Knowledgeable Accountant proficient in laws and procedures governing business operations, tax filings and regulatory compliance. Handles detail-oriented work in methodical and organized fashion. Leverages field expertise, resourcefulness and diligence to make positive impact on business operations.
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Nikeya Elmore
Hope Mills,NC
Summary
Overview
11
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Intuit
Tax Associate
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state, and federal levels.
- Managed over 1000 customer calls and over 50 tax returns during tax season.
- Reviewed and analyzed client data and accurately prepared income tax returns and tax research.
- Reviewed clients' tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
- Prepared tax returns, extensions, tax planning calculations, and write-ups for organizations and entities.
- Offered clients recommendations to reduce tax liabilities.
- Researched complex tax issues utilizing online resources and professional tax software.
- Prepared tax returns for clients in various industries according to government regulations and requirements.
- Secured and properly handled confidential data to protect against unauthorized access, improper transmission, and unapproved disclosure.
- Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
The Law Office Of K.D White
Trust Accountant
01.2022 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled over 10 years of transactions for trust accounts.
- Reduced outstanding checks by 90%.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits, and reconciled accounts.
Centurion Aviation
Finance Manager
08.2015 - 09.2021
Job overview
- Trained new and existing staff members in various financial procedures to prepare for job requirements.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Set up new payroll and accounting software for company. Trained company employee on how to use QuickBooks desktop.
- Reduced errors by 80% from payroll and accounts payable.
- Processed invoices and contacted appropriate parties for timely payment receipt.
- Created organizational structures to improve accounting and finance functions.
- Executed vendor setup and payment, administration of bank accounts, and account reconciliations.
- Educated employees on company policy and kept the employee handbook current.
- Maintained human resources regulatory compliance with local, state, and federal laws.
- Executed financial due diligence tasks daily to maintain optimal company finances.
- Advised management regarding significant expenditures to keep operations in line with budget limitations.
National Guard
Finance Officer
08.2012 - 08.2018
Job overview
- Oversaw change management efforts to support implementation of critical initiatives driving technology, process and culture changes.
- Managed internal and external client-facing relationships through transitional periods.
- Led teams of analysts to evaluate, plan, and execute projects.
- Managed a team of 4 and was project leader for over 10 personnel.
- Created methods to integrate functions, optimize processes, and prepare staff through proactive training.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained a professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Martinrea Fabco
Accounts Receivable Manager
08.2012 - 07.2015
Job overview
- Managed accurate and timely processing of over 300 invoices per month.
- Coordinated accounts payable functions and improved workflow for 3 staff members.
- Closely monitored accounts to post timely payments and resolve billing discrepancies.
- Positively interacted with all partners, employees, and customers using exemplary communication and interpersonal talents.
- Reduced outstanding AR by $920,000 by working with vendors to process outstanding invoices.
- Reconciled daily AR ledger and verified proper posting.
- Verified discrepancies and resolved clients' billing issues
- Processed incoming payments under established financial policies.
- Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve the accuracy of financial reporting.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets, and income statements.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Evaluated and negotiated contracts to procure favorable financial terms.
- Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
- Analyzed business processes to identify cost savings and operational efficiencies.
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management Morrisville, NC
Masters In Accounting And Financial Management from Accounting And Finance
07.2011
University Overview
- Relevant Coursework: Taxation & Business management
DeVry UniversityMorrisville, NC
Bachelor Of Technology from Accounting And Finance
2010
University Overview
Skills
- Federal and State Tax Returns
- General Ledger Reconciliations
- Research and Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Payroll Management
- Account Reconciliation
- Project Management
- State and Local Taxation
- Payroll Taxation
- Report Writing
- Compiling Data
- Coordinating Records
- Account Reconciliation
- Bookkeeping
- Tax Return Preparation
- Staff Development
- Confidential Data Protection
- Due Diligence
- Account Reconciliation
- Bookkeeping
Accomplishments
Accomplishments
- Achieved reduced aging accounts receivable by 1.5 million by clearing outstanding invoices and setting up standards to keep the aging report down with accuracy and efficiency.
- Supervised a team of five staff members.
- Achieved reduced errors by introducing QuickBooks for all accounting and finance tasks.
- Achieved numerous recommendations from highly satisfied customers.
- Completed more than 35 individual tax returns during the 2022 tax season.
- Achieved correcting trust accounts by completing reconciling with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Intuit Certified Bookkeeping Professional License - 2021
- Licensed Public Notary - North Carolina
- QuickBooks Certification - 2024
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Timeline
Tax Associate
Intuit
01.2023 - Current
Trust Accountant
The Law Office Of K.D White
01.2022 - 04.2022
Finance Manager
Centurion Aviation
08.2015 - 09.2021
Finance Officer
National Guard
08.2012 - 08.2018
Accounts Receivable Manager
Martinrea Fabco
08.2012 - 07.2015
Keller Graduate School of Management
Masters In Accounting And Financial Management from Accounting And Finance
DeVry University
Bachelor Of Technology from Accounting And Finance
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