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Ruth Hargrow

Greenbelt,MD

Summary

Experienced accounting professional with a strong focus on maintaining high standards and achieving results. Possess valuable expertise in financial reporting, account reconciliation, and general ledger maintenance. Collaborates effectively within team dynamics and adapts seamlessly to changing needs. Known for being reliable, detail-oriented, and possessing strong analytical skills to drive successful outcomes.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Intern

American Consulting Partners Corporation
08.2023 - Current
  • Compiled monthly journal entries into general ledger system.
  • Entered [Type] data into general ledgers.
  • Assisted with month-end closing and reporting duties.
  • Reconciled balance sheet figures and sought assistance to reduce errors.
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.

Legal Secretary

Slover & Loftus
06.2005 - 06.2010
  • Organized files for court proceedings.
  • Developed and maintained filing and retrieval systems.
  • Created, indexed, and maintained client binders.
  • Worked with outside vendors to coordinate purchasing of supplies and maintenance of office complex.
  • Assisted with preparation of trial materials and documents.
  • Completed data entry of legal documents into electronic filing systems.
  • Created and printed legal documents for attorneys to review.
  • Filed documents with courts on behalf of attorney.

Legal Administrator

Native American Rights Fund
02.1996 - 02.2005
  • Compiled documentation, ensuring accuracy and detail for legal briefs, responses to opposing counsel, motions to court and trial exhibits.
  • Managed administrative tasks for firm partners and associates.
  • Assisted litigation attorneys with research, depositions, trial preparation, discovery and document drafts for court submittal.
  • Maintained litigation docket and calendars for [Number] attorneys, noting deadlines for responsive pleadings, motions and other important deadlines.
  • Answered telephone and coordinated meetings and conferences.
  • Provided administrative support and research for civil litigation and civil proceedings.
  • Provided key administrative assistance to senior management.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Maryland Global Campus
05-2025

Skills

  • Accounting systems management
  • Budget management
  • Accurate reconciliation of accounts
  • Proficient in QuickBooks Online

Timeline

Accounting Intern

American Consulting Partners Corporation
08.2023 - Current

Legal Secretary

Slover & Loftus
06.2005 - 06.2010

Legal Administrator

Native American Rights Fund
02.1996 - 02.2005

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Maryland Global Campus
Ruth Hargrow