Shalonda May
Summary
Proven Staff Accountant with a track record of enhancing financial accuracy and efficiency at WFAE, adept in bank reconciliation and fostering team collaboration. Leveraged Microsoft Excel expertise and strong communication skills to streamline month-end closings and support successful audits, significantly improving financial reporting processes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant
WFAE
04.2022 - Current
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
- Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
- Assisted comptroller with year-end financial audits.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving communication among team members.
Administrative Assistant
Dent Wizard
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Assisted in preparation of financial reports, gathering data that contributed to budgeting accuracy.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Improved staff morale by organizing recognition programs, acknowledging outstanding contributions and fostering positive work culture.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
- Streamlined office operations, implementing digital file management systems to reduce paper use and increase efficiency.
- Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
- Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
- Liaised between clients and vendors and maintained effective lines of communication.
Staff Accountant
Henderson Property Management
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
- Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
- Processed rental transactions and payments efficiently.
- Generated comprehensive allocation reports to support precise financial analysis.
- Increased accuracy of financial statements through diligent attention to detail and thorough review processes.
- Prepared timely and accurate tax filings, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
Staff Accountant
Magic One Auto
07.2019 - 08.2021
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
- Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
- Assisted comptroller with year-end financial audits.
- Executed detailed reconciliation of bank and credit card statements to identify discrepancies and ensure accuracy.
Office Administrator
CottageCare
06.2015 - 06.2019
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
- Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.
- Tracked office supplies and restocked low items to keep team members on-task and productive.
- Increased customer satisfaction through professional handling of inquiries and prompt resolution of issues.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong working relationships among colleagues.
- Reconciled account files and produced monthly reports.
- Aided in employee onboarding through training new hires on office procedures, software applications, and company policies.
- Assisted in event planning efforts for company gatherings, conferences, or workshops to enhance employee engagement and networking opportunities.
- Assisted in creation of performance reports, providing insights that informed management decisions.
- Managed payroll processing for staff, ensuring accuracy and timely disbursement of salaries.
- Contacted customers to follow up on service requests and ensure satisfaction.
- Managed customer cleaning schedules, maintaining punctuality and high service standards.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Strayer University
Charlotte, NC03-2020
Skills
- Bank reconciliation
- Monthly account / bank reconciliation
- Accounts receivable
- Monthly journal entries
- Audit support
- Journal entry preparation
- Account reconciliation
- Monthly / quarterly / year end reports
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- General ledger accounting
- Bookkeeping
- Internal / external audits
- Financial reporting
Timeline
Staff Accountant
WFAE
04.2022 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Dent Wizard
12.2021 - 04.2022
Staff Accountant
Henderson Property Management
08.2021 - 12.2021
Staff Accountant
Magic One Auto
07.2019 - 08.2021
Office Administrator
CottageCare
06.2015 - 06.2019
BBA - Business Administration
Strayer University