ELIZABETH GEBREMEDHIN

Performing various accounting functions including AR, AP, Billing, Banking, Journal Entries, Sales Tax compliance, Creation of various analysis and report and completing ad hoc assignments as needed.

• Generated recurring monthly invoices based upon receipt of new contract information
• Worked with multiple departments to check proper billing information
• Generated and submitted invoices for equipment sold and tracked collection progress.
• Researched and resolved billing discrepancies to enable accurate billing.
• Performed day-to-day banking accounting operations and daily Treasury reporting on account balance and loan balance to CFO.
• Process checks deposits and posted daily receipts via ACH/wire transfer in Accountmate.
• Reviewed and reconciled customer accounts to manage accuracy of payments.
• Prepared journal entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
• Performed Weekly AR Reporting and provided information regarding outstanding balances to management.
• Managed Weekly Collection Tracker Reporting .
• Monitored outstanding invoices and performed collections duties.
• Handled AP payments by preparing checks and fund transfer to vendors.
• Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from vendors.
• Processed over 45 States monthly Sales & Use tax payments and responded to inquiries

Account Receivable

• Prepare & Deposit AR Checks via Cash Pro
• Schedule Credit Card payments
• Reconciling AR balances from the 5 branches ( cash, credit card & checks) between the Trend System & bank deposits
• Allocate & post financial transaction details via Trend System & Excel
• Process adjustments & manage bounced checks
• Research & resolve payment discrepancies
• Handle refund checks to customer for material returns
• Investigate and correct account discrepancies
• Maintain complete filing system to support financial records
• Handle Tax Exempt verification & maintain file
• Assist with Month End Closing

Credit Analyst

• Verify Application is properly completed with signatures & dates
• Process Credit Report from the 3 Credit Bures & Request credit references
• Set Up Account in Trend System with credit limit
• Conducted financial review of customer lines of credit by assessing company financials and initiating credit application reviews.
• Upheld high standards of professionalism by adhering to established accounting policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines throughout daily tasks.
• Reduced late payments by maintaining strong relationships with clients and implementing effective follow-up procedures.
• Improved financial accuracy by thoroughly reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies on a monthly basis.
• Enhanced cash flow by efficiently managing accounts receivable and ensuring prompt payment from customers.

• Execute accurate QuickBooks entries, reconciled multiple merchants accounts
• Establish QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records for new clients in accordance with US GAAP
• Compiled and analyzed audit findings for workers' compensation and Payroll Audit
• Maintained client relationships and advised them on tax related issues using Lacerte
• Provide customer service by processing payments and schedule in person appointments
• Perform cash balance analysis
• IT/Cloud backup Support
• Support special projects as assigned.

• Oversee fiscal operations including processing accounts receivable and accounts payable in QuickBooks
• Process agency sales transactions, deposits, reconcile bank accounts, manage petty cash account and produce financial reports
• Perform general office duties and administrative tasks
• Update Website and IT support
• Assist in fundraising by preparing advertising documents

• Managed all aspects of office operations including providing exceptional customer service over the phone, greeting guests, and facilitating office and building needs
• Responsible for accounting functions
• Organized office documents and supplies
• Participated in staff on-boarding process
• Coordinated the branch's payroll and human resource processing with the head office
• Performed clerical duties such as research, typing, filing and faxing documents
• Responsible for procurement of office supplies.