Sara Tupa
Moorhead,MN
Summary
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Accountant
Greater Minnesota Community services
Moorhead, MN
12.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted with the preparation of quarterly tax returns for all states where company had employees.
- Maintained employee records and updated information in the payroll system.
- Processed payroll for 35 employees on a biweekly basis.
- Reconciled discrepancies between payroll systems and general ledger accounts.
Staff Accountant
Beacon Group, Inc.
Tucson, AZ
01.2016 - 03.2021
- Prepared monthly balance sheet reconciliations for review by management.
- Generated financial reports for management review including income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement..
- Performed variance analysis to compare budgeted figures against actuals, highlighting areas of concern.
- Researched complex transactions to ensure proper classification within the general ledger accounts.
- Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
- Coordinated with external auditors, facilitating the audit process.
- Tracked fixed assets including purchase dates and costs; calculated depreciation amounts and recorded disposals.
- Prepared ad-hoc financial reports and analyses for senior management to support strategic decision-making.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Facilitated communication between the accounting department and external auditors during annual audits.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline accounting processes.
Accounting Assistant
Beacon Group, Inc.
Tucson, AZ
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Assisted with accounts receivable activities such as invoicing, collections, and deposits.
- Reviewed customer accounts to ensure accuracy of billing information and payment terms.
- Answered questions from customers regarding their billing or payment status.
- Reconciled bank statements and resolved discrepancies to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Performed credit checks on new clients and set up payment terms.
- Reconciled monthly benefit statements from vendors to ensure accuracy of information in the payroll system.
- Created, organized, and maintained employee personnel files to keep sensitive data secure.
- Updated HR databases with employee changes in position, salary, and personal information.
- Maintained employee records in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Accounting -
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ05-2019
Associate of Applied Science in Accounting -
Minnesota State Community And Technical College
Moorhead, MN01-2007
Skills
- Sage
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Pivot Tables
- Balance Sheet Reconciliation
- General Ledger Accounting/Journal Entries
- Financial Statement Preparation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Payroll Accountant
Greater Minnesota Community services
12.2023 - 07.2024
Staff Accountant
Beacon Group, Inc.
01.2016 - 03.2021
Accounting Assistant
Beacon Group, Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science in Accounting -
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Applied Science in Accounting -
Minnesota State Community And Technical College
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