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Christina Ayorinde

Rancho Cucamonga,CA

Summary

A highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. A hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Associate

The Claremont Colleges Services
Claremont, CA
06.2015 - Current
  • Serve as a point of contact and research accounting transactions to respond to inquiries and requests from the colleges
  • ·Review payment requests for appropriate authorization, documentation, and accuracy, also identify taxability issues (e.g., 1099 status, use tax, treaty status, withholdings, etc.).
  • Prepare basic journal entries.
  • Prepare bank account reconciliations.
  • Assist in balance sheet account reconciliations.
  • Assist with period-end general ledger closings and related transactions.
  • Assist with the distribution of financial reports.
  • Assist with the preparation of year-end audit schedules, financial statements, and footnotes.
  • Monitored daily cash flow activities while ensuring adequate funds were available in operating accounts at all times.
  • Communicate effectively with colleagues across departments to resolve any discrepancies or errors identified in the course of performing duties.

Accounts Payable Analyst (Temporary)

Global Eagle Entertainment
Westlake Village, CA
09.2014 - 04.2015
  • Managed the entire cycle of Accounts Payable process from invoice entry through payment posting.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as Purchasing and Receiving in resolving invoice discrepancies.
  • Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness before payment processing.
  • Processed a high volume of vendor invoices and payments promptly.
  • Researched, resolved, and responded to inquiries from vendors regarding payments.
  • Assisted with month-end closing activities such as preparing journal entries, reconciliations, and accruals.
  • Reconciled accounts payable ledgers against general ledger accounts every month.
  • Analyzed discrepancies between vendor statements and company records to identify errors or missing information.
  • Maintained accurate records of all transactions including purchase orders, invoices, and credit memos.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to accounts payable processes.
  • Prepared checks for signature according to established policies and procedures.

Accountant (Contract)

California State University
Northridge, CA
04.2013 - 08.2014
  • Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
  • Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness before payment processing.
  • Prepared monthly closing entries for multiple companies' books of records.
  • Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles guidelines.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure effective communication between finance department activities and operations.
  • Created journal entries accurately and timely for month-end close processes.
  • Monitored cash flows and prepared weekly cash projections.
  • Prepared ad hoc analyses and presentations as needed.
  • Reconciled intercompany balances and eliminated differences promptly.

• Responsible for reconciling daily transactions processed via CASHNET and systems.

• Analyzed student accounts for resolutions to inquiries.

• Generated and processed daily University Cash Services reports (RECAP).

• Identified and resolved any reconciliation discrepancies.

• Performed daily opening and closing procedures in CASHNET and in the cashiering area.

• Responsible for daily bank reconciliation.

• Responsible for processing Extended Learning credit card payments.

• Provided quality customer services to students, faculty, and staff members on the phone, via e-mail, and in person.

Accounts Payable Clerk

Oak Capital Management
Woodland Hills, CA
01.2011 - 03.2013
  • Maintained accounts payable files and records in an organized manner.
  • Entered data into accounting system to maintain accurate financial records.
  • Processed invoices and payments in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Prepared checks for payment of vendor invoices on a timely basis.
  • Researched and responded to inquiries from vendors regarding invoice status or payment issues.
  • Verified accuracy of coding on invoices prior to processing payments.
  • Assisted with month-end closing activities as needed.

Tax Analyst

Internal Revenue Service, IRS
Atlanta, GA
03.2007 - 11.2010
  • Reviewed client financial records and documents to ensure the accuracy of reported income and deductions.
  • Assisted in resolving IRS inquiries into client's tax filings.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changes in taxation laws and regulations.
  • Guided other departments regarding compliance with applicable rules and regulations.
  • Conducted audits of individual taxpayers as well as small businesses to verify the accuracy of reported information used for calculating taxes due.
  • Performed the full range of corrections to taxpayers’ accounts.
  • Provided recommendations and resolutions to complete pending transactions.
  • Provided advice on Tax regulation to ensure compliance.
  • Determined taxpayers’ financial condition and status through a comprehensive analysis and investigation of financial statements and supporting documents.
  • Prepared tax adjustment documents, payment tracer documents, payment-posting vouchers, and post payments received.

Education

Certificate in Accounting - Accounting

Los Angeles Valley College
Van Nuys, CA
01-2012

MBA - Business Administation

American InterContinental University
Atlanta, GA
10-2005

Bachelor of Science - Guidance & Counselling Minor in Political Science

University Of Ibadan
Ibadan Nigeria
11-2000

Skills

  • Accounting and Bookkeeping
  • Tax Preparation
  • Payment Processing
  • Data Entry
  • General Ledger Maintenance
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Invoice Processing
  • Accounts Payable
  • Federal Regulation Compliance
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Microsoft Office
  • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
  • Proactive and Self-Motivated
  • Variance Reviewing
  • Attention to Detail

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Accounting Associate

The Claremont Colleges Services
06.2015 - Current

Accounts Payable Analyst (Temporary)

Global Eagle Entertainment
09.2014 - 04.2015

Accountant (Contract)

California State University
04.2013 - 08.2014

Accounts Payable Clerk

Oak Capital Management
01.2011 - 03.2013

Tax Analyst

Internal Revenue Service, IRS
03.2007 - 11.2010

Certificate in Accounting - Accounting

Los Angeles Valley College

MBA - Business Administation

American InterContinental University

Bachelor of Science - Guidance & Counselling Minor in Political Science

University Of Ibadan
Christina Ayorinde