Sonila Ligu
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Focused Accounting professional with 10 years of experience maintaining financial records and reviewing account activity. Proven track record of developing accurate spreadsheets and delivering organized reports with Alpha Business and Finance 5 software. Accomplished in taking on tasks within strict deadlines while prioritizing urgent needs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Financial Accountant
Gjirofarma
04.2012 - 03.2017
- Chief accountant: Originally hired as accountant. Earned two promotions over four years based on strong performance.
- Managed staff of 45 employers.
- Reviewed and submitted payroll monthly.
- Ensured actual & expected amounts for cash deposits.
- Performed cost calculation and supervised the chronological recordings of accounting transactions.
- Executed semiannually audits to ensure compliance with National Accounting Standards.
- Balance sheet closure and compilation of the annual financial statements and disclosures.
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
- Analyzed and prepared annual budgets to contain costs, minimize losses and assure compliance with internal controls.
- Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income, and assessing expenses.
- Stayed on top of applicable federal and state requirements to minimize legal and financial risks.
Accountant
Morpack Albania
05.2010 - 04.2012
- Chronological recording of accounting transactions, cost calculation of the final product, compilation and analysis of financial statements and final balance sheet.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
Accountant
Maksim Hoxha
11.2008 - 11.2009
- Chronological recording of accounting transactions, compilation of financial statements and final balance sheet.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, budgeting, donating, and cash, and banking reconciliations.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
Accountant
A-E-1 Merentino
07.2004 - 10.2008
- Chronological recording of accounting transactions, preparation of reports relating to sales, purchases, situations of clients and suppliers, inventories.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
College of Staten Island of The City University of New York
Staten Island, NY05.2025
Certificate - Accounting
Accountants And Financiers Association of Albania
Tirana, AL02.2009
Certificate -
Accountants And Financiers Association of Albania
Tirana, AL06.2007
Certificate -
Accountants And Financiers Association of Albania
Tirana, AL09.2006
Certificate -
Regional Development Agency
Gjirokastra, AL09.2004
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
"Eqrem Cabej" University
Gjirokastra, AL07.2004
Skills
- Proficient on Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point
- Knowledge and very good usage of the software Finances 5 and Alpha Business
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Financial stability knowledge
- Cost savings options
- Account reconciliation specialist
- Financial records review
- Accounting principles
- Account reconciliation processes
- Cash Flow analysis
- Annual reports
- Profits and losses tracking
Desired Employment - Occupation Field
Financial accountant
Social And Organizational Skills And Competences
Adaptation skills and team work. Verbal and nonverbal communication skills. Analytical skills in solving problems. Organizational skills, coordination and management of projects, budgets.
Tel
(727) 226 7272
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Gjirokastër
- Date of Birth: 11/20/1981
- Nationality: Albanian
Languages
Albanian
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Italian
Professional Working
Greek
Limited Working
Timeline
Financial Accountant
Gjirofarma
04.2012 - 03.2017
Accountant
Morpack Albania
05.2010 - 04.2012
Accountant
Maksim Hoxha
11.2008 - 11.2009
Accountant
A-E-1 Merentino
07.2004 - 10.2008
Master of Science - Accounting
College of Staten Island of The City University of New York
Certificate - Accounting
Accountants And Financiers Association of Albania
Certificate -
Accountants And Financiers Association of Albania
Certificate -
Accountants And Financiers Association of Albania
Certificate -
Regional Development Agency
Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Finance
"Eqrem Cabej" University
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