SHERRI KASMAI
Calabasas,CA
Summary
Accounting leader with oversight of financial operations, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, and general ledger integrity across multiple business functions. Streamlined processes to support external audits and improve financial reporting accuracy and timeliness. Improved visibility into financial performance through consistent controls and reconciliations.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
Angry Chickz Inc.
Sherman Oaks, California
04.2024 - Current
- Created journal entries to ensure accurate financial reporting for Angry Chickz locations.
- Analyzed account variances and corrected errors in Angry Chickz accounting systems.
- Prepared monthly financial reports to provide management with insights for decision-making.
- Reconciled bank statements to general ledgers on a monthly basis.
- Managed and prepared journal entries and reconciliations to support monthly general ledger closing activities.
- Managed financial operations and month-end reporting, ensuring timely reconciliations and adherence to schedules.
- Collaborated with Controller and external auditors to conduct year-end close process.
- Developed strategies to improve accounting systems and processes.
Accounting and Payroll Manager
Jag Interiors Inc.
Calabasas, California
02.2021 - 04.2023
- Supervised the reconciliation of bank accounts and general ledger entries on a monthly basis.
- Assisted in preparing year-end tax documents for review by external accountant.
- Prepared various reports such as budget analysis, audit documents, cash flow statements.
- Processed employee rehires, transfers, terminations and withholdings.
- Assisted with audits by preparing accounts and providing information.
- Negotiated contracts with payroll service providers, ensuring cost-effective solutions for the organization.
- Supervised accounts payable and accounts receivable processing
- Supervised accounting tasks, which included accounts payable and receivable, general ledger management and expense reporting oversight.
- Maintained accurate records of payroll information including wages, deductions, bonuses.
Controller
Piege Co. dba Felina
Chatsworth, California
05.1995 - 12.2019
- Directed Felina accounting operations, including ledger, payables, and receivables.
- Reconciled bank accounts, credit cards, and general ledger balances.
- Supervised payroll processing, tax filings, and compliance documentation.
- Administered payroll for employees and oversaw corporate payroll reconciliation and tax activities.
- Coordinated annual audits with external accountants and internal teams.
- Served as primary contact for external auditors throughout year-end audit process.
- Used US GAAP to shape technical accounting policies and procedures.
- Monitored inventory accounting across Felina wholesale and retail channels.
- Coordinated ERP upgrades with users, developers, and vendor support teams.
Education
Accounting and Finance
CSU
Northridge, CASkills
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Journal entry preparation
- General ledger management
- Month-end closing procedures
- Year-end closing
- Bank reconciliation processes
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Payroll processing and oversight
- Audit preparation and support
- GAAP compliance standards
- Manufacturing accounting expertise
- Time management skills
Computer Skills
- R365
- Quickbooks
- NetSuite
- ABS
- MS Office - Excel, Word, Outlook
- Houzz
- Studio Deisgner
- ADP
- Paychex
- Toast
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Angry Chickz Inc.
04.2024 - Current
Accounting and Payroll Manager
Jag Interiors Inc.
02.2021 - 04.2023
Controller
Piege Co. dba Felina
05.1995 - 12.2019
Accounting and Finance
CSU