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Overview
Work History
Education
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accounts payable management
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Gabrielle Watson

Chicago,IL

Summary

Resourceful Accounting professional with 4 years of experience in bookkeeping, budget preparation, audit preparation and reporting.


Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Accountant

Community Service Options, Inc.
01.2020 - Current
  • Assisted in budget preparation, providing accurate forecasts for revenue and expenses based on historical trends.
  • Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
  • Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
  • Monitored cash flow closely to ensure sufficient funds were available for operational needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with external auditors to facilitate efficient audit process.
  • Coordinated with Human Resources department on payroll-related matters ensuring accurate compensation calculations for all employees.
  • Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
  • Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
  • Executed financial reporting, managing prepaid accounts, schedules, reconciliations, event settlements, and month-end accruals.
  • Participated in internal and external audit processes to establish accurate financial records and comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
  • Collaborated with external auditors to provide information for audit process.
  • Assisted comptroller with year-end financial audits.
  • Maintained fixed asset records and depreciation schedules to establish accurate calculations.
  • Created journal entry schedules to improve efficiency, support, and documentation of accounting processes.
  • Collected and arranged financial information and entered details into Fund EZ financial management system.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Chicago State University
Chicago, IL
05.2020

Skills

  • General Ledger Accounting
  • Data Management
  • Payroll Administration
  • Bookkeeping
  • Journal Entry Preparation
  • Budget Preparation
  • Accounts Payable / Invoice Coding
  • Income Statements
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Monthly Journal Entries
  • Payroll Processing
  • Accounts Receivable Management

accounts payable management

  • Maintained relationships with vendors
  • Responsible for hiring and training accounts payable staff
  • Responsible for overseeing the accounts payable department
  • Maintained vendor master database
  • Prepared monthly and annual reports
  • Recorded administrative and office expenses


Timeline

Staff Accountant

Community Service Options, Inc.
01.2020 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Chicago State University

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