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Lawrence Omolayo

Patchogue,NY

Summary

Analytical Staff Accountant, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in financial reporting and budget management. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and communication, ensuring a smooth workflow and effective collaboration with team members. An accounting professional who is a quick and eager learner, with acute attention to detail, and several years of experience in accounting and financial analysis.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Accountant

Barnes & Noble’s
Westbury, NY
04.2024 - Current
  • Handled stores' real estate tax and utility payments.
  • Handled setting new stores and adjusting existing stores' accounts based on updated lease agreements.
  • Ensured compliance with generally accepted accounting principles while preparing financial statements.
  • Performed month-end close activities such as accruals, amortization, allocations.
  • Created reports to track budget variances against actual results.
  • Reviewed and reconciled discrepancies in accounts and financial documentation.

Staff Accountant

VJ X-Ray
Bohemia, NY
04.2023 - 04.2024
  • Ensured all aspects of Accounts Receivable are processed in a timely manner and tracked until payment is received
  • Reviewed Accounts Payable activities to ensure accurate and timely processing
  • Assisted in the daily reconciliation of general and subsidiary bank accounts by gathering and balancing information
  • AR, AP, GRNI, and cash flow projection reports are generated on a bi-weekly basis.
  • Responsible for monthly intercompany billing and account reconciliation
  • Assisted in maintaining financial records for multiple locations domestically and internationally
  • Managed inventory accounting and ensuring valuation accuracy
  • Ensured compliance with generally accepted accounting principles while preparing financial statements.

Accounting Clerk

First Response Rail Service
Port Jefferson, NY
01.2022 - 04.2023
  • Handled accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing and payment processing.
  • Classified and summarized financial data to compile and enter in financial records
  • Handled bi-weekly payroll services for company employees.
  • Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
  • Prepared bank deposits by verifying and balancing receipts and sending cash and checks to banks.
  • Monitored and recorded company expenses, ensuring adherence to budget guidelines.
  • Assisted with month-end and year-end close processes, preparing necessary journal entries.
  • Handled daily cash transactions and maintained petty cash fund.
  • Reconciled bank statements and resolved discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting.

Budget Manager Intern

Pace Athletic Department
Pleasantville, NY
01.2019 - 05.2019
  • Handling the day-to-day finances of the athletic teams and departments including managing travel expenses, department budgets, and payroll
  • Ensured that athletic teams and departments follow any regulations or guidelines established by the NCAA
  • Assisted with fundraising events

Education

B.A - General Business (Concentration in Accounting)

Pace University, Lubin School of Business
Pleasantville, NY
07.2021

Skills

  • Quantitative Skills
  • Leadership
  • Team Player
  • Communication Skills
  • Organized
  • Goal Oriented
  • Advanced Spreadsheets
  • QuickBooks
  • Financial Accounting
  • Month-end close
  • General ledger management
  • Journal entries
  • Accounts receivable
  • Accounts payable
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Financial reporting
  • Time management
  • Cash flow management

References

  • Richard Mondello, First Response Rail Service, Accounting Manager, RMondello@FRRSVC.com, 631-740-9008
  • Ephriam Adeola, Prince of Peace Tabernacle, Pastor, 631-836-3660, Eadeola@gmail.com
  • OluwaBukola Simeon, Food Pantry Manager, 646-935-9070, Toksimeon55@gmail.com
  • Andy Rondeau, Pace University, Coach, 757-376-3232, Arondeau@pace.edu

Activities Volunteer

H&R Block, Long Island, NY, First Year Tax Associate, 11/24, Current

Timeline

Staff Accountant

Barnes & Noble’s
04.2024 - Current

Staff Accountant

VJ X-Ray
04.2023 - 04.2024

Accounting Clerk

First Response Rail Service
01.2022 - 04.2023

Budget Manager Intern

Pace Athletic Department
01.2019 - 05.2019

B.A - General Business (Concentration in Accounting)

Pace University, Lubin School of Business
Lawrence Omolayo