Sekoya Smith
YBM Group
LASVEGAS,NV
11
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented accounting professional with extensive experience in full cycle accounting and bank reconciliation. Proven expertise in conducting financial audits and managing accounts receivable. Demonstrated ability to ensure accurate month-end closing activities, contributing to financial integrity and compliance.
Work History
Senior Staff Accountant
1 Year 6 Months- Conducted financial audits to ensure regulatory compliance and accuracy of financial records.
- Performed month-end closing activities, generating comprehensive financial reports for stakeholders.
- Managed accounts receivable processes, streamlining customer invoicing and payment applications.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable functions to ensure timely transaction processing.
- Prepared monthly reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and balance sheet accounts.
- Compiled journal entries to maintain accurate general ledger records and uphold financial integrity.
- Researched complex transactions for proper classification within general ledger accounts.
- Voided outdated checks to maintain accuracy in financial documentation.
Staff Accountant
10 Months- Processed all bill payments, ensuring timely and accurate transactions.
- Reviewed accounts payable invoices for accuracy, facilitating error-free payment processing.
- Executed weekly check runs, wire payments, and ACH transactions to ensure timely cash flow management.
- Reconciled bank accounts, company credit card, and petty cash efficiently.
- Created budget variance reports to support management in data-driven decision-making.
- Conducted monthly audits on W-9 and licensing packets for compliance.
- Registered new vendors in QuickBooks to streamline vendor management process.
- Entered sales and purchase orders daily to maintain accurate records.
Staff Accountant
3 Years 7 Months- Remote and Hybrid
- Maintained general ledger accounts by accurately tracking payables and receivables to support financial reporting.
- Prepared journal entries for general ledger to uphold financial integrity.
- Executed account reconciliations for bank accounts to enhance accuracy and ensure timely financial reporting.
- Processed check runs for treasury payroll vendors and bank deposits, supporting efficient cash flow management.
- Created invoices for accounts receivable and marketing to facilitate revenue recognition.
- Assisted in preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual closings for audits to ensure compliance and enhance financial transparency.
Accounts Payable Rep. III
2 Years 8 Months- Processed high-volume travel expenses, purchase orders, and invoicing journal entries weekly, ensuring timely payments and maintaining accurate financial records.
- Reviewed and reconciled vendor invoices for accuracy prior to payment processing, ensuring error-free transactions and enhancing vendor relationships.
- Researched and resolved invoice discrepancies with vendors, fostering clear communication and reducing payment delays.
- Approved cash advances and travel requests, ensuring compliance with vendor accounts and maintaining accurate financial records.
- Responded to all accounts payable inquiries via email, in person, or phone.
- Trained and supervised new employees and student workers effectively.
- Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local regulations through diligent reporting.
- Set up new vendors in accounting system, verifying all necessary documentation.
Education
High School Diploma
Associates Degree - Accounting
Skills
Financial Reporting Software
Accounting Software
QuickBooks Accounting Software
Financial Data Analysis
Bank Reconciliation Systems
Accounts payable management
Audit compliance
Financial Documentation
Month-end closing
Year-end closing
General ledger maintenance
Ledger Reconciliation
Account balancing
Cash Flow Management
Inventory management
Vendor Management
Regulatory compliance
GAAP compliance
Accounting practices
Financial auditing
Data Accuracy
Data Entry Management
HRIS
Payroll Processing
PeopleSoft
Workday
Kronos
Issue Tracking System
Learning Management System
Document Management
Communication Management
Microsoft Word
Excel
Outlook
AS 400
Project management
Inventory Control
Accounts management
Task Prioritization
Problem resolution
Process Optimization
Accounting Standards Compliance
Task Prioritization
Problem resolution
Process Optimization
Account balancing
Ledger management
Excel
Timeline
Senior Staff Accountant
YBM Group
11.2024 - 05.2026Read More
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Bear Roots
05.2023 - 03.2024Read More
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Allegiant Airline
06.2019 - 01.2023Read More
Accounts Payable Rep. III
UNLV
08.2015 - 04.2018Read More
College of Southern Nevada
Associates Degree from Accounting
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Cheyenne High School
High School Diploma
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