Sandesh Wani
Huntersville,NC
Summary
Hardworking Senior Project Accountant proficient in overseeing team operations, implementing improvements, and reducing delinquency. Expertise in producing reports, evaluating department operations, and handling month- and year-end closings. Excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Resourceful Accounting professional with five years of experience in audit preparation and reporting. Seasoned auditing professional knowledgeable about risk aversion strategies, cost reduction options, and financial processes. Decisive and persuasive communication style. Strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence. Organized and dependable candidate who successfully manages multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals and contribute thoroughly with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Accountant
HDR Engineering, Inc.
06.2024 - Current
- Ensured compliance with GAAP, Arriba, Sarbanes-Oxley, and other relevant regulations through diligent documentation and internal controls.
- Managed complex billing arrangements for multiple projects, resulting in prompt payment from clients.
- Increased efficiency in expense processing through automation of approval workflows within the accounting system.
- Reduced budget discrepancies by conducting thorough variance analyses and reconciling accounts timely.
- Advanced Excel (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, Macros, Calculations).
- Implemented a robust system for tracking fixed assets across various projects, ensuring accurate depreciation calculations
- and asset disposals were recorded correctly.
- Collaborated closely with project managers to ensure proper allocation of resources and adherence to budgets.
- Contributed to successful completion of high-profile projects through strong financial management and timely communication of potential risks.
- Improved cash flow management, ensuring timely invoicing and collection of receivables.
- Supported external audit efforts by preparing accurate schedules, facilitating communication, and addressing auditor inquiries efficiently.
- Streamlined financial reporting processes by implementing efficient accounting software and procedures.
- Expedited month-end close processes by streamlining reconciliations and intercompany transactions.
- Mentored junior accountants, providing guidance on best practices in project accounting and fostering professional growth.
- Monitored project costs, developed job cost forecasts, managed cash flow and approved invoices for payment.
- Reviewed and approved timesheets for project employees.
- Assessed and forwarded project overhead estimates in accordance with budgets.
- Contacted customers to immediately find resolutions for escalated issues.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
- Initiated comprehensive account assessments to check viability, stability, and profitability of business operations.
Billing Manager Remote (Utility Expert)
Conservice Utility Management & Billing
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Increased efficiency in billing processes by implementing new software and automating routine tasks.
- Reduced errors and discrepancies in invoicing by closely monitoring billing data and conducting regular audits.
- Streamlined communication with clients by establishing clear expectations for payment terms and resolving disputes promptly.
- Working as a professional utility expert.
- Process vendors' payments through multiple channels.
- Communicate with vendors and clients via email or phone about their billing issues.
- Coding and ensuring the accuracy of invoices.
- Processes all incoming payments in our accounting system through the Jira platform.
- Using multiple latest software like Sage, Foundations, QuickBooks, MS Office Suit, Streams, Obi-van, Yoda, and Google Smart Sheets.
- Communicate with customers/vendors to collect payment for services.
- Maintained clients' documentation on shared secured networks.
- Training freshers for data entries and multiple software-related tasks.
- Playing senior roles and performing other duties as assigned by management.
Billing Specialist AP/AR (Remote) PAPA INC.
PAPA INC.
10.2019 - 03.2022
- Audited and corrected billing and posting documents for accuracy on the Jira platform.
- Reviewed and reconciled employees' accounts to manage the accuracy of payments.
- Simplified complex billing procedures for clients by creating easy-to-understand documentation and training materials.
- Generated and submitted invoices based on established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
- Handled account payments and provided information regarding outstanding balances.
- Utilized various software programs to process customer payments.
- Generated accounts payable reports for management review to aid in financial and business decision-making.
- Prepared and submitted monthly billing reports to management for financial overview.
- Strengthened client relationships through effective communication regarding billing issues and concerns.
- Contributed to improved financial reporting by reconciling discrepancies between invoiced amounts and actual payments received.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer Science And Programming
Oakland Community College
05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Print Technology
PVG'S COET
05.2007
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Willing to Learn
- Problem-solving abilities
- Purchase Order Management
- Payroll Processing
- Accounts receivable management
- ERP Systems Expertise
- Financial Reporting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Audit Support
- Relationship Building
- Decision-Making
- Customer Service
- Prioritizing and Planning
- Proactive and Focused
- Critical Thinking
- Cost Control
- Budget Analysis
- Internal Controls
- Contract Review
- Project Accounting
- Income Statement Analysis
Certification
Basic Accounting, PL/SQL (Oracle).
Timeline
Senior Project Accountant
HDR Engineering, Inc.
06.2024 - Current
Billing Manager Remote (Utility Expert)
Conservice Utility Management & Billing
03.2022 - 05.2024
Billing Specialist AP/AR (Remote) PAPA INC.
PAPA INC.
10.2019 - 03.2022
Associate of Science - Computer Science And Programming
Oakland Community College
Bachelor of Science - Print Technology
PVG'S COET
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