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Osaya Lalane

Orlando

Summary

Professional accounting leader with focus on financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and team collaboration. Successfully guided teams to improve financial processes and enhance accuracy in reporting. Strong analytical abilities and strategic mindset enhance decision-making and performance. Known for fostering collaborative environments and adapting to evolving business needs while maintaining high standards.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Manager

ISGF
03.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw weekly payroll processing for 100+ temporary employees across multiple companies, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
  • Created and implemented SOPs for daily/weekly/monthly tasks, improving consistency and reducing errors.
  • Introduced a task/project management system to keep the accounting team aligned with deadlines.
  • Built Excel workbooks to reconcile payroll and billing totals, achieving 100% accuracy in weekly payroll reconciliations.
  • Utilized QuickBooks accounting extensions to streamline recurring reports and expedite monthly allocations.
  • Managed weekly payroll journal uploads and accruals for commissions, payroll liabilities, and government sick/vacation hours.
  • Trained and supervised 2 payroll clerks while managing 3 additional team members, ensuring accurate and efficient payroll cycles.

Interim Controller

ISGF
07.2024 - 10.2024
  • Directed a team of 4 accounting staff, overseeing AR/AP, journal entries, and financial reporting.
  • Entered and reviewed monthly journal entries including depreciation, prepaid expenses, and accruals.
  • Conducted P&L and balance sheet reviews to ensure financial accuracy and compliance.
  • Maintained full oversight of payroll operations, stepping in to process payroll cycles when needed.
  • Developed and documented payroll SOPs during training to guarantee process continuity and compliance.

Owner / Accounting Consultant

Profits Blossom Bookkeeping
08.2021 - 05.2024
  • Founded and managed a bookkeeping firm serving 17 clients, specializing in construction/trades and real estate investors.
  • Reduced client overhead expenses by an average of 10% by identifying unnecessary and forgotten costs.
  • Implemented streamlined workflows that delivered financials by the 10th of each month, improving client decision-making.
  • Supervised a small team including one subcontractor and one overseas employee, ensuring quality control and timely deliverables.
  • Leveraged QuickBooks, onboarding platforms, and automation tools to cut administrative workload and improve financial reporting accuracy.
  • Built long-term client relationships by delivering tailored accounting solutions that enhanced transparency and profitability.

01.2014 - 01.2019
  • Held bookkeeping and cost accounting roles across healthcare, construction, automotive, and service industries. Responsibilities included: Full-cycle bookkeeping (AP/AR, payroll, reconciliations, journal entries), month-end close, cost accounting, compliance reporting, system setup, vendor management, and financial reporting. Supported small and mid-sized businesses with accurate records, process improvements, and cash flow management.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Phoenix
05.2023

Skills

  • Multi-Entity Accounting & Consolidations
  • Financial Reporting & Month-End Close
  • Payroll Management (100 Employees)
  • DCAA / Government Contract Compliance (Gov-Con)
  • AP/AR & Cash Flow Management
  • Budgeting, Forecasting & Allocations
  • QuickBooks
  • Salesforce (TargetRecruit)
  • ISolved Payroll
  • Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
  • Process Automation & SOP Development
  • Leadership
  • Training & Team Supervision

Websites

Timeline

Interim Controller

ISGF
07.2024 - 10.2024

Accounting Manager

ISGF
03.2024 - Current

Owner / Accounting Consultant

Profits Blossom Bookkeeping
08.2021 - 05.2024

01.2014 - 01.2019

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Phoenix