Kate Scozzafava
William G. Ardito & Company, Inc.
Danbury,CT
26
years of professional experience
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in all aspects of Corporate Accounting, with a talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Work History
Account Manager
18 Years 9 Months- Managed 100 client accounts
- Processed and filed all federal and states quarterly and yearly payroll returns
- Processed journal entries to ensure accurate production of general ledger
- Researched, Evaluated, and prepared supporting documentation for all audit requests; Sales Tax, Worker’s Compensation, General Liability, Corporation, Payroll
- Presented all documentation and negotiated with auditors; Disputed and negotiated where necessary
- Trained all new employees
- Managed all employees; assisted them in all areas and reviewed their completed accounts
- Completed Data Entry for all client accounts
- Reviewed General Ledger’s on a regular basis
- Investigated and provided supporting documentation for discrepancy notices from federal and state agencies to resolve issues
- Processed all Adjusting Journal Entries to accurately close the year
- Presented documentation and negotiated with auditors to address discrepancies and secure favorable outcomes
- Facilitated onboarding for new employees to equip them with necessary skills and knowledge for their roles.
- Supervised all employees, providing guidance and support in their tasks and responsibilities; assisted them in all areas and reviewed their completed accounts
- Executed daily administrative tasks such as answering phones, processing emails, and handling document management; answer phones, emails, copies, faxes, scans, billing
Office Manager
6 Years 11 Months- Processed all accounts receivables; prepare billing, record payments, prepare deposits
- Verified invoices for received inventory, adjusted freight charges, and disputed vendor errors.
- Processed weekly payroll for accurate and timely employee compensation
- Prepared quarterly and annual payroll tax returns, ensuring compliance with regulations
- Manually calculated and filed monthly state sales tax returns
- Track and record sales and use tax exemptions, request/complete exempt certificates
- Researched, Evaluated, and prepared supporting documentation for all audit requests
- Reconciled bank statements, produced and reviewed general ledger, and summarized sales data for forecasting
Office Manager
6 Years 11 Months- Defined duties comparable to those mentioned for Ace Industrial, omitting payroll, sales tax, and forecasting.
- The accounts receivable process was for tenants’ rent and utilities
- Researched, Evaluated, and prepared supporting documentation for all audit requests
- Responsibilities were similar to those listed above for Ace Industrial excluding the processes for payroll, sales tax, and forecasting.
Education
High School Diploma
Graduated from Danbury High School class of 1997.
Skills
Account Management - 15 years
Customer Service - 26 years
Teamwork and Collaboration - 15 years
Client relationship management - 15 years
GAAP - 26 years
Payroll - 26 years
Accounts Receivables - 20 years
Accounts Payables - 20 years
QuickBooks - 20 years
Pensoft - 18 years
Word - 26 years
Excel - 26 years
T-Value - 18 years
General ledger closings - 18 years
Filing State and Federal tax processes - 26 years
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Wise Guides IRS Enrolled Agent Exam Preparation
Timeline
Account Manager
William G. Ardito & Company, Inc.
01.2008 - CurrentRead More
Office Manager
JLG Leasing, LLC - Division of Ace
05.2000 - 04.2007Read More
Office Manager
Ace Industrial Supply, Inc.
05.2000 - 04.2007Read More
Danbury High School
High School Diploma
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