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NATALYA KOLLAR

Clairton,Pennsylvania

Summary

Highly skilled in both accounting and auditing, with broad experience managing financial records, conducting audits, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Strong analytical skills to evaluate data accuracy and integrity, coupled with proficiency in various accounting software. Successfully improved financial reporting processes in previous roles, leading to enhanced efficiency and reliability of financial information.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Accountant

Duldul LLC Factory Tires
Pittsburgh, PA
09.2023 - Current
  • Wrote reports, authored papers and organized supporting documentation.
  • Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.
  • Liaised with auditors to complete annual audits and maintain compliance with local, state and federal requirements.
  • Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
  • Maximized tax refunds by striving to obtain taxable income, deductible expenses and allowance details.
  • Mitigated annual audit risks and developed final certification reports for small businesses.

Chief Accountant

ZS-GROUP LLC
Almaty, Kazakhstan
11.2016 - 06.2023
  • Analyzed financial data to identify trends, variances and discrepancies while providing corrective action plans when necessary.
  • Assisted in developing internal controls to minimize risk and improve efficiency throughout organization.
  • Provided training and guidance to junior staff members on various aspects of accounting processes.
  • Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
  • Diminished financial discrepancies and accurately reconciled accounts using detailed data analysis results.
  • Minimized internal accounting department backlogs by updating accounts and generating reports.
  • Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.
  • Wrote reports, authored papers and organized supporting documentation.
  • Liaised with auditors to complete annual audits and maintain compliance with local, state and federal requirements.
  • Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.

Chief Accountant

Kazakhmys Corporation, LLC
Almaty, Kazakhstan
12.2011 - 09.2016
  • Analyzed financial data to identify trends, variances and discrepancies while providing corrective action plans when necessary.
  • Provided training and guidance to junior staff members on various aspects of accounting processes.
  • Assisted in developing internal controls to minimize risk and improve efficiency throughout organization.
  • Supervised the day-to-day operations of the accounting department including accounts payable and receivable and payroll processing.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing financial results on a monthly basis.
  • Managed the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts in accordance with company policies.

Senior Accountant

Construction Company Bazis, LLC
Almaty, Kazakhstan
11.2008 - 11.2011
  • Maintained detailed records of account transactions, including invoices, payments, and journal entries.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of relevant accounting standards and regulations.
  • Analyzed general ledger accounts for accuracy and completeness on a regular basis.
  • Prepared monthly financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements.
  • Monitored accounts payable activity to ensure accuracy and timeliness of payment processing.
  • Created new procedures for more efficient workflow within the department.
  • Reconciled bank statements to general ledgers on a monthly basis.
  • Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.
  • Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
  • Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
  • Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.

Assistant Accountant

Koktem LLC
Almaty
06.2004 - 10.2008
  • Processed accounts payable and receivable invoices in an accurate manner according to company policy.
  • Managed daily banking transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, and transfers.
  • Monitored cash flow activities and forecast future cash requirements.
  • Reconciled bank statements and resolved discrepancies in a timely manner.
  • Performed month-end close procedures such as journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Prepared account analysis and reconciliation, including bank statements and intercompany general ledger accounts.

Education

CPE - Accounting And Audit

Intuit
01-2024

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Audit

Narxoz University
Almaty, Kazakhstan
06-2005

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting And Audit

Courses in Senior Accounting
Almaty,Kazakhstan

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting and Audit

QuickBooks Online

Skills

  • Regulatory reporting
  • GAAP compliance
  • ERP system expertise
  • Internal controls auditing
  • Internal controls
  • Data integrity
  • Fixed asset accounting
  • Tax return preparation
  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • Full-cycle accounting
  • Audit support

Languages

Russian
Native/ Bilingual
English
Limited

Timeline

Chief Accountant

Duldul LLC Factory Tires
09.2023 - Current

Chief Accountant

ZS-GROUP LLC
11.2016 - 06.2023

Chief Accountant

Kazakhmys Corporation, LLC
12.2011 - 09.2016

Senior Accountant

Construction Company Bazis, LLC
11.2008 - 11.2011

Assistant Accountant

Koktem LLC
06.2004 - 10.2008

CPE - Accounting And Audit

Intuit

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Audit

Narxoz University

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting And Audit

Courses in Senior Accounting

Some College (No Degree) - Accounting and Audit

QuickBooks Online
NATALYA KOLLAR