SOULTANA MIHALOPOULOS
New Hyde Park,NY
Summary
Dynamic accounting and legal professional with over 15 years of experience in financial reporting, auditing, tax preparation, and estate/real estate legal support. Expertise in streamlining financial processes while ensuring compliance with GAAP, IRS, and SEC regulations, as well as managing complex legal transactions. Recognized for adaptability and cross-functional collaboration, consistently delivering organizational efficiency by effectively bridging the gap between finance and law. Committed to leveraging a comprehensive skill set to drive strategic initiatives and enhance overall business performance.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Accountant
LIMANI OPERATING LLC
02.2024 - Current
- Manage the full accounting cycle, including general ledger, journal entries, and month-end closings.
- Prepare financial statements, budgets, and variance analyses to support management decisions.
- Oversee accounts payable/receivable, cash flow, and payroll with accuracy and timeliness.
- Coordinate with external auditors and support annual audit processes.
- Implement process improvements to strengthen internal controls and reporting efficiency.
Paralegal
SWEENEY REICH & BOLZ LLP
10.2022 - Current
- Coordinate due diligence for residential real estate and estate transactions.
- Prepare adjustments, affidavits, agreements, and transfer tax documents.
- Conduct kinship investigations and file probate reports.
- Maintain estate records, manage asset liquidation, and oversee bookkeeping.
Controller / Accountant
EVERLASTING CHARISMA INC
02.2014 - 06.2022
- Established and managed a profitable business by overseeing financial and operational functions.
- Maintained financial records, prepared reconciliations, journal entries, and trial balances.
- Generated financial statements and cash flow reports for strategic decision-making.
- Leveraged market insights to improve product pricing and sales strategy.
Senior Accountant / Auditor
MARSHALL & MOSS LLP
02.2011 - 02.2014
- Supervised bookkeeping staff across multiple industries to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Performed monthly reconciliations and prepared financial statements.
- Managed year-end closings and coordinated with external auditors.
- Prepared corporate, partnership, and individual tax returns.
Semi-Senior Accountant / Auditor
FRIEDMAN LLP
10.2007 - 05.2009
- Conducted audits, reviews, and compilations in real estate, hospitality, and insurance industries.
- Performed internal control testing to ensure compliance.
- Supervised and trained junior staff on audit procedures.
- Prepared tax returns for corporations and individuals.
Paralegal / Legal Assistant
TORYS LLP
12.2003 - 09.2007
- Drafted legal documents for M&A, securities, and cross-border transactions.
- Prepared billing using WebView system and improved staff workflow through resource tools.
Legal Assistant
SATTERLEE STEPHENS BURKE & BURKE LLP
08.1998 - 09.2003
- Prepared SEC filings (10-K, 8-K, registration statements).
- Drafted incorporations, employment agreements, and real estate closing documents.
Legal Assistant
LOPRESTO, KULAKIS & CHRISTOFORATOS, ESQS.
09.1994 - 05.1996
- Assisted with estate planning, real estate closings, and corporate formations.
Staff Accountant
SLATER & KAVITT, CPA, PC
12.1993 - 08.1994
- Prepared reconciliations, AP/AR, and financial statements.
- Assisted in audits and prepared tax returns.
- Additional experience includes tax preparation at Beneventano & Mastrogiannis LLP, H&R Block, and administrative support roles.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting (Forensic Accounting, Financial Forensics & Fraud Investigation)
Queens College, CUNY
08.2026
Certificate - Paralegal Studies
U.S. Career Institute
01.2024
B.A. - Accounting & Information Systems
Queens College, CUNY
01.2007
A.S. - Business Administration
Queensborough Community College, CUNY
01.2002
Skills
- Accounting & Finance: Reporting, audits, reconciliations, tax prep, budgeting, cash flow, QuickBooks, ProSystem, Lacerte, TurboTax
- Legal & Compliance: Real estate & estate transactions, due diligence, SEC filings, probate, ACRIS, Amicus, Juris, WebView
- Productivity: MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook), WordPerfect
Languages
Greek – Native/Bilingual
Timeline
Internal Accountant
LIMANI OPERATING LLC
02.2024 - Current
Paralegal
SWEENEY REICH & BOLZ LLP
10.2022 - Current
Controller / Accountant
EVERLASTING CHARISMA INC
02.2014 - 06.2022
Senior Accountant / Auditor
MARSHALL & MOSS LLP
02.2011 - 02.2014
Semi-Senior Accountant / Auditor
FRIEDMAN LLP
10.2007 - 05.2009
Paralegal / Legal Assistant
TORYS LLP
12.2003 - 09.2007
Legal Assistant
SATTERLEE STEPHENS BURKE & BURKE LLP
08.1998 - 09.2003
Legal Assistant
LOPRESTO, KULAKIS & CHRISTOFORATOS, ESQS.
09.1994 - 05.1996
Staff Accountant
SLATER & KAVITT, CPA, PC
12.1993 - 08.1994
Certificate - Paralegal Studies
U.S. Career Institute
B.A. - Accounting & Information Systems
Queens College, CUNY
A.S. - Business Administration
Queensborough Community College, CUNY
Master of Science - Accounting (Forensic Accounting, Financial Forensics & Fraud Investigation)
Queens College, CUNY
Hobbies and Interests
Art, Photography, Decorating, Writing, Swimming, Taekwondo