Melissa Rosa
Hopatcong,NJ
Summary
Quality-driven professional with several years of comprehensive experience working with teammates to support accounting functions. Accurately inputs data and records day-to-day transactions. Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounts payable and receivable.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Specialist
C.I.E Tours International Inc
Morristown, NJ
02.2020 - Current
- Researched, documented, and resolved complex accounting inquiries from internal departments.
- Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
- Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.
- Managed daily bookkeeping functions with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements.
- Collaborated with other departments on various projects or initiatives that require cross-functional teams.
- Verified and posted account transactions to prepare checks and maintain accounting ledgers.
- Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations.
- Reconciled bank statements and resolved discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Handled daily cash transactions and maintained petty cash fund.
- Reviewed, processed and reconciled accounts payable invoices and payments.
- Reviewed and implemented improvements to accounting processes and procedures.
- Reconciled bank statements for multiple accounts on a monthly basis.
- Checked figures and postings for correct entry and proper codes.
Senior Accounts Payable
Alex Brands
Fairfield, NJ
04.2017 - 02.2020
- Researched complex billing issues involving multiple departments or vendors.
- Worked closely with department personnel to produce accurate and timely bills.
- Analyzed invoice and expense reports, identified variances and researched issues to correct problems and maintain financial compliance.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by verifying accounting statements.
- Reconciled vendor statements, researched and corrected any discrepancies.
- Reconciled monthly statements and transactions to keep records accurate and current.
- Assessed data and information to check entries, calculations and billing codes for accuracy.
- Generated reports on outstanding invoices, payments made, credits issued.
- Prepared and updated vendor files, tax documents and insurance information.
- Coded invoices to maintain organized and accurate records.
- Matched orders with invoices and recorded required information.
- Processed 1099 forms at year end ensuring accuracy of data reported.
- Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision.
- Processed weekly check runs ensuring accurate coding of expenses to the general ledger.
Education
High School Diploma -
Passaic Valley Regional High School
Little Falls, NY06-1999
Skills
- 10-key proficiency
- Statement preparation
- Reporting analysis
- GL and journal entries
- Revenue tracking
- Transfer pricing
- Expense tracking
- Statement reviewing
- Accounts payable
- Accounts receivable
- Bank reconciliation
- Account reconciliation
- Report preparation
- Vendor relationship management
- File management
- General ledger management
Volunteer Experience
Board Member, Youth Football & Cheer Program
Hopatcong, NJ January 2024 - Present
- Collaborated with a team of board members to oversee the operations of the youth sports program, including budgeting, fundraising, and event planning.
- Coordinated with coaches and parents to ensure smooth communication and a positive experience for participants.
- Led initiatives to recruit volunteers and raise funds for program development and equipment.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accounting Specialist
C.I.E Tours International Inc
02.2020 - Current
Senior Accounts Payable
Alex Brands
04.2017 - 02.2020
High School Diploma -
Passaic Valley Regional High School
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