James Barry
Boston
Summary
Analytical Senior Accountant known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialized in financial reporting, tax preparation, and revenue management/reconciliation. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and adaptability to new technologies and regulations. Committed to maintaining accuracy and integrity in all accounting practices. Great experience and understanding managing complex entities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Accountant
Stay Heirloom
Boston
01.2023 - Current
- In a small department of about 12 people, I worked directly with the Controller daily to manage our monthly and quarterly financial reporting process.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure timely payments, with a focus on internal and external labor, and turnover cleanings.
- Assisted in preparing tax filings and ensuring compliance with regulations. I was in charge of filing the sales tax monthly for roughly 150 entities. I was able to speed this tax process up by a full 5 days for our monthly close.
- Assisted a team of three in filing all of our entities' yearly tax returns, as well as 1099s.
- Trained staff members on proper use of accounting software applications. Offshore team was in India and I oversaw their weekly progress and managed the tasks they were assigned.
- Managed daily closing, reporting and reconciliation functions.
- Managed monthly financial statements and reconciliations for accurate reporting. I had ownership of around 80 LLCs, whose books I was responsible for maintaining on a monthly and quarterly reporting basis.
Property Accountant
Faneuil Hall
Boston
10.2021 - 01.2023
- Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions efficiently.
- Collaborated with store managers to resolve accounting discrepancies promptly.
- Assisted in the development of annual budgets for multiple properties managed by Faneuil Hall.
- Analyzed and reviewed bad debt reserves with property teams, made adjustments as necessary and analyzed lease commissions and tenant allowances.
- Participated in special projects as needed such as system implementations or process improvements initiatives.
Staff Accountant
AMP Agency
Boston
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Contracted through Robert Half Staffing; Was the main contact and responsible for maintaining and billing 11 client accounts as well as assisting with ad-hoc accounting tasks.
- Everyday use of Excel as well as frequent use of AX and ERP reporting to create and track invoices.
Data Specialist
Datadog
Boston
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Contracted through Robert Half Staffing; collaborated with the Sales Operations team on a long-term data project, where I analyzed and scored over 14,000 prospect accounts to determine the best fits to take on their software service.
- Included everyday use of Salesforce and LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY05-2020
Skills
- Financial reporting
- Financial analysis
- Process improvement
- Effective communication
- Revenue reconciliation
- Expertise in Excel and Sage Intacct
- Variance analysis
Certification
Microsoft Excel
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Stay Heirloom
01.2023 - Current
Property Accountant
Faneuil Hall
10.2021 - 01.2023
Staff Accountant
AMP Agency
08.2021 - 10.2021
Data Specialist
Datadog
09.2020 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
Syracuse University