
- Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
- Booking daily cash for all hospital locations in NetSuite
- Participated in internal and external audit processes to establish accurate financial records and comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
- Contribute and assist with process improvement projects/new system implementation (Paycom)
Accountant
Archer Daniels Midland Company
01.2019 - 09.2020
- Complete monthly accounting work per US GAAP guidelines and perform relevant analysis
- Complete annual review/revision of Key Financial Controls (SOX requirements) and process flow and work to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of internal controls
- Assist with firm 7-day month-end close deadline, including preparing journal entries by accruing and deferring rail payments as needed
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Prepare and report rail Profit & Loss statements for rail commercial group
- Analyze variances and reconcile balance sheet accounts during post close
- Review and correct rail and trucking product code in IBM
- Supported management decision-making by providing detailed financial analysis and recommendations backed by data-driven insights.
Education
MBA - Business Administration
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL05.2017
Skills
GAAP Accounting Practices
Monthly Journal Entries
Monthly Account / Bank Reconciliation
Accounts Payable / Invoice Coding
Intercompany Transactions
Payroll Processing
Audit Support
Microsoft Excel proficiency
Timeline
Staff Accountant II
University Of Maryland Faculty Physician, Inc
09.2020 - Current
Accountant
Archer Daniels Midland Company
01.2019 - 09.2020
MBA - Business Administration
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Eastern Illinois University
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