Stephanie Hofinga
Accountant
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Organized accounting professional dedicated to keeping records accurate and controls tight to meet all business needs. Systematic and well-organized with strong attention to detail, mathematical acumen and GAAP knowledge. Knowledgeable and successful at revamping and reorganizing processes and simplifying procedures to maximize efficiency and accuracy of accounting records. Proficient with multiple software systems, and adept at learning any that may be required. Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the accounting industry.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Applied Machinery Sales
Rock Hill , SC
05.2021 - Current
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books using accrual based accounting.
- Reviewed accounting structures and procedures on regular basis to identify areas in need of improvement.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses and line of credit transactions.
- Partnered with auditors on annual audits and realized compliance with governmental tax guidelines.
- Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize operational success.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on permits, certificates and documents mandatory for government departments.
- Evaluated and improved accuracy and completeness of financial records.
- Supported monthly reporting analysis to achieve validation of internal reports and to reconcile production operations and general ledger.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth and assets.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, payroll and wage allocations, and cash and banking reconciliations.
- Improved efficiency of data collection, analysis and modeling to enhance practices and increase customer retention.
- Compiled and completed monthly Borrowing Base data and certificates in order to remain in compliance with financial institution lending policies
- Reformed and up-kept accurate data management in terms of receivables, payables, and all other daily transactions that occurred.
- Maintained compliance with all GAAP and procedural regulations.
Freelance Accountant
Sandpiper Business Solutions
Hampstead , NC
02.2019 - Current
- Completed accounting tasks for clients in differing industries
- Accurately documented all cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses and line of credit transactions.
- Reconciled all company accounts
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Processed payroll for small businesses.
- Communicated with suppliers to reconcile invoice payments.
- Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
- Compiled budget figures by reviewing funding and assessing expenses.
- Set up and improved accounting systems and processes to meet business needs and maximize effectiveness of operations.
- Prepared, evaluated, and improved accuracy and completeness of financial reports, including P&L and balance sheets
Volunteer Bookkeeper & Board Treasurer
Tidewater Officers' Spouses' Association
Norfolk , VA
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Eliminated discrepancies in finances by expertly documenting expenses, monitoring income, handling bank deposits and managing statements.
- Reviewed and processed employee expense reports and vendor invoices for payment.
- Entered financial information and payments to guarantee accurate and on-time payments for employees and vendors.
- Analyzed figures, postings and documents to maintain accounting program accuracy.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits and money logs.
- Analyzed financial data derived from multiple reporting systems to