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Jonelle Brown Secka

New York,NY

Summary


Professional with strong background in accounting, equipped to drive financial accuracy and efficiency. Skilled in financial analysis, payroll, revenue & expense management, and regulatory compliance with GAAP. Known for reliable collaboration with teams and adaptability to changing needs. Excel in delivering results through strategic planning and problem-solving.


Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Accountant

Virtual Business Solutions Co
06.2016 - Current
  • Manage and execute payroll processing for multiple sites and maintain PTO, FMLA and Sick Time balances for employees.
  • Provides HR Administrative support for multiple sites.
  • Manage end to end functions of both accounts receivables and accounts payable processes ensuring accurate and timely payments and recordings.
  • Review general ledgers and prepare and record adjusting journal entries as needed
  • Perform detailed reconciliation for multiple bank accounts
  • Provide accounting support to NY small business clients
  • Prepare year end W2’s and 1099’s and provide audit support for clients.
  • Review documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting revenue and expense data.
  • Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
  • Improved cash flow management by implementing stricter credit policies.
  • Manage quarterly and annual tax filings for the company, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with regulations.
  • Streamline accounts payable processes, reducing payment cycle times by automating invoice processing.
  • Optimize Cash flow management, carefully scheduling outgoing payments to coincide with receivable cycles.
  • Assist in successful completion of client audits by preparing comprehensive documentation and supporting evidence.
  • Streamline tax preparation process, ensuring timely and accurate submission of all tax documents.
  • Prepare working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Track funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
  • Review accounts, resolved tax coding errors and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
  • Find tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.

Fiscal Officer

Bronx Defenders Inc.
12.2014 - 06.2016


  • Processed biweekly payroll for 425 employees, Verified employee hours worked, Pay adjustments, FMLA, PTO and sick time and posted information on to designated records
  • Provided information and support on payroll matters, tax issues, benefit plans and collective agreement provisions to employers and department heads,
  • Processed vendor payments,employee reimbursements, and responded to all payment queries.
  • Compiled statistical reports related to pay and benefits for department heads.
  • Maintained fixed assets, depreciation, prepaid insurance and amortization schedules.
  • Managed and processed invoicing of bail bond for Bronx Freedom Fund
  • Prepared monthly financial statements for Bronx Freedom Fund.
  • Posted revenue for city, state, federal grants and individual donations.
  • Reconciled operating, restricted, unrestricted, Iola and contribution accounts.
  • Processed year end 1099 and maintained vendor W9 compliance and Prepared Budget for Bronx Freedom Fund.
  • Supported Controller and CFO on ad-hoc projects
  • Ensured timely financial reporting, adhering to strict deadlines and regulatory requirements.
  • Delivered monthly reviews to finance leadership to explain performance.
  • Provided audit support for Federal and State audits
  • Established strong working relationships with external auditors, ensuring smooth audit processes and timely resolution of any identified issues.
  • Responded to in-person and telephone requests for information from general public, attorneys and other involved parties.

Assistant Controller

Just wood Inc.
07.2006 - 11.2014
  • Managed budgets, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures.
  • Managed payroll data entry and processing for 275 employees to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
  • Managed daily financial functions in collaboration with accounting and payroll personnel.
  • Ensured integrity of general ledger accounts through regular reconciliations, adjustments, and detailed documentation.
  • Streamlined month-end closing procedures, reducing time spent on manual tasks and increasing efficiency.
  • Facilitated cross-functional collaboration by partnering with other departments on special projects aimed at improving overall company performance.
  • Mentored junior team members in accounting best practices, fostering a positive work environment and professional development opportunities.
  • Collaborated with external auditors to ensure compliance with regulations and successful completion of audits.
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivable functions with a focus on timely payment processing while minimizing bad debt exposure.
  • Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
  • Maintained strong relationships with stakeholders through transparent communication about financial performance.
  • Provided oversight to key inventory management activities including valuation analysis and physical count verifications.
  • Followed up with delinquent accounts to obtain funds and reduce aging balances.
  • Ensured timely tax filings by coordinating with tax advisors and maintaining accurate records throughout the year.
  • Reviewed contracts financially impacting company and counseled executive leaders on impact contracts would have on company operations.
  • Completed year-end close processes through effective supervision financial functions and regular treasury transactions.

Education

BA - Accounting/Business Admin

DeVry University
Long Island City, NY
06-2010

NYS Health Life and Accident Insurance license - undefined

PSI Exams State of NY
New Rochelle, NY
01.2013

Certified Tax Preparer II - undefined

Jackson Hewitt Business School
Bronx, NY
12.2003

Skills

  • Abila
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • NetSuite
  • Sage
  • SAP real time software
  • Yardi
  • BJ Murray
  • QuickBooks (all versions)
  • ADP for windows
  • ADP PC payroll
  • Paychex Preview
  • Paychex Flex
  • Microsoft Office
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Word
  • General ledger accounting
  • Financial reporting
  • Audit support
  • Financial statement review
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Accounts receivable management
  • Audit preparation
  • Payroll processing
  • Expense tracking
  • GAAP proficiency
  • Revenue recognition
  • Grant accounting
  • Month-end closing
  • Journal entry review
  • Journal entry posting
  • Accounts payable management
  • Financial statement preparation
  • Journal entry preparation
  • Account reconciliation
  • General ledger
  • Cash analysis
  • Accounts payable
  • Cash flow management

Strengths

My core strengths are attention to details, meticulous organizing and planning to meet deadlines, the use of critical thinking in problem solving, the ability to maintain confidentiality and integrity,  strong interpersonal skills along with clear effective communication that demonstrates professionalism.

Timeline

Senior Accountant

Virtual Business Solutions Co
06.2016 - Current

Fiscal Officer

Bronx Defenders Inc.
12.2014 - 06.2016

Assistant Controller

Just wood Inc.
07.2006 - 11.2014

NYS Health Life and Accident Insurance license - undefined

PSI Exams State of NY

Certified Tax Preparer II - undefined

Jackson Hewitt Business School

BA - Accounting/Business Admin

DeVry University

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