Mary-Kate Sweet

Livonia

Summary

Detail-oriented Staff Accountant with experience in monthly bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, payroll processing, and tax preparation within a CPA firm environment. Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and accounting systems. Proven ability to manage multiple clients, meet deadlines, and support accurate financial operations.

Overview

years of professional experience

Certification

Work History

Customer Service Roles (Cashier / Personal Shopper)

Developed strong time management, communication, and organizational skills
Handled transactions and customer interactions in fast-paced environments

Staff Accountant

Schultz & Associates, CPA

01.2025 - Current

Perform monthly bookkeeping for multiple clients, including transaction classification and account maintenance
Complete bank and credit card reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies
Prepare individual and business tax returns using UltraTax
Assist with financial statement preparation and reporting
Apply GAAP principles to maintain compliance and accuracy
Support payroll processing and general accounting tasks

Tutor (Mathematics & Basic Accounting)

01.2023 - 01.2025

Provided academic support in math and accounting concepts
Improved student performance through structured problem-solving approaches

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Michigan Technological University

Houghton, MI

04-2025

Skills

Bank Reconciliations
Month-End Close
Payroll Processing (Gusto)
Financial Statements
Tax Preparation
GAAP Knowledge

Accounts Payable & Receivable
General Ledger Accounting
Microsoft Excel
Accounting Software: AccountingCS, Wave, UltraTax
Customer assistance

Websites

[LinkedIn]

Certification

QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor
Gusto Payroll Certification
Xero Advisor Certification

Languages

German

Limited Working

Timeline