CLIFFORD FORREST III
Dallas,TX
Summary
Accounting professional Exceptional interpersonal skills: with the ability to interact among diverse backgrounds while communicating effectively with verbal and written language. Remarkable leadership skills that I have gained while being a member of National Association of Black Accountants as well as the Dr. Emmet J. Conrad Leadership Program. Strong organizational skills with the ability to complete tasks for the benefit of company goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant
Aimbridge Hospitality
Plano, USA
01.2021 - Current
- Calculate and post monthly quarterly and annual accruals
- Review the hotel general ledger accounts and prepare journal entries for corrections
- Responsible for completing monthly bank reconciliations by the assigned due date
- Prepare financial statements and review for significant discrepancies to either correct or explain
- Resolve reconciling items through research and initiate adjustments as needed by payroll A/P or GL
- Research and provide documentation to management for internal and external auditors
Staff Accountant
Baker McKenzie
Dallas, USA
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Reconcile monthly bank accounts and follow up on all outstanding items in order to meet deadlines
- Process general journal transactions and monitor general ledger activity
- Manage the monthly general ledger variance and client analysis
- Initiate daily wire transfers and assist with AP check disbursements
- Prepare monthly ledger allocations along with the setup and recording of fixed assets
Accounts Payable
City of Desoto
Desoto, USA
05.2016 - 01.2017
- Processed invoices by matching invoices with purchases, verifying account codes; obtaining approvals, entering information; updating information; preparing and sending notices; settling disputes; and maintaining historical data
- Processed receipts by entering payments into systems; balancing payments; printing reports; completing deposits; reconciling information; and preparing and distributing receipts
- Worked with special accounts by preparing and processing payments; following up on payments; and responding to questions and inquiries
- Reconciled accounts by preparing information for review; completing entry adjustments; ensuring all entries are properly posted; and maintaining files and backups
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Prairie View A&M University
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Windows PowerPoint
- Windows Excel
- SAP
Timeline
Staff Accountant
Aimbridge Hospitality
01.2021 - Current
Staff Accountant
Baker McKenzie
01.2017 - 12.2019
Accounts Payable
City of Desoto
05.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Prairie View A&M University
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