Petal Sharp
Rochester,NY
Summary
Dynamic Staff Accountant with extensive experience at Lu Engineers, excelling in financial reporting and account reconciliation. Proven track record in cost analysis and audit support, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and effective communication. Adept at streamlining processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency, contributing to improved financial outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
STAFF Accountant
Lu Engineers
02.2024 - Current
- Prepared reconciliations for financial accounts, including prepaids, fixed assets, bank accounts and credit cards
- Performed year-end close activities such as accruals, amortization and allocations
- Managed accounts receivable activities such as invoicing customers and applying payments received
- Performed cost analysis for various projects and initiatives
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive records and supporting audit activities
Staff Accountant
Finger Lakes Castle
05.2023 - 09.2023
- In-house bookkeeper for a manufacturing company
- Maintained financial books, tracked expenses, prepared, and submitted invoices, and oversaw payroll
- Reconciled accounts
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Lewis Tree Service, Inc.
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Researched discrepancies between customer payments and open invoices
- Collaborated with other accounting team members on special projects as needed
Accounts Payable Coordinator
CleanCraft LLC
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Reduced late payment fees through timely and accurate invoice management.
- Facilitated timely payments by monitoring accounts payable aging reports and prioritizing high-risk items.
- Increased efficiency of accounts payable team by providing guidance, training, and support to staff members.
Accounts Payable Clerk - Contract
Barilla America
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment in SAP
- Prepared vendor invoices for SAP scan for payment
- Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Ziebart
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Ensured timely payments for all invoices, maintaining strong relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Reduced invoice processing time with accurate data entry and timely vendor communication.
- Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
Account Specialist II
D4, LLC
06.2016 - 05.2018
- Managed multiple accounts simultaneously, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail; including bookkeeping for numerous business entities.
- Reviewed account activity to assess financial status and evaluate discrepancies, weekly.
- Analyzed financial data and generated accurate, insightful reports for management like P&L Reports for all branches, monthly
- Reconciled corporate credit card account, consisting of approximately 55 expense accounts.
Payroll Specialist II
Custom Accounting Services
11.2013 - 01.2015
- Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 80 companies to comply with predetermined company guidelines.
Bookkeeper
Fowler's Marina
11.2011 - 11.2013
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and cash receipts. Reconciled Floor Plan to Inventory.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable activities, maintaining vendor relationships and positive cash flow.
- Handled payroll processing for employees, ensuring timely payment and adherence to tax regulations.
- Monitored incoming payments from clients, ensuring prompt application of funds against outstanding invoices.
Office Assistant
Fowler Farms, Inc.
03.2008 - 07.2009
- Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
- Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
- Assisted in financial tasks such as invoicing, expense tracking, and bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting, Business Administration
SUNY Oswego
Oswego, NY06.2012
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE - ACCOUNTING
Finger Lakes Community College
Canandaigua, NY06.2006
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Account Reconciliation
- Journal Entries
- Cost Analysis
- Audit Support
- Time Management
Timeline
STAFF Accountant
Lu Engineers
02.2024 - Current
Staff Accountant
Finger Lakes Castle
05.2023 - 09.2023
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Lewis Tree Service, Inc.
04.2022 - 04.2023
Accounts Payable Coordinator
CleanCraft LLC
10.2021 - 01.2022
Accounts Payable Clerk - Contract
Barilla America
08.2021 - 10.2021
Accounts Payable Specialist
Ziebart
01.2021 - 06.2021
Account Specialist II
D4, LLC
06.2016 - 05.2018
Payroll Specialist II
Custom Accounting Services
11.2013 - 01.2015
Bookkeeper
Fowler's Marina
11.2011 - 11.2013
Office Assistant
Fowler Farms, Inc.
03.2008 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Science - Accounting, Business Administration
SUNY Oswego
ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE - ACCOUNTING
Finger Lakes Community College
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