Sara Cook

- Analyzed financial statement discrepancies, identifying issues, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Reduced errors in financial statements through stringent review procedures and regular reconciliation of accounts.
- Streamlined financial reporting with new accounting software and automated tasks.
- Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Maintained accurate depreciation schedules for fixed assets, coordinating with asset managers for timely recording of acquisitions or disposals.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.

- Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving communication among team members.
- Prepared timely and accurate tax filings, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Streamlined financial reporting processes by implementing automated systems and software.
- Increased accuracy of financial statements through diligent attention to detail and thorough review processes.

- Developed strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders, fostering a positive work environment and seamless communication.
- Exhibited strong attention to detail by consistently identifying and correcting discrepancies in account records, ensuring accurate financial reporting for clients.
- Reduced errors in financial documents by diligently reviewing balance sheets, income statements, and other essential reports before submission.

- Managed a high volume of contracts simultaneously, prioritizing workload effectively to meet deadlines consistently.
- Implemented process improvements that resulted in reduced timeframes for completing contract closeouts without compromising quality or compliance standards.
- Improved organizational understanding of contract requirements by developing concise summaries for relevant stakeholders during the closeout phase.
- Conducted final audits on contracts to ensure all deliverables were met according to established guidelines before closing out agreements.
- Maintained accurate records of contract closeouts, enabling efficient retrieval of information for audits or future reference.

- Developed strong working knowledge of various accounting software programs, optimizing their use for efficient accounts payable processing.
- Contributed to successful implementation of a new ERP system by serving as subject matter expert for the accounts payable module.
- Trained new employees on accounts payable processes, contributing to a seamless integration into the team.
- Served as a key contact person for external vendors, addressing inquiries on payment statuses promptly and professionally.
- Increased visibility into vendor performance through creation of custom reports that tracked key metrics such as average days to pay.
- Maintained internal controls compliance within the accounts payable department by adhering to established policies and procedures.
- Facilitated audits by ensuring availability of appropriate documentation, leading to smoother audit processes and minimal findings.

- Enhanced financial accuracy through diligent reconciliation of vendor statements and company records.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements by providing accurate accounts payable information.
- Contributed to year-end closing process by ensuring all outstanding payables were accurately recorded and settled promptly.
- 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.
- Implemented a new system for organizing physical and electronic records, reducing document retrieval time significantly.

- Optimized departmental processes with the implementation of innovative strategies, resulting in improved efficiency and reduced costs.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making strategies, improving overall business performance.
- Contributed to risk mitigation efforts through careful analysis of potential threats to operations or profitability, recommending appropriate action plans when necessary.
- Played an integral role in launching successful projects by coordinating tasks among team members while adhering closely to established timelines and budgets.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, facilitating effective communication across departments and teams.

- Achieved high levels of client satisfaction through proactive management of account expectations and deliverables.
- Maintained detailed records of all transactions, contracts, correspondence, and other relevant documentation related to international accounts.
- Streamlined payment processes for greater efficiency, reducing errors in invoicing and enhancing cash flow management.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.

- Increased accuracy of expense coding, resulting in improved budget tracking and cost analysis.
- Reconciled vendor statements monthly, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective action as needed.
- Maintained vendor master file, ensuring up-to-date contact information and payment terms.
- Ensured proper approval levels were met for all invoices before processing payments, maintaining internal controls.

- Supported a team of trust officers, enabling them to focus on strengthening client relationships and growing the business.
- Collaborated with legal teams to ensure proper documentation was maintained for each trust account, minimizing risk exposure.
- Streamlined trust administration processes for improved efficiency and accuracy in handling client needs.
- Developed strong working relationships with colleagues across various departments, facilitating seamless coordination on cross-functional projects related to trust administration duties.
- Played an instrumental role in maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements through diligent monitoring of account activities and proactive reporting of discrepancies.
- Provided timely communication with clients, maintaining strong relationships and fostering ongoing collaboration between parties involved in trust matters.