Sarah Gintert
Warren,OH
Summary
Results-driven finance and administrative professional experienced in financial statement review, auditing and reporting. Well-versed in producing reports, evaluating department operations and handling month- and year-end closings. Meticulous, conscientious and methodical in approach. Highly detail-oriented and organized with excellent planning and communication skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager of Finance & Administration
P & S Equities, Inc.
06.2020 - Current
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing and accurate recordkeeping.
- Collaborated closely with external tax accountants during annual tax season, facilitating a smooth tax process each year.
- Drove operational efficiency within the administration team through continuous process improvement initiatives.
- Played an integral role in long-term strategic planning efforts, using financial modeling techniques to project future performance accurately.
- Ensured timely completion of month-end close activities while maintaining strict adherence to accounting standards.
- Coordinated with various departments to develop annual budgets, monitoring expenditures throughout the year.
- Managed financial reporting for accurate decision-making and strategic planning.
- Prepared comprehensive financial statements for executive review, highlighting key performance indicators.
- Prepared and posted receipts and deposits to facilitate standard bookkeeping.
- Reconciled accounts and investigated variances.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Supported management with special projects and additional job duties.
- Managed the commercial tenant process in the company property management software ensuring accuracy in lease dates, recurring charges, and tenant information
- Prepared quarterly sales tax returns and filed in a timely manner for appropriate commercial entities
- Prepared year end review and audit files including the accrual of expenses, the entering and calculation of asset depreciation into Sage software, the review of tax returns prepared by external accountants
- Prepared yearly reconciliations of tenant accounts for CAM, real estate taxes, insurance, etc. including the communication and/or collection of any overpayments/amounts due for the prior year
Property Accountant
P & S Equities, Inc.
08.2015 - 06.2020
- Addressed questions from external auditors and provided requested documentation to enable issue resolution.
- Enhanced financial accuracy by reconciling property accounts and identifying discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Analyzed and reported financials for multiple commercial properties annually.
- Assisted property managers with budget preparation, ensuring alignment with financial goals and objectives.
- Prepared for year-end audit cycle by compiling documentation for income statement and balance sheet accounts.
- Reviewed numerous financial statements for accuracy and determined compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
- Prepared insightful variance analyses comparing actual results against budgets, allowing management to make informed decisions regarding property operations.
- Performed electronic banking transactions and completed bank reconciliations to obtain comprehensive picture of organization bank accounts.
- Improved cash flow management by monitoring tenant rent collections and promptly addressing delinquencies.
- Dealt with tenant invoices, balances, and payments for over 300 tenants in 8 multi-tenant residential properties and for over 50 tenants in multi-tenant commercial properties.
- Managed the transition of acquired properties into the company''s accounting system smoothly, minimizing disruptions to ongoing operations.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
Staff Tax Accountant
Black, Bashor & Porsch, LLP
01.2014 - 08.2015
- Examined accounts and records and computed tax returns according to prescribed rates, laws and regulations.
- Prepared federal and state income tax returns for individuals, businesses, trusts, estates and non-profits.
- Audited client financial records to determine tax liability.
- Performed analysis on inventory, accounts receivable and accounts payable balance sheet accounts.
- Recorded, classified and summarized financial transactions and events in accordance with accounting principles.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and loyalty through personalized service.
- Worked closely with colleagues across departments to address complex tax issues collaboratively.
- Provided ongoing support to clients during IRS audits or other inquiries, ensuring positive outcomes whenever possible.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
- Maintained strict confidentiality of client information while delivering exceptional customer service.
- Prepared quarterly federal, state and local payroll tax returns for multiple clients
Inventory Control Analyst
AVI Foodsystems, Inc.
05.2013 - 12.2013
- Verified shipments of products from 12 assigned branches by checking physical receipts to amounts purchased and entered into inventory control software.
- Conducted root cause analyses for discrepancies in inventory records, implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Worked with different departments to keep inventory controlled according to established procedures.
- Conducted monthly counts of inventory at different locations.
- Recorded information, shortages, and discrepancies to keep records current and accurate.
- Analyzed inventory trends to identify and prepare for potential issues and discrepancies.
- Communicated with assigned branches in regards to inventory or cash shortage to determine whether fraud needed to be investigated.
- Completed inventory analysis on assigned branches by firm deadline in order to meet sales tax deadline prepared by tax department.
Office Assistant
Youngstown State University
02.2005 - 12.2012
- Completed clerical tasks such as filing, copying, and distributing mail.
- Interacted with students and visitors by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Managed daily data entry and kept clerical information accurate and up-to-date including the Banner system as needed.
- Maintained confidentiality in handling sensitive information while performing administrative tasks.
- Communicated with campus visitors, students and staff about university policies and procedures as needed.
- Assisted department faculty and staff with special projects and assignments as needed, including a formal accreditation process for one of the department's programs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH12.2012
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Youngstown State University
Youngstown, OH05.2009
Skills
- Accounts Receivable
- Microsoft Excel
- Internal Controls
- Tax Compliance
- Month-end closings
- Bank Reconciliation
- Discrepancy investigations
- Financial analysis and reporting
- Accounting management
- Budget Planning
- Collections Actions
- AMSI Property Management Software
Affiliations
- Alpha Omicron Pi Fraternity-Alumnae
Additional Information
Ohio Notary Public-Commission Expires November 2028
Timeline
Manager of Finance & Administration
P & S Equities, Inc.
06.2020 - Current
Property Accountant
P & S Equities, Inc.
08.2015 - 06.2020
Staff Tax Accountant
Black, Bashor & Porsch, LLP
01.2014 - 08.2015
Inventory Control Analyst
AVI Foodsystems, Inc.
05.2013 - 12.2013
Office Assistant
Youngstown State University
02.2005 - 12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Youngstown State University
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Youngstown State University
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