Melissa Baron
Durham,NC
Summary
Dynamic Senior Accountant with extensive experience. Proven track record in enhancing financial accuracy and compliance, while demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities. Skilled in managing GAAP accounting processes, driving process improvements that optimize financial operations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
Emergence Health Holdings
Durham, NC
11.2023 - Current
- Compiled daily, weekly, and monthly visit counts, analyzing month-over-month and prior year variances.
- Recorded bank transactions, processing internal transfers and urgent wire payments in a timely manner.
- Maintained company ledgers by reviewing financial transactions for accuracy.
- Prepared and recorded journal entries, including prepaid expenses, payroll liabilities, and allocations.
- Performed reconciliations of financial data, researched variances, and made necessary adjustments.
- Executed balance sheet reconciliations for intercompany accounts, banks, payroll, and accrued liabilities.
- Managed fixed assets through depreciation schedules and personal property tax filings.
- Assisted with month-end and year-end closings, including journal entries and financial statement audits.
Senior Accountant
WillowTree
Durham, NC
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Executed monthly accounting cycles for US and Canadian operations.
- Prepared balance sheet, intercompany, bank, and payroll reconciliations.
- Managed fixed assets, including depreciation schedules and property tax filings.
- Handled accruals, prepaid expenses, and intangible asset amortization schedules.
- Performed month-end journal entries, including expense allocations and P&L variance analysis.
- Supported month-end and year-end closings and annual financial audits.
- Developed and maintained lease accounting schedules with rent and CAM analysis.
- Conducted flux analysis, financial statement reviews, and chart of accounts management.
Accounting Supervisor
Transloc
Durham, NC
01.2021 - 05.2022
- Managed and oversaw the daily operations of the accounting department.
- Established and maintained fiscal files and records including monitoring and analyzing accounting transaction activity for accurate classifications necessary to report correct company financials.
- Reviewed financial transactions to ensure they are reported in accordance with GAAP.
- Lead Accounting team to deliver timely and accurate financials by overseeing general accounting functions including, accounts payable, accounts receivable, customer contract [billing, review, renewal and reporting], general ledger accuracy, month and end-year processes, payroll, expenditure variance analysis, reconciliations, check runs and fixed asset maintenance and reconciliations.
- Assisted with audits and established compliance controls. Ad Hoc reporting, ERP implementation liaison and other projects assigned.
- Analyzed income statements to identify cost savings opportunities or areas of improvement within the company's operations.
- Investigated discrepancies in financial data and prepared corrective journal entries.
- Managed day-to-day bookkeeping activities such as invoicing customers, reconciling bank accounts, recording deposits and withdrawals.
Senior Accountant
TransLoc
Durham, NC
02.2019 - 01.2021
- Verified, allocated, and reconciled accounts payable and receivable.
- Produced accurate accounting reports with recommendations for efficiency improvements.
- Provided technical support for audits and addressed accounting inquiries.
- Reviewed contracts and performed billing in accordance with ASC 606 standards.
- Supported month-end and year-end close processes alongside reconciliations.
- Collaborated with Finance and Accounting Managers to refine financial procedures.
- Managed corporate credit card reconciliations, AP disbursements, fixed assets, commissions payouts, and expense reimbursements.
- Processed 1099 forms and managed W-9 documentation.
Financial Analyst
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Durham, NC
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Conducted domestic and foreign bank reconciliations alongside balance sheet account reconciliations.
- Analyzed monthly expense actuals against forecast variances to identify discrepancies.
- Collaborated with internal partners on annual operating plans and forecasts reporting.
- Performed flux analysis and intercompany reporting for domestic and foreign transactions.
- Prepared documentation for external/internal financial audits, including international audits.
- Liaised with Irish Revenue for VAT and VIES tax filings and audits.
- Coordinated payments for excise, sales, personal property, and business taxes domestically.
- Managed fixed assets, including additions, disposals, depreciation schedules, and reconciliations.
Accountant I
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Durham, NC
05.2016 - 09.2017
- Executed domestic and international bank reconciliations and resolved all reconciling items.
- Evaluated journal entries for accuracy and completeness; processed intercompany charges promptly.
- Managed aged intercompany balances and confirmed netting payments at month-end.
- Resolved A/P vendor discrepancies and validated receipts with precision.
- Conducted EDI auto voucher processing and managed vendor rebate programs effectively.
- Completed monthly close activities, including accruals, prepaids, amortizations, and intercompany reconciliations.
- Performed general ledger analysis and account roll forwards to ensure financial integrity.
- Served as liaison for taxation matters, including VAT tax oversight and related projects.
