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Sandra Espinoza

Brownwood,TX

Summary

Seasoned Accountant with a proven track record of enhancing financial accuracy and efficiency for clients, including a notable tenure at Weldon Stark, CPA. Expert in GAAP compliance and Quickbooks, I excel in financial statement preparation and payroll management, demonstrating exceptional analytical skills and a commitment to integrity in all transactions.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Accountant

Self-employeed
Brownwood, TX
04.2022 - Current
  • Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
  • Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
  • Prepared monthly closing entries for multiple companies' books of records.
  • Performed general ledger reconciliations on a timely basis.
  • Reported on financial results including balance sheets, income statements, cash flow statements.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles guidelines.
  • Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
  • Reviewed financial information detailing assets, liabilities, and capital.
  • Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
  • Delivered superior level of customer service to small business clients.
  • Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.

Accounting Bookkeeper

Weldon Stark, CPA
Brownwood, TX
07.2001 - 04.2022
  • Maintained and reconciled general ledger accounts.
  • Prepared bank deposits and recorded cash receipts.
  • Conducted monthly reconciliation of bank statements.
  • Assisted in the preparation of financial reports including balance sheets, income statements, and statement of cash flows.
  • Inputted journal entries into accounting software system.
  • Reviewed customer account information for accuracy and completeness.
  • Generated monthly financial statements for management review.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable federal regulations relating to bookkeeping practices.
  • Prepared sales tax returns on a quarterly basis.
  • Managed fixed asset records including additions, disposals and depreciation calculations.
  • Verified and posted account transactions to prepare checks and maintain accounting ledgers.
  • Performed basic accounting, payroll and bookkeeping services to manage business operations.
  • Prepared bank reconciliations, managed field audits and reviewed accounting records for accuracy.
  • Entered deposits, credit card charges and sales entries to facilitate cash management.
  • Certified and processed payroll, electronic deposits and pay adjustments while distributing checks.
  • Prepared accurate financial reports each month by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information.
  • Analyzed financial transactions, assigning to specific accounts.
  • Responded to inquiries from IRS, state and other tax authorities to minimize additional interest and penalty charges.
  • Tracked and reported charitable contributions and grants for nonprofit bookkeeping.
  • Updated and maintained depreciation, amortization, and prepayment schedules.
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal government reporting requirements and tax filings.
  • Prepared financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, for review by management.
  • Handled sensitive financial information with confidentiality and integrity.
  • Processed payroll for employees, including calculating wages, deductions, and issuing payments.
  • Reconciled bank statements to internal accounts monthly, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
  • Recorded debit, credit and account transactions in computer spreadsheets and databases.
  • Prepared and processed payroll.
  • Performed bookkeeping and accounting consulting services.
  • Completed and submitted tax forms and returns, workers' comp forms and pension contribution documentation.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Accounting

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
03-2010

Skills

  • GAAP compliance
  • Quickbooks expertise
  • Year-end closing
  • Tax document preparation
  • Accounting
  • General ledger maintenance
  • Financial statements expertise
  • Transaction entry
  • Tax statement preparation
  • Record preparation
  • Accounting operations management
  • Payroll liability and deductions
  • Accounting and bookkeeping
  • Bookkeeping

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Timeline

Accountant

Self-employeed
04.2022 - Current

Accounting Bookkeeper

Weldon Stark, CPA
07.2001 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Science - Business Accounting

University of Phoenix
Sandra Espinoza