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Modupe Sowande

Bowie,MD

Summary

Detail-oriented Senior Accountant focused on improving company financial operations and streamlining processes using effective leadership, planning and decision-making abilities.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Staff Accountant

C-SPAN
06.2021 - Current
  • Prepare monthly bank reconciliations; adjusting journal entries; ensure accurate and efficient accounting while managing all financial aspects of the daily operations
  • Manage capital assets, including inventory, servicing new assets, monthly reconciliation of 15 capital assets accounts
  • Prepare monthly reconciliation of over 20 accounts, including monthly prepaid accounts analysis & amortizations
  • Assist with biweekly payroll, create payroll journal, enter payroll taxes; review and ensure accurate payroll entries are posted to trial balance
  • Prepare monthly allocations for health accounts per respective departments
  • Ensure accuracy of revenue and expense accounts by conducting monthly account review and analysis
  • Manage and support two junior accountants and provide them with accounting advice.

Staff Accountant

FOX Architects
12.2018 - 09.2020
  • Managed the monthly invoicing process; collaborated with project managers; ensured all invoices are sent to clients, also ensure accuracy of all invoices according to contracts and accounting/company policies
  • Managed accounts payable & accounts receivable functions including reviewing and processing payments to consultants and vendors, prepared monthly reports for review and analysis with supervisors
  • Reconciled discrepancies between accounts payable, accounts receivable and general ledger accounts
  • Monitored collection of accounts receivable, issued statement of accounts and promptly communicated with clients regarding past due payments
  • Streamlined accounting processes to reduce work paper and document requirements
  • Supported controller in month and year end closing preparation, review and implementation.

Project Manager

HealthStar Informatics
09.2018 - 12.2018
  • Worked closely with the federal government on a contractual position, managed and supervised the team at the federal agency work site
  • Maintained deadlines on the deliverables and communicated on an on-going basis with the contractors, federal staff, and any internal and external customers
  • Maintained and reviewed project reports; provided reviewed reports to federal supervisors on a monthly basis
  • Maintained and updated standard of operating procedures, detailing the various project functions, processes and duties
  • Provided human resources guidance, on-boarding process and timekeeper functions to the contractors
  • Established receivables; conduct due diligence on established debts; prepared and monitored letters and statements; and, performed debt calculations in excel and/or other software
  • Performed financial statement reviews; negotiated and prepared repayment plans and settlement agreements.

Project Accountant

Enclude Holding
11.2015 - 09.2018
  • Managed the full accounting cycle and all financial aspects of all assigned projects; including time and expenses tracking and recording, client invoicing, collections and reporting
  • Prepared journal entries, completed general ledger operations, and recorded intercompany transactions related to assigned projects
  • Assisted the Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable function in maintaining accurate and up to date detailed ledgers; Prepared invoices for assigned projects according to contract and client’s invoicing schedule and requirements
  • Maintained project budgets, review and provide analysis; Ensured financial control procedures and systems are followed
  • Assisted in the monthly closing process, financial statements preparation, and other reporting that may be required by management and clients
  • Maintained Accounting/Company system; Contributed to the development of a financial procedural manual used by staff and external auditors.

Education

Masters of Business Administration -

University of Maryland University College
Adelphi, MD
03.2018

Bachelor of Science, Accounting -

Bowie State University
Bowie, MD
12.2013

Skills

  • Payroll Review
  • Expense Tracking
  • Financial Statement Review
  • Account Updates
  • General Ledger Management
  • Account Reconciliation
  • Fixed Asset Management
  • Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
  • Expertise in [Microsoft AX, Microsoft Business Dynamics]
  • General Ledger Accounting
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Financial Analysis
  • Month-End Closing

Objective Summary

Highly motivated, organized, and results-driven accounting professional with expert proficiency in managing all aspects of financial operations in a dynamic, fast paced environment. Hardworking and reliable with outstanding problem solving and analytical skills. Well-versed in accounting regulations, standard practices and confidentiality issues.

Qualifications And Technical Skills

  • Strong organizational, oral, interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Ability to work with diverse staff, independently and as a contributing team member.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, research, technical, mathematical and analytical skills.
  • Self-motivated, enthusiastic and hard working with high ethical standards.
  • Proven ability to work under stressful situations efficiently and meet deadlines
  • Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
  • Knowledge of Federal and State Tax Laws.
  • CPA – In progress
  • Detail Oriented, organized and strong ability to develop and manage spreadsheets.
  • High-level proficiency in computer applications including Deltek and Microsoft Office.

References Available

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Citizenship

United States

Timeline

Senior Staff Accountant

C-SPAN
06.2021 - Current

Staff Accountant

FOX Architects
12.2018 - 09.2020

Project Manager

HealthStar Informatics
09.2018 - 12.2018

Project Accountant

Enclude Holding
11.2015 - 09.2018

Masters of Business Administration -

University of Maryland University College

Bachelor of Science, Accounting -

Bowie State University

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