Danielle McDonald
El Paso,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented accounting professional with over 8 years of experience in full cycle accounting and financial reporting. Proficient in managing accounts receivable and payable, preparing GAAP compliant financial statements, and supporting external audits. Adept at leveraging analytical skills and accounting software to drive accuracy and efficiency. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and delivering consistent results.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant (Financial Reporting)
FCE Benefit Administrators, Inc
San Antonio, TX
01.2022 - 11.2025
- Oversaw full cycle accounting for both profit and non-profit entities, encompassing journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial statement preparation
- Posted daily journal entries and executed month-end ledger validations with precision
- Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring comprehensive full GAAP compliance.
- Facilitated the calculation of receivables and payables, enhancing cash flow management.
- Played a key role in collaborating with external auditors on year-end audits for multiple clients, assisting in preparation of government filings and Form 5500's as required by the DOL.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline accounting procedures and enhance efficiency.
Accounting Assistant
GCX CORPORATION
El Paso, TX
08.2012 - 01.2021
- Executed daily AR responsibilities, including high volume invoicing, credit memos, discrepancies, and reconciliations.
- Processed credit card payments against invoices and issued refunds as necessary.
- Implemented and coordinated a new sales tax project, resulting in a 50% reduction in invoicing time.
- Completed the month-end closing process and conducted month-end analysis for outstanding payments.
- Assisted in several Accounts Payable tasks, including processing and coding daily AP invoices, matching invoices to purchase orders, and processing vendor checks.
Accounting Assistant- (Maternity Leave Fill in for Senior Accountant)
GCX CORPORATION
Petaluma, CA
04.2014 - 12.2016
- Supported the controller with month-end journal entries and conducted various reconciliations, including invoices, statements, and general ledger accounts.
- Processed vendor payments and managed the reconciliation of bank accounts for clients in Europe, Taiwan, and Japan.
- Coded and processed daily AP invoices, matched them to purchase orders, and facilitated vendor checks.
- Reconciled and categorized expense reports and credit card transactions within the general ledger.
- Reviewed vendor statements and proactively investigated and rectified any discrepancies.
Student Business Services Clerk
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO
El Paso, TX
03.2012 - 08.2012
- Delivered bank cashier services for tuition payment and managed daily cash flow exceeding $ 6,000.
- Accurately balanced the cash drawer daily and prepared reports for bank deposits.
- Provided virtual assistance to students over the phone regarding financial inquiries and account status
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO
EL PASO, TX01-2018
Skills
- MS Office/Excel
- Financial Reporting
- Invoicing and Payments
- Accounts receivable
- Monthly journal entries
- Audit support
- General ledger accounting
- Accounts payable / invoice coding
- Administrative support
- Monthly account / bank reconciliation
Timeline
Staff Accountant (Financial Reporting)
FCE Benefit Administrators, Inc
01.2022 - 11.2025
Accounting Assistant- (Maternity Leave Fill in for Senior Accountant)
GCX CORPORATION
04.2014 - 12.2016
Accounting Assistant
GCX CORPORATION
08.2012 - 01.2021
Student Business Services Clerk
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO
03.2012 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT EL PASO