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Lydia Gathairu

Rancho Cordova,CA

Summary

Resourceful accountant offering several years of expertise in examining and analyzing accounting records, financial statements and financial reports to assess accuracy and enforce compliance. Evaluates processes to identify deficiencies and formulate strategy to mitigate risk. Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, standards and best practices. Personable, energetic, and with an aptitude for client relationship management. Analytical professional with technical knowledge and critical thinking skills to thrive in data-driven environments. Tackles challenges with positivity and drive to overcome. Works great alone or with others and consistently exceeds expectations. Motivated individual with business acumen and willingness to take on challenging roles. Tech-savvy and quick learning with technical know-how, social media expertise and sales abilities to support and drive substantial growth.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Accountant Finance

United Natural Foods (Tony’s Fine Foods, Inc.)
West Sacramento, CA
09.2017 - 04.2025
  • Completed monthly reconciliations for bank, credit card, and balance sheet accounts.
  • Examined financial statements to ensure precision and adherence to regulations.
  • Compiled and prepared journal entries to ensure accurate general ledger records.
  • Ensured precision in managing cash and fixed asset accounts.
  • Updated financial data and organized inventory using Excel spreadsheets.
  • Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
  • Managed inventory accounting, ensuring valuation accuracy and stock level optimization.
  • Filed and remitted taxes for company and clients.
  • Gathered banking transactions via statements, recorded activity in Excel format and reconciled balances.
  • Collaborated with auditors to achieve timely completion of audits.
  • Maintained fixed asset registers in accordance with GAAP requirements.
  • Reconciled intercompany accounts on a monthly basis.
  • Performed month-end close activities such as accruals, amortization, allocations.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline accounting processes.
  • Interacted with internal and external auditors to help complete audits and resolve issues.

Tax Accountant

Valley Point Accounting
Sacramento, CA
04.2021 - 03.2024
  • Prepared and filed taxes for individuals, corporations, and other entities.
  • Analyzed financial records to ensure accuracy of tax documents.
  • Reviewed financial statements for clients to determine potential deductions.
  • Calculated estimated taxes due from clients and ensured timely payments.
  • Performed research on various topics related to taxation law as needed.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable rules and regulations related to taxation.
  • Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.

Compliance Specialist Finance

Vision Service Plan Insurance Company
Rancho Cordova, CA
12.2012 - 09.2017
  • Prepare quarterly and annual financial statements filings
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Assist in preparing the financial statements for the auditors
  • Conduct Due Diligence and Unclaimed Property Searches as required by statute
  • Filing of all Unclaimed Property Reports each year for various States
  • Prepare various state Sales & Use Tax Returns on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
  • Conduct Sales Tax research for management and VSP business partners as necessary
  • Process miscellaneous assessments and producer appointment fees for all VSP companies
  • Prepare annual business tax renewals as well as municipal licensing, and submit all the necessary check requests, obtain approvals, and mail out on a timely basis
  • Submit company rate filings for both group and IP business
  • Request Certificates of Insurance Policies as needed by regulators, clients and internal business partners
  • Act as a SME for incoming RFPs

General Ledger Accountant

Taylor Farms Pacific, Inc.
Tracy, CA
06.2009 - 07.2012
  • Reviewed and reconciled general ledger accounts for accuracy and completeness.
  • Updated journal entries to ensure accurate reporting of transactions.
  • Performed monthly closing activities such as accruals and deferrals.
  • Prepared bank reconciliations on a regular basis.
  • Researched discrepancies between bank balances and general ledger accounts.
  • Maintained fixed asset records and prepared depreciation schedules.
  • Managed daily cash flow activities and prepared weekly projections.
  • Reconciled intercompany accounts on a monthly basis.
  • Processed payroll data into the general ledger system for accurate tracking.
  • Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.
  • Complied with Sarbanes-Oxley Act and GAAP principles to maintain complete transparency.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
06.2016

Skills

  • General ledger management
  • Fixed asset management
  • Auditing support
  • Tax preparation
  • Bank reconciliation
  • Problem solving
  • ERP accounting
  • Account reconciliation
  • GAAP compliance
  • Payroll management
  • Tax return filing
  • Quickbooks
  • Full-cycle accounting
  • Financial statement preparation
  • Inventory accounting
  • Attention to detail
  • Excel proficiency
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Effective communication
  • Financial reporting

Certification

  • CTEC Certified
  • Active PTIN: P03239318
  • Tax Preparer Bond: 101253545

Timeline

Tax Accountant

Valley Point Accounting
04.2021 - 03.2024

Staff Accountant Finance

United Natural Foods (Tony’s Fine Foods, Inc.)
09.2017 - 04.2025

Compliance Specialist Finance

Vision Service Plan Insurance Company
12.2012 - 09.2017

General Ledger Accountant

Taylor Farms Pacific, Inc.
06.2009 - 07.2012

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX

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