MARSHA HOWARD
Joaquin
Summary
Auditor/Accountant with 15+ years of experience, excellent analytical skills, and attention to detail
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Advanced Ecology Ltd
11.2011 - Current
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
- Monitored cash flow closely to ensure sufficient funds were available for operational needs.
- Prepared Bank Reconciliations
- Assisted in reducing outstanding accounts receivable balances by diligently following up on overdue invoices.
Senior Auditor
Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA)
08.2006 - 11.2011
- Collect and analyze data to detect deficient controls, duplicated entries, unallowable cost, and non compliance with applicable laws and regulations
- Test the effectiveness of the internal control environment related to FAR, CAS, and federal government contract requirements
- Examine the Contractor’s Accounting System to determine the Accounting System is adequate for accumulating and recording costs on government contracts
- Examine the financial records, reports, policies, and procedures to determine that the contractor follows GAAP
- Prepare detailed reports on audit findings in accordance with GAGAS
Staff Accountant
Finley & Cook, PLLC
05.2006 - 08.2006
- Performed bookkeeping for multiple companies
- Organized data for reporting purposes
- Performed bank reconciliations
- Reconciled general ledger accounts and entered adjusting journal entries
Cashier/Bookkeeper
The Home Depot
03.2000 - 06.2004
- Balanced store vault and cashier tills
- Calculated and prepared daily deposits
- Assisted customers with purchases and returns
- Performed account collections
- Documented cashier discrepancies
Medical Service Journeyman
United States Air Force
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Obtained vital signs of patients
- Assisted with Labor and Delivery
- Transferred patients to area hospitals as needed
- Administered injections to patients
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK05.2006
Skills
- Proficient in QuickBooks
- Accounts payable/receivable management
- Monthly reconciliation process
- Payroll administration
- Accurate bookkeeping practices
Timeline
Accountant
Advanced Ecology Ltd
11.2011 - Current
Senior Auditor
Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA)
08.2006 - 11.2011
Staff Accountant
Finley & Cook, PLLC
05.2006 - 08.2006
Cashier/Bookkeeper
The Home Depot
03.2000 - 06.2004
Medical Service Journeyman
United States Air Force
01.1996 - 01.2000
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Central Oklahoma