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Karen Ray

Karen Ray

Tacoma,Wa

Summary

Finance professional with a solid background in financial reporting and analysis. Proven ability to support month-end close processes and maintain accurate financial records. Recognized for effective collaboration with teams and adapting to changing priorities. Skilled in general ledger management and financial reconciliations. Strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Eager to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

SKOOKUM CONTRACT SERVICES
10.2024 - 01.2025
  • Maintained fixed asset records and depreciation schedules to establish accurate calculations.
  • Tracking and disposals and purchases of Fixed Assets.
  • Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
  • Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE COORDINATOR

FAIRBANK CONSTRUCTION CO.
07.2023 - 02.2024
  • Managed vendor relationships, ensuring prompt responses to inquiries and resolving disputes.
  • Coordinated with other departments as needed for approval or clarification on invoiced items, promoting effective cross-functional collaboration throughout the organization.
  • Assisted with month-end closing tasks, ensuring timely completion of financial statements.
  • Facilitated timely payments by monitoring accounts payable aging reports and prioritizing high-risk items.
  • Supported senior finance administrators with timely and accurate financial data analysis for decision-making purposes.
  • Supported executive team in strategic planning efforts by providing accurate financial data analysis and forecasting insights.

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE

NAES INC.
11.2022 - 06.2023
  • Work with various departments to obtain the support needed.
  • Reduced invoice processing time with accurate data entry and timely vendor communication.
  • Ensured timely payments for all invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.

CLIENT ACCOUNTING SERVICES ACCOUNTANT II

HAUSER JONES AND SAS, LLC
03.2022 - 09.2022
  • QuickBooks desktop and Online Software implementation, including company setup, chart of accounts, and reports.
  • Payroll and payroll compliance, including Union and prevailing wage reporting.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy by meticulously reconciling bank statements and financial records monthly.

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT – QUICKBOOKS BOOKKEEPER

DOTY GROUP, P.S.
01.2019 - 11.2020
  • Account Reconciliations: Bank, credit card, and investment reconciliations.
  • Payroll including State & Federal quarterly payroll tax reporting (941, 940, SUTA, PFML, L&I) Annual accounting services (1099, W-2 preparation, PPA, etc.)
  • Excise tax reporting both state and local.
  • Prepared journal entries for account reconciliations and reconciled general ledger accounts.
  • Maintained a high level of confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive financial information, promoting trust among clients and colleagues..
  • Provided exceptional customer service while addressing client inquiries regarding their financial matters in a timely manner.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Central Washington University
Ellensburg, WA
07.2024

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Bates Technical College
Tacoma, WA
08.2018

Skills

  • Adept at using Pivot Tables and V-Lookups in Excel
  • Efficient electronic filing system maintenance
  • Experience with LCP tracking systems
  • Data interpretation
  • Full cycle accounts payable
  • Accounts receivable management
  • Financial account reconciliation
  • Comprehensive financial recordkeeping
  • Preparation of financial journal entries
  • Fixed asset management
  • Recording accurate depreciation
  • Payroll Processing
  • Payroll tax reporting expertise
  • Union payroll reporting
  • Department of revenue state and local tax compliance

Timeline

STAFF ACCOUNTANT

SKOOKUM CONTRACT SERVICES
10.2024 - 01.2025

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE COORDINATOR

FAIRBANK CONSTRUCTION CO.
07.2023 - 02.2024

ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATE

NAES INC.
11.2022 - 06.2023

CLIENT ACCOUNTING SERVICES ACCOUNTANT II

HAUSER JONES AND SAS, LLC
03.2022 - 09.2022

ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT – QUICKBOOKS BOOKKEEPER

DOTY GROUP, P.S.
01.2019 - 11.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Bates Technical College

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Central Washington University

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