Gina Zawaydeh
Millbrae
Summary
I am an experienced accounting professional with expertise in helping small and medium businesses streamline and automate financial operations. I specialize in QuickBooks Online automation and month-end close management, delivering accurate, timely, and fully compliant financial reporting. I have led tax compliance initiatives, preparing and filing federal (1040, 1065, 1120S) and state tax returns, while implementing process improvements that reduce errors, save time, and optimize overall accounting workflows. Passionate about driving operational excellence, I collaborate with clients and internal teams to provide actionable financial insights that support strategic decision-making and business growth. I am committed to helping businesses focus on what matters most while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all financial processes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contracts/Grants Billing Specialist
Aspiranet
South San Francisco, CA
06.2023 - Current
Accounting Lead / Managing Partner
GRZ Accounting and Tax Services
Burlingame, CA
06.2022 - 05.2025
- Led month-end close processes, preparing and reviewing financial statements, performing bank reconciliations, and ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
- Streamlined accounting operations for SMEs through QuickBooks Online automation and secure digital workflows, improving efficiency and reducing errors.
- Designed automated workflows in QuickBooks Online for bookkeeping and reporting, improving accuracy and turnaround time.
- Oversaw tax compliance activities, preparing and filing federal (1040, 1065, 1120S) and state tax returns with precision and adherence to regulations.
- Collaborated with external CPAs during audit engagements, providing required documentation, reconciliations, and detailed financial reports to ensure a smooth and efficient audit process.
- Managed California payroll processing, including preparation and filing of Forms 941, DE 9, and W-2s, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
Bookkeeper/Office Manager
RZ Autoz
Vallejo, CA
06.2019 - 12.2021
- Generated accurate, itemized invoices and managed accounts receivable/payable to ensure timely payments and maintain healthy cash flow.
- Maintained organized financial records, accurately coding invoices, receipts, and transactions to support smooth bookkeeping.
- Monitored income and expenses to ensure compliance and provide accurate financial reporting for management decisions.
- Streamlined document management, compiling, archiving, and retrieving key financial records efficiently.
- Prepared and filed sales tax returns in accordance with state regulations to ensure compliance and avoid penalties.
- Managed office supply inventory and administrative operations to support efficient day-to-day business activities.
Accounting And Administrative Lead
New Life TV Shopping
Manila, Philippines
01.2012 - 03.2015
- Manually process accounts payable and receivable using Excel as the primary database, ensuring accurate and timely financial transactions.
- Supported the COO with payroll administration and employee record management, maintaining strict accuracy and confidentiality.
- Assisted external auditors by preparing financial statements, compliance documentation, and incentive plan materials, ensuring smooth and accurate audit processes.
- Managed scanning, filing, and secure archiving of critical financial documents, adhering to strict confidentiality and compliance protocols.
- Responded to customer inquiries and resolved issues, maintaining high service standards and operational efficiency across finance operations.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Accounting Concentration
California State University-East Bay
Hayward, CAAssociate's degree - Business Administration
Solano Community College
Fairfield, CACertification
- California Registered Tax Preparer
- QuickBooks Pro Advisor
Timeline
Contracts/Grants Billing Specialist
Aspiranet
06.2023 - Current
Accounting Lead / Managing Partner
GRZ Accounting and Tax Services
06.2022 - 05.2025
Bookkeeper/Office Manager
RZ Autoz
06.2019 - 12.2021
Accounting And Administrative Lead
New Life TV Shopping
01.2012 - 03.2015
Associate's degree - Business Administration
Solano Community College
Bachelors of Science - Accounting Concentration
California State University-East Bay