Accounting Assistant II
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Durham, NC
12.2013 - 05.2016
- Validated accounts payable inventory receipts through three-way matching, resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Executed weekly A/P check runs and managed vendor files efficiently.
- Conducted monthly sales and excise tax analyses, ensuring accurate payments and reconciliations.
- Documented procedures for disbursement analysis and outstanding check reporting.
- Managed business taxes, including property tax filings and licenses, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated with procurement and logistics to ensure timely vendor payments and resolve issues.
- Processed intercompany netting, year-end 1099s, and maintained W9 management for vendors.
- Served as liaison for customer service and purchasing, supporting various projects assigned by Controller.
Customer Support Analyst
Clorox Company formerly Burt's Bees
Durham, NC
06.2013 - 10.2013
- Managed customer account performance to ensure timely collection of past due receivables.
- Issued credit memos for delivery exceptions, securing compliance with payment terms.
- Processed return merchandise authorizations (RMA) to facilitate efficient returns.
- Resolved customer inquiries to enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
- Conducted quarterly SOX testing to adhere to regulatory standards.
- Evaluated customer credit lines to determine shipment order releases or holds.
- Ensured prompt payment through diligent follow-up on outstanding receivables.
Revenue Specialist
Clorox Company formerly Burt's Bees
Durham, NC
05.2012 - 06.2013
- Executed cash application for lockbox receipts and resolved customer inquiries efficiently.
- Processed daily credit card transactions, ensuring accurate posting and reconciliation.
- Conducted quarterly SOX testing to maintain compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.
- Reallocated cash to customer accounts while supporting invoice collections and deduction resolution.
- Processed customer refunds and issued invoices while collaborating with account managers.
- Analyzed customer aging reports and performed write-offs and deduction coding as necessary.
- Offset open cash against invoices, managed deductions, and executed cash reversals.
- Balanced wire transfers and oversaw management of credit card terminal operations.
Accounting Clerk
Participate formerly VIF International Education
Chapel Hill, NC
06.2011 - 05.2012
- Executed daily cash applications for domestic and international banking lockbox transactions.
- Issued customer invoices and credit memos while conducting collection calls and maintaining customer accounts.
- Managed accounts payable filing system, performed check runs, and oversaw vendor relationships.
- Conducted monthly bank reconciliations for both domestic and international subsidiaries.
- Performed data analysis, assessment duties, and pre-audit preparation activities; maintained expense, amortization, and accrual schedules.
- Recorded payroll and benefits journal entries, processed I-9 forms, and verified new hire eligibility through E-Verify.
- Prepared month-end journal entries for intercompany payroll transactions, exchange rates, and foreign subsidiary bank statements.
Senior Accounting Clerk
E.V.T.M, CPA
St. Thomas, VI
01.2008 - 06.2011
- Prepared quarterly tax reports and journal entries for accurate financial records.
- Assisted CPA with business tax filings, including federal and state taxes.
- Supervised intern activities to enhance team productivity and efficiency.
- Managed over 40 client accounts, conducting tax analysis and reporting.
- Ensured timely preparation of individual and company tax documents.
- Maintained office supplies inventory and streamlined operational processes.
- Executed account reconciliations to uphold financial integrity.
- Met all deadlines consistently, reinforcing commitment to quality standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Finance concentration
University of the Virgin Islands
St. Thomas, VI05.2011
Skills
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Journal entries and reconciliations
- Internal and external audits
- Intercompany transactions
- General ledger management
- Budget variance analysis
- Tax compliance and reporting
- Foreign currency accounting
- Ad hoc financial reporting
- Expense and credit card management
- Invoice processing and billing
- Financial statement preparation
- W9 and 1099 compliance
- Flux analysis and review
- Month-end closing procedures
- Fixed asset management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Effective communication skills
- Process improvement initiatives
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Emergence Health Holdings
11.2023 - Current
Senior Accountant
WillowTree
05.2022 - 11.2023
Accounting Supervisor
Transloc
01.2021 - 05.2022
Senior Accountant
TransLoc
02.2019 - 01.2021
Financial Analyst
Thermo Fisher Scientific
09.2017 - 05.2018
Accountant I
Thermo Fisher Scientific
05.2016 - 09.2017
Accounting Assistant II
Thermo Fisher Scientific
12.2013 - 05.2016
Customer Support Analyst
Clorox Company formerly Burt's Bees
06.2013 - 10.2013
Revenue Specialist
Clorox Company formerly Burt's Bees
05.2012 - 06.2013
Accounting Clerk
Participate formerly VIF International Education
06.2011 - 05.2012
Senior Accounting Clerk
E.V.T.M, CPA
01.2008 - 06.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration, Finance concentration
University of the Virgin Islands
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