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Patricia R Vesely

Brookfield,CT

Summary

With over 20 years of accounting and finance experience, I am a Senior Accountant with a strong business acumen. Excels in conducting balance sheet and P&L analysis, preparing budgets and projections. Extensive knowledge of payroll administration for identifying and implementing process improvements effectively. Possesses excellent time management skills, prioritizing multiple tasks and responsibilities while consistently meeting deadlines. The ability to relate well with individuals at all levels enhances the efficiency and performance of any company. Consistently achieved targets in competitive environments. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and various accounting and finance programs, well-equipped to contribute to the organization's success.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Accountant

Shalik Morris & Company, LLP
06.2015 - Current
  • Performed advanced reviews of business operational trends and expected obligations to prepare exact forecasts.
  • Manage various accounting services for company's clients including reviews and adjustments of clients' financials.
  • Prepare quarterly and annual compilation financial statements.
  • Prepare payrolls and file quarterly payroll tax returns & annual w2 filings; sales tax returns filings; salary compensation schedules as well as federal and state individual, business & partnership returns.
  • Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
  • Prepared accounts for industry audits and supported audit processes while working with auditors to prepare audits and ensure compliance with governmental tax guidelines.
  • Supported monthly general ledger closing activities, including preparing journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Gathered and analyzed employee, department, and company-wide financial information and reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
  • Set up and improve accounting systems processes to meet business needs and maximize efficiency of operations.
  • Represented clients in communication with tax authorities and supplied knowledgeable litigation support to resolve financial issues.
  • Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
  • Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
  • Reduced errors in financial statements through stringent review procedures and regular reconciliation of accounts.
  • Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
  • Provided timely and accurate financial reporting to senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on reliable data.
  • Updated general ledger with latest entries.
  • Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.

Senior Accountant

Malakoff Wasserman & Pecker, CPA PC
09.1998 - 06.2015

Merged with Shalik Morris & Company LLP June 2015.

  • Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
  • Decreased financial discrepancies, thoroughly investigating and resolving any variances in account balances.
  • Conducted monthly reconciliations for all bank accounts to ensure financial integrity.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.

Education

QuickBooks Advanced ProAdvisor -

Intuit

Bachelor - Business Administration, Accounting

Hofstra University
Hempstead
12-2002

Skills

  • External/Internal Auditing Strong analytical skills Financial statement review
  • Audit preparation Bank reconciliation Payroll processing
  • General ledger accounting Fixed asset accounting Financial reporting
  • Payroll systems Multi-tasking Clients relations

Timeline

Senior Accountant

Shalik Morris & Company, LLP
06.2015 - Current

Senior Accountant

Malakoff Wasserman & Pecker, CPA PC
09.1998 - 06.2015

QuickBooks Advanced ProAdvisor -

Intuit

Bachelor - Business Administration, Accounting

Hofstra University
Patricia R Vesely