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Denise  Washington

Denise Washington

Colusa,CA

Summary

Accomplished Accounting Officer with a proven track record at the Department Of Industrial Relations, enhancing financial processes and compliance. Expert in AP/AR management, tax compliance, and leveraging Microsoft Excel for financial analysis. Known for exceptional relationship-building and strategic financial oversight, significantly improving payment operations and company profitability.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Officer

Department Of Industrial Relations
04.2020 - Current
  • Improved efficiency of accounts payable and receivable processes, resulting in faster payment collection and vendor payments.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements by staying up-to-date on changing tax laws and filing deadlines.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors and clients to maintain timely payments while negotiating favorable terms.
  • Performed detailed financial analysis on business operations, supporting management decisions regarding resource allocation and profitability enhancements.
  • Assisted with budget preparation and monitoring, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.

Office Manager

Save Our Schools
01.2003 - 03.2021
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
  • Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
  • Coordinated office events and meetings, ensuring timely execution and optimal scheduling for all participants.

Education

J.D. - Law

Taft Law School
Santa Ana, CA
08-2025

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH
12-2021

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Coastline Community College
Fountain Valley, CA
12-2020

Skills

  • AP and AR management
  • Invoice processing
  • Invoicing

    Account reconciliation

    Payment processing

    Internal controls

    Nonprofit accounting

    Tax compliance

    Auditing procedures

    General ledger management

    ERP systems

    Microsoft Excel expertise

Timeline

Accounting Officer

Department Of Industrial Relations
04.2020 - Current

Office Manager

Save Our Schools
01.2003 - 03.2021

J.D. - Law

Taft Law School

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Southern New Hampshire University

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Coastline Community College
Denise Washington