MARK LEE
Irving,USA
Summary
Experienced accounting professional with 15+ years of hands-on expertise in AP/AR management, payroll processing, and full-cycle accounting across diverse industries including healthcare, government, and mission-driven organizations. Proven track record in managing high-volume transactions, contractor payroll operations, and multi-system implementations. Skilled in QuickBooks, Bill.com, Excel automation, and process optimization. Strong collaborator who thrives in small team environments while supporting organizational growth and financial accuracy.
Finance professional with strong background in financial reporting and analysis. Proven ability to support month-end close processes and maintain accurate financial records. Known for collaborating effectively with teams and adapting to changing priorities, while showcasing skills in general ledger management and financial reconciliations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant
R3 Wound Care & Hyperbarics
North Richland Hills, TX
12.2024 - 02.2025
- Processed accounts payable and accounts receivable across multiple clinical departments, improving cash flow efficiency by 50%
- Supported payroll processing and expense allocation across various departments ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Executed comprehensive reconciliations of bank accounts, general ledger accounts, and intercompany transactions
- Managed full month-end and year-end closing processes, contributing to 100% on-time financial reporting
- Collaborated with external auditors during audit preparation, ensuring adherence to healthcare finance regulations
- Enhanced budget vs. actual reporting tools, significantly improving forecast precision and resource allocation
- Contributed to process improvement initiatives, increasing financial reporting efficiency by 25%
Finance Accounting Manager
DFW Healthcare LLC
Carrollton, TX
10.2022 - 09.2024
- Managed full-cycle accounts payable and receivable operations for multi-entity healthcare organization ($25M+ annual revenue)
- Supervised payroll processing and compliance for diverse workforce, ensuring accurate and timely payments
- Reduced AP/AR processing time by 75% through Excel VBA automation and QuickBooks/SAP integration
- Built automated reporting dashboards that supported executive decision-making on cost optimization and performance metrics
- Led month-end close procedures and reconciliations, maintaining 100% accuracy in financial reporting
- Mentored team of 10 accounting professionals on AP/AR best practices and system optimization
- Streamlined accounts receivable collections process, achieving 20% increase in collection rates
- Designed expense reporting workflows that reduced processing time and improved approval tracking
Accounting Manager – Multi-Entity Reporting
Keating LLC
Phoenix, AZ
03.2020 - 08.2022
- Managed accounts payable operations and vendor relationships across $25M multi-entity operations
- Processed accounts receivable transactions and maintained customer account accuracy
- Led general ledger maintenance, journal entries, and fixed asset tracking ensuring financial reporting accuracy
- Coordinated month-end close procedures and account reconciliations with zero audit findings
- Developed Excel-based financial reporting tools and forecasting models for management decision-making
- Managed cash flow operations and banking relationships, achieving 29% improvement in transaction processing efficiency
- Mentored accounting team on AP/AR procedures and GAAP compliance standards
SPS Consultant (Public Accounting)
Robert Half
Phoenix, AZ
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Supported accounts payable and receivable operations during client ERP system transitions
- Processed monthly and quarterly journal entries while conducting detailed account reconciliations
- Managed invoice processing and vendor payment workflows across multiple client systems
- Reconciled 65+ accounts and inventory tracking to identify and resolve discrepancies
- Reviewed 75+ contracts across international regions for compliance and accurate processing
- Provided specialized support for QuickBooks to QuickBooks Online migrations
Staff Accountant
U-Haul International
Phoenix, AZ
02.2018 - 05.2019
- Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions for 65+ accounts using QuickBooks systems
- Automated Excel-based AP/AR reporting using VBA, improving processing efficiency by 25%
- Managed end-to-end invoice processing including approval workflows and payment posting
- Conducted monthly account reconciliations and supported month-end close procedures
- Developed AP/AR training materials and documented best practices for team efficiency
- Prepared detailed variance analyses and account aging reports for management review
Senior Accountant
First American Title
Phoenix, AZ
05.2016 - 08.2017
- Prepared and analyzed monthly, quarterly, and annual reports ensuring accurate financial information recording
- Supported PwC auditors by collecting and testing financial data and analyzing financial trends
- Participated in merger and acquisition planning and execution, including sale of assets
- Managed design and development of new management reports while ensuring data integrity
- Created executive-quality PowerPoint presentations for quarterly forecasts and stakeholder communications
- Assisted in integrating newly acquired companies into financial systems
- Collaborated with internal audit for Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and supported external auditors during reviews
- Accelerated month-end closing process to 20th calendar day through process improvements
- Implemented income/expense flux analysis for early error identification and correction
- Improved revenue recognition and forecasting, enhancing reporting system accuracy by 15%
Sr. Payroll Tax Accountant
Xerox Corporation
Phoenix, AZ
06.2015 - 05.2016
- Reconciled State Unemployment Tax accounts for Georgia Pacific and Koch Industries
- Performed monthly and quarterly payroll deduction reconciliations to General Ledger
- Implemented process improvements in reconciliation procedures
Financial Analyst
Arizona Department of Economic Security
Phoenix, AZ
12.2013 - 05.2015
- Prepared federal financial reports for US Department of Labor and Education grants per applicable CFRs
- Developed state and federal budget requests using historical data, trends, and performance goals
- Generated variance and trending analyses with executive commentary for management review
- Served as primary contact for Department of Economic Security Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA)
- Provided financial expertise on fund utilization, budget management, and regulatory compliance
Accountant
Performance Food Group
Phoenix, AZ
12.2009 - 09.2013
- Managed accounts payable processing and vendor payment systems across multiple business units
- Processed accounts receivable transactions and maintained customer account accuracy
- Supported payroll operations and expense reporting for various departments
- Handled invoice processing, purchase order matching, and expense verification procedures
- Maintained cash application processes and reconciled daily transactions
- Coordinated with management on expense card transactions and approval workflows
Assistant Chief Fiscal Officer
Maryland Department of Corrections
Baltimore, MD
10.2006 - 02.2008
- Supervised 53 employees in Baltimore Region Finance Department under Chief Fiscal Officer
- Reconciled general ledger, prepared financial reports, and managed fixed asset acquisition and reporting
- Developed and implemented automated and manual fiscal operation policies and procedures
- Prepared statistical studies and economic forecasts for executive staff
- Submitted $128 million annual operating budget request for Baltimore Region Correctional Operations
Accountant II
Maryland DPSCS Office of the Secretary
Baltimore, MD
09.1997 - 10.2006
- Monitored capital projects for Maryland Correctional System and served as year-end closing point of contact
- Prepared detailed monthly expenditure projection analyses to identify surpluses, deficits, and fluctuations
- Submitted $6.9 million annual operating budget for Criminal Injury Compensation Board (CICB)
- Assisted in development and implementation of Department's $716 million operating budget
Education
Master of Accounting -
Strayer University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Skills
- Fundamental accounting processes
- Financial transaction management
- Accounts receivable oversight
- Payroll administration
- Contractor payment management
- General Ledger Maintenance
- Month-End Close Procedures
- Invoice Processing
- Vendor Management
- Expense Reporting
- QuickBooks Online
- QuickBooks Desktop
- Billcom
- NetSuite
- Excel Automation
- VBA
- Power Query
- PivotTables
- Multi-System Integration
- Data Management
- Process Documentation
- Workflow Optimization
- Financial Operations
- Compliance
- Full-Cycle Accounting
- Financial Statement Preparation
- Budget Management
- Cash Flow Analysis
- Audit Support
- Internal Controls
- Regulatory Compliance
- Bank reconciliation
- Monthly account / bank reconciliation
- Accounts receivable
- Monthly journal entries
- Payroll processing
- Audit support
- Account reconciliation
- Journal entry preparation
- Monthly / quarterly / year end reports
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Payroll administration
- General ledger accounting
- General ledger
- Internal / external audits
- Financial reporting
- General ledger management
- Fixed asset management
- Accounting software expertise
- Cost accounting
- Data management
- Financial management
- Financial statements expertise
- Budget preparation
- GAAP accounting
- Internal controls
- Intercompany transactions
- Cash flow management
- Revenue recognition
- Report writing
- Forecasting & budgeting
- Expense tracking
- Grant accounting
- Confidential document control
- Financial auditing
- Variance analysis
- Automated systems & procedures
- Month-end closing
- GAAP compliance expertise
- Financial year-end closing
Websites
Timeline
Staff Accountant
R3 Wound Care & Hyperbarics
12.2024 - 02.2025
Finance Accounting Manager
DFW Healthcare LLC
10.2022 - 09.2024
Accounting Manager – Multi-Entity Reporting
Keating LLC
03.2020 - 08.2022
SPS Consultant (Public Accounting)
Robert Half
05.2019 - 03.2020
Staff Accountant
U-Haul International
02.2018 - 05.2019
Senior Accountant
First American Title
05.2016 - 08.2017
Sr. Payroll Tax Accountant
Xerox Corporation
06.2015 - 05.2016
Financial Analyst
Arizona Department of Economic Security
12.2013 - 05.2015
Accountant
Performance Food Group
12.2009 - 09.2013
Assistant Chief Fiscal Officer
Maryland Department of Corrections
10.2006 - 02.2008
Accountant II
Maryland DPSCS Office of the Secretary
09.1997 - 10.2006
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Master of Accounting -
Strayer University
Professional Notes
Available immediately for full-time remote opportunities. Based in Dallas-Fort Worth area with extensive experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll operations. Particularly interested in mission-driven organizations where accounting excellence supports meaningful workforce and community impact.
Personal Information
- Title: Staff Accountant | Finance Professional
- Availability: Available immediately for full-time remote opportunities., Based in Dallas-Fort Worth area