RICHARD LAMB JR
Warrenville,IL
Summary
Detail-driven accounting professional experienced in examining and analyzing accounting records, financial statements and financial reports to assess accuracy and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and standards. Proven to analyze accounting processes, identify deficiencies and formulate and implement corrective action plans to achieve compliance and mitigate risk.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Client Manager & Staff Accountant
Lauterbach & Amen LLP
03.2021 - Current
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Helped with preparation of year-end and statutory accounts to compare past reports.
- Participated in internal and external audit processes to establish accurate financial records and comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
- Executed financial reporting, managing prepaid accounts, schedules, reconciliations, event settlements, and month-end accruals.
- Built client relationships by responding to inquiries, identifying and assessing clients' needs, resolving problems, and following up with potential and existing clients.
- Maintained detailed records of all client interactions, ensuring accuracy in reporting and facilitating clear communication across teams involved in each project or campaign execution.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving communication among team members.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
Accounts Payable Specialist
Jones Lang Lasalle - JLL
12.2019 - 02.2021
- Apply proper codes to invoices, files and receipts in order to keep records organized and easily searchable
- Submit invoices based upon established accounts' schedules and terms
- Reach out to vendors and customers to verify and follow up on payment information
- Operate, maintain, and upload invoices to various accounting systems (Nuveen, PayScan, etc.)
- Assist with EIP Payables Department accounting activities as needed in an efficient, yet diligent manner.
Crew Leader/Crew Trainer
Burbank Park District
05.2016 - 08.2019
- Directed others to various projects throughout the course of the years
- Offered specific training programs to help employees maintain and improve job skills
- Completed all repairs and maintenance work to company standards
- Took care of facility equipment, grounds, roads and fences.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Accounting -
Illinois State University
Normal, IL12.2019
Associate of Science in Accounting -
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, IL05.2017
Skills
- Monthly Account / Bank Reconciliation
- Monthly / Quarterly / Year-End Reports
- Financial Acumen
- Client Services
- Team Oversight
- Positive Minded
Timeline
Client Manager & Staff Accountant
Lauterbach & Amen LLP
03.2021 - Current
Accounts Payable Specialist
Jones Lang Lasalle - JLL
12.2019 - 02.2021
Crew Leader/Crew Trainer
Burbank Park District
05.2016 - 08.2019
Associate of Science in Accounting -
Moraine Valley Community College
Bachelor of Science in Accounting -
Illinois State University
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