Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
References
Affiliations
Certification
Volunteer Work
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Shakita Sherrod

Buffalo,NY

Summary

As an accountant I manage all forms of financial accounts within my organization. My expertise is in financial analysis, budgeting and problem solving. These are all done by paying close attention to detail to streamline business operations and make effective decisions to aid in economic growth.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Heritage Christian Services
Buffalo, NY
09.2023 - Current
  • Accompanied individuals on outings to promote independence and integration into the community.
  • Facilitated social interactions between participants and their peers in the community.
  • Provided assistance to individuals with daily activities such as personal care, meal preparation and medication reminders.

Accounting Specialist

Cazenovia Recovery Systems
Buffalo, NY
10.2022 - Current
  • Utilized software programs such as Quickbooks to enter data into the general ledger.
  • Developed reports to support month-end close process including account reconciliations.
  • Collaborated with other departments on various projects or initiatives that require cross-functional teams.
  • Prepared balance sheet reconciliations for review by management team.
  • Prepared monthly bank reconciliations for multiple accounts.
  • Assisted with the preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Managed daily bookkeeping functions with attention to accounts receivable, accounts payable, banking reconciliation and disbursements.
  • Monitored and recorded company expenses, ensuring adherence to budget guidelines.

Direct Support Professional

The Arc Of Erie County
Buffalo, NY
01.2019 - 08.2020
  • Assisting Individuals to become independent in their community
  • Administering medication to individuals
  • Advocated for disabled individuals to foster communication and self-expression and achieve goals.

Certified Nursing Assistant

ECMC
Buffalo, New York
04.2015 - 10.2016
  • Providing everyday care to residents
  • Data Entry on Residents care provided
  • Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.

Customer Service Representative

North Star Location Services
Buffalo, NY
12.2013 - 04.2015
  • Asked probing questions to determine service needs and accurately input information into electronic systems
  • Fielded customer complaints and queries, fast-tracking them for problem resolution
  • Consulted with customers to resolve service and billing issues.

Daycare Assistant

D's Darlings Daycare
Buffalo, NY
07.2011 - 12.2013
  • Ensure safety for all children in facility
  • Observed and monitored children to identify developmental strengths and target enrichment activities
  • Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments for children according to dietary needs and restrictions.

Education

Amherst Central High School
Amherst, NY
06-2011

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

SUNY College At Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, NY

Associate of Science - Accounting

Niagara County Community College
Sanborn, NY

Skills

  • Planning and Leading Activities
  • Creative Thinking
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Decision Making
  • Calendaring and Scheduling
  • Client Records Management

References

  • Randy Weston, manager ,130 John Muir Dr # 106 , Buffalo, NY 14221, (716) 491 - 0332, Randy.weston@heritagechristianservices.org
  • Angela Cox, family friend, 154 Barnabas Dr, Buffalo, NY, 14043, (716) 416-1077, Stephaniesister3@gmail.com
  • Hadassah Jordan, former co worker, 716-578-7638, hadassahab@gmail.com

Affiliations

  • University at Buffalo Child Care Center January 2024 to Present
  • Member of financial committee January 2024 to Present

Certification

Non Profit Accounting

Financial Management Essentials

Trauma Informed Care Healing : Resilience & Post-Traumatic Growth

Trauma Informed Care "Flipped Lid" Reactions

Solution Focused Trauma Informed Care

Volunteer Work

  • Restoration Society Inc Volunteer Homeless Shelter/Food Pantry
  • Girl Scouts of WNY Chaperone/Helper

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Heritage Christian Services
09.2023 - Current

Accounting Specialist

Cazenovia Recovery Systems
10.2022 - Current

Direct Support Professional

The Arc Of Erie County
01.2019 - 08.2020

Certified Nursing Assistant

ECMC
04.2015 - 10.2016

Customer Service Representative

North Star Location Services
12.2013 - 04.2015

Daycare Assistant

D's Darlings Daycare
07.2011 - 12.2013

Amherst Central High School

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

SUNY College At Plattsburgh

Associate of Science - Accounting

Niagara County Community College
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