Lauren Smith
New York,NY
Summary
Detail-driven accounting professional experienced in examining and analyzing accounting records, financial statements and financial reports to assess accuracy and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and standards. Proven to analyze accounting processes, identify deficiencies and formulate and implement corrective action plans to achieve compliance and mitigate risk. Highly organized and dependable Staff Accountant with background in bookkeeping and financial analysis. Successful history of streamlining accounting processes, identifying cost savings opportunities, and improving accuracy and efficiency. Skilled in using various accounting software programs and technologies.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant-Accounts Payable
Beacon Hill Staffing Group LLC.
04.2024 - Current
- Collected and arranged financial information in a Microsoft shared drive and entered details into NetSuite financial management system.
- Boosted team productivity with NetSuite accounting software, facilitating smoother workflow.
- Monitored accounts payable to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors, independent contractors and employee reimbursements.
- Developed strong relationships with non-finance staff to facilitate efficient payables procedures.
Accounts Payable Coordinator
Shakespeare & Co. Bookstore
03.2019 - 08.2023
- Processed high volume accounts payable simultaneously for 3 retail bookstores with cafes and 2 corporate entities.
- Entered financial information and payments to guarantee that publishers and vendors were paid accurately and on time.
- Managed and responded to all correspondence and inquiries from vendors.
- Reconciled company bank, vendor, customer and credit card accounts.
- Tracked expenditures and prepared reports for records and management review.
- Reviewed open purchase orders for integrity, accuracy and completeness of vendor information.
- Assists store managers and operations staff with accounting expertise.
- Processed check disbursements and reconciled related ledger.
- Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
- Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
- Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
Accountant
Heroes Model Management
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Managed day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents and monthly financial statements for over 60 models.
- Conducted technical and analytical reviews of tax returns to check for accuracy and qualified deductions.
- Reviewed business operations and obligations to help organization function at acceptable level.
- Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
- Offered advice and direction to help models better understand financial goals.
FC Bookkeeper & Billing Coordinator
Empire City Consultants
04.2013 - 02.2017
- Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
- Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
- Supported operations by communicating with customers, filing documents and managing data.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits and money logs.
- Verified accuracy of collections and payables, resulting in 60% reduction in outstanding receivables, payment errors and check reissues.
Senior Bookkeeper
Hot Bread Kitchen, LLC
11.2010 - 10.2012
- Introduced new and efficient accounting, financial and operational systems.
- Managed payroll processing and ensured accurate tax withholdings, benefit deductions, and employee reimbursements were applied.
- Streamlined bookkeeping processes for increased efficiency, implementing new software programs and organizational systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
American Intercontinental University - Online
Hoffman Estates, Illinois2008
Skills
- Bookkeeping and Reconciliation
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
- Accounts Payable/Receivable
- Bank Reconciliations
- Budgeting
- Credit Card Reconciliations
- Journal Entries
- QuickBooks Proficient
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Microsoft Office
- NetSuite proficient
- Payroll Processing (ADP, QuickBooks, Paychex)
Timeline
Staff Accountant-Accounts Payable
Beacon Hill Staffing Group LLC.
04.2024 - Current
Accounts Payable Coordinator
Shakespeare & Co. Bookstore
03.2019 - 08.2023
Accountant
Heroes Model Management
01.2018 - 02.2019
FC Bookkeeper & Billing Coordinator
Empire City Consultants
04.2013 - 02.2017
Senior Bookkeeper
Hot Bread Kitchen, LLC
11.2010 - 10.2012
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
American Intercontinental University - Online
References
Furnished Upon Request
Quote
Experience is a hard teacher because she gives the test first, the lesson after.
Vernon Law
References
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