Natasha Ackovska
Ann Arbor
Summary
Senior cost and financial accountant with 13+ years of experience across higher education, government, and public accounting environments. Strong background in cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, reconciliations, and compliance with externally funded and regulated programs. Proven ability to analyze large data sets, support audit and regulatory requirements, collaborate across complex organizations, and clearly communicate financial insights to leadership and non-financial stakeholders.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Building Trades Accountant
Washtenaw Community College
Ann Arbor
04.2024 - Current
- Manage cost accounting and financial operations for externally funded Building Trades programs within a higher education environment.
- Develop, analyze, and monitor budgets and forecasts for restricted and general fund cost centers, ensuring compliance with funding and institutional requirements.
- Perform detailed reconciliations between subsidiary systems and the general ledger to ensure accuracy and audit readiness.
- Analyze cost projections and program profitability to support future agreements and funding decisions.
- Prepare expenditure reports, invoices, and supporting schedules in accordance with regulatory and agreement requirements.
- Review and approve requisitions in compliance with procurement policies, appropriate account coding, and fund availability.
- Coordinate and verify payroll distributions, analyze variances, and prepare corrections as needed.
- Collaborate with administrators, vendors, and finance leadership to resolve discrepancies, support audits, and improve financial processes.
- Participate in budget meetings and prepare audit schedules and financial analyses for senior leadership.
Staff Accountant (tax specialist)
UHY LLP, CPA
Ann Arbor
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Prepared business and individual tax returns accurately and within firm and regulatory deadlines.
- Coordinated with clients and internal departments to obtain required documentation.
- Generated recurring financial performance reports using ProfitCents to support advisory services.
- Proactively followed up with clients to maximize allowable tax benefits and ensure timely filings.
Staff Accountant (tax specialist)
Carr, Riggs and Ingram, CPAs and Advisors
Santa Fe
01.2020 - 03.2023
- Prepared individual, corporate, fiduciary, and partnership tax returns of varying complexity while meeting budgeted time constraints.
- Provided accounting and bookkeeping support as needed.
- Drafted response letters to IRS and state tax notices.
- Assisted with quarterly and year-end tax estimates.
- Ensured compliance with AICPA standards and Internal Revenue Code regulations.
Fiscal Analyst
South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce
Columbia
07.2017 - 11.2019
- Administered accounts receivable ledgers and prepared daily deposit transactions.
- Created, reviewed, and analyzed accounting records and financial transactions.
- Entered high-volume disbursement vouchers and reviewed purchase requisitions for accuracy and compliance.
- Developed work instructions following the implementation of new financial systems.
Education
M.S. - Marketing
First Private University FON
Skopje, R. N., Macedonia12.2025
B.S. - Economics
Ss. Cyril and Methodius University
Skopje, R. N., Macedonia01.2008
Skills
- Cost Accounting & Financial Analysis
- Indirect Cost & Rate Analysis
- Fund & Restricted Funds Accounting
- Budgeting & Forecasting
- Financial Modeling & Data Analysis
- General Ledger Reconciliations
- Audit & Compliance Support
- Federal & Institutional Compliance (Uniform Guidance exposure)
- Process Improvement
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Advanced Excel
Websites
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Swimming
- Biking
Timeline
Building Trades Accountant
Washtenaw Community College
04.2024 - Current
Staff Accountant (tax specialist)
UHY LLP, CPA
04.2023 - 03.2024
Staff Accountant (tax specialist)
Carr, Riggs and Ingram, CPAs and Advisors
01.2020 - 03.2023
Fiscal Analyst
South Carolina Department of Employment and Workforce
07.2017 - 11.2019
M.S. - Marketing
First Private University FON
B.S. - Economics
Ss. Cyril and Methodius University