Senior Accountant and Facility Manager with a track record of enhancing financial and operational efficiency at HealthPort. Skilled in GAAP compliance and team training, I've developed strategies that significantly improved auditing capabilities and financial reporting accuracy. Demonstrates strong leadership in managing cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals, ensuring adherence to financial regulations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant /Facility Manager
HealthPort
SALISBURY, MD
10.2017 - Current
Generated financial statements and reports.
Posted financial data in Excel spreadsheets and managed inventory.
Implemented strategies to boost team's auditing capabilities.
Analyzed files and accounts for discrepancies, and resolved variances.
Reviewed and reconciled discrepancies in accounts and financial documentation.
Provided support to internal and external auditors during the annual audit process.
Collaborated with external partners to complete audits.
Analyzed general ledger accounts for accuracy and completeness on a regular basis.
Managed and prepared journal entries and reconciliations to support monthly general ledger closing activities.
Coordinated with other departments on various accounting activities such as month-end close process or budget preparation.
Compiled supporting documentation while drafting reports.
Generated and presented monthly financial statements to senior management.
Performed general ledger account reconciliations and generated updated financial documents.
Maintained accurate accounts for fixed assets and other transactions.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and standards of generally accepted accounting principles.
Collaborated with Controller and external auditors to conduct year-end close process.
Complied with Sarbanes-Oxley Act and GAAP principles to maintain complete transparency.
Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.
Trained staff members on proper use of accounting software applications.
Managed month-end and year-end close duties, administered additions and performed maintenance and reporting of corporate fixed assets.
Developed strategies to improve accounting systems and processes.
Prepared monthly financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements.
Maintained detailed records of account transactions, including invoices, payments, and journal entries.
Prepared monthly financial reports for management review.
Coordinated project materials and schedules, facilitated communication and prepared reports.
Created new procedures for more efficient workflow within the department.
Generated ad hoc reports as requested by executive management team.
Monitored accounts payable activity to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payment processing.
Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Completed routine maintenance and repair.
Developed and implemented preventive maintenance programs for facility infrastructure components.
Conducted regular inspections of facilities to ensure safe working conditions.
Provided technical guidance to staff regarding facility operations and maintenance issues.
Monitored facility maintenance for cleanliness and recommended improvements to overall aesthetics.
Enforced compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies.
Planned and coordinated the maintenance of facility equipment and systems.
Prepared and submitted reports on facility operations, including budget updates.
Oversaw construction and renovation projects to meet environmental, health and security standards.
Ensured compliance with applicable building codes, ordinances, laws, rules, regulations and standards.
Supervised vendors and contracts to support office environment.
Reviewed work orders for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with safety regulations.
Accountant /Front Office Manager
Beauchamp Brothers Construction
EDEN, MD
04.1997 - 11.2017
Provided support to field personnel with equipment needs, scheduling conflicts.
Coded and entered daily invoices with in-house accounting software.
Created and revised systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, recordkeeping systems and forms control.
Ensured that all paperwork was completed accurately before submitting it to relevant agencies.
Created weekly status reports detailing progress on current projects.
Monitored compliance with safety regulations on job sites.
Maintained impeccable office organization to support efficiency, professionalism and performance objectives.
Scheduled inspections by local authorities at various stages of the construction process.
Organized meetings between clients, contractors, architects, engineers. as needed for construction projects.
Reviewed files and records to obtain information and respond to requests.
Read through contracts, regulations and procedural guidelines to verify comprehension and compliance.
Planned and controlled budgets for contracts, equipment and supplies.
Maintained accurate records of construction project costs, expenses, and progress reports.
Managed paper or electronic filing systems by recording information, updating paperwork and maintaining documents.
Oversaw receiving and organizing correspondence, answering and forwarding calls and creating business letters and records.
Liaised with customers, addressed inquiries, handled meeting requests and answer billing questions to provide outstanding customer care.
Responded promptly to requests from clients regarding changes or updates to their project plans.
Administered payroll and maintained proper documentation of employee personnel.
Monitored payments due from clients and promptly contacted clients with past due payments.
Assisted in preparing contracts for potential new construction projects.
Organized and maintained documents, files and records.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.