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Mary Elia

Accountant
Gilbert,AZ

Summary

Detail-oriented and methodical Accountant with 30 years of experience in both private and public accounting with dedication to accuracy and efficiency. Diligent about keeping records current with accurate expense tracking and invoice processing. Highly organized, proactive and responsible professional.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Real Estate Accountant

CBRE
Phoenix, AZ
06.2022 - 12.2023

Prepare all aspects of the financial statement package, including but not limited to bank reconciliations, creating and posting journal entries, general ledger review and completion of back up and subsidiary schedules. Completed complex financial variance analysis and documented explanation. Ensured that the financial package is completed and delivered in a timely and accurate manner for Real Estate Managers and Clients. Ensured cash receipts and payables are entered and processed in a timely manner. Verified accuracy of rent roll information and ensures all tenant billings and lease changes are entered in a timely manner. Monitored and maintained cash balances as required by Client. Resolved and responded to issues and requests from Real Estate Managers and Clients. Ensured all debt, real estate tax, sales tax and owner distribution payments are made in a timely manner and internal databases are maintained. Reviewed and provided feedback on budget information; verified that budget information has been properly input.

Assisted in the transition of properties. Other projects as assigned

Senior Staff Accountant

VW Connect, LLC
Phoenix, AZ
04.2021 - 06.2022

Accounting processes including but not limited to journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, month end close, accounts payable, subcontractors, 1099's, sales tax, job costing, progress billing. Maintained all accounting for one real estate entity and intercompany transactions. Developed and implemented some company policies and procedures.

Accounting Manager

Premier Kitchen & Bath
Mesa, Arizona
09.2014 - 08.2020

Accounting processes including but not limited to journal entries. bank and balance sheet reconciliations, financial statements. payroll, human resources, employee benefits, accounts receivable, accounts payable, subcontractors, 1099's, sales tax, job costing, progress billing, pre-lien notices, Maintained all accounting for three real estate entities and intercompany transactions. Developed and implemented some company policies, procedures and processes. Administrative duties included but not limited to commercial insurance package renewal, copy machine leases, cleaning services for showrooms and offices.

Staff Accountant

Law & Reed, CPA's, P.C.
Mesa, Arizona
11.2012 - 07.2014

Maintain a diverse client base of approximately 12, including but not limited to preparing journal entries. bank and balance sheet reconciliations, financial statements. payroll along with all quarterly, annual tax returns and related forms, 1099's, sales tax. Prepare tax returns for individuals, corporations, and partnerships. Resolve notices form the varying taxing agencies and inform client of outcome.

Accountant

Arizona Aircraft Painting, LLC
Mesa, Arizona
10.2011 - 07.2013

Prepare payroll on a weekly basis along with all quarterly, annual tax returns and related forms. Accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconcile sales and prepare sales tax returns. Prepare journal entries. bank and balance sheet reconciliations, financial statements. Implemented new accounting and office policies and procedures. Work with outside CPA and investment advisor.

Accountant

Invision Auto Body LLC
Mesa, Arizona
05.2007 - 10.2011

Prepare payroll on a weekly basis for 40 - 60 employees with varied pay structures along with all quarterly, annual tax returns and related forms. Accounts payable, reconciled sales, sales commission and prepare sales tax returns. Set up new policies and procedures for employee record keeping, benefits, Cobra compliance and OSHA requirements. Implemented new accounting and office policies and procedures. Prepare bank account reconciliations and journal entries. Work with outside CPA.

Staff Accountant

Colby & Powell PLC
Gilbert, Arizona
08.1997 - 05.2007

Maintain a diverse client base of approximately 24, including but not limited to preparing journal entries. bank and balance sheet reconciliations, financial statements. Accounts payable, payroll for clients with 1 - 100 employees along with all quarterly, annual tax returns and related forms, 1099's, sales tax. Prepare tax returns for individuals. Resolve notices form the varying taxing agencies and inform client of outcome. Set up new clients on MAS 90/200 accounting software. Train new employees and clients. Various assigned projects.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Triton College
River Grove, IL
05.1993

Skills

  • Payroll Administration & Management
  • Payroll Processing
  • Bank Account Reconciliations
  • AP and AR Operations
  • Cost Accounting
  • Closing Procedures
  • General Ledger Accounting
  • Journal Entries
  • Financial Statement Preparation
  • Variance Analysis
  • Process Improvement
  • GAAP Knowledge
  • Office 365
  • Quickbooks
  • MAS 90/200
  • Yardi
  • MRI
  • Peachtree
  • Real World
  • Creative Solutions
  • Lacerte
  • Microsoft Excel, Word, & Outlook

Timeline

Senior Real Estate Accountant

CBRE
06.2022 - 12.2023

Senior Staff Accountant

VW Connect, LLC
04.2021 - 06.2022

Accounting Manager

Premier Kitchen & Bath
09.2014 - 08.2020

Staff Accountant

Law & Reed, CPA's, P.C.
11.2012 - 07.2014

Accountant

Arizona Aircraft Painting, LLC
10.2011 - 07.2013

Accountant

Invision Auto Body LLC
05.2007 - 10.2011

Staff Accountant

Colby & Powell PLC
08.1997 - 05.2007

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Triton College
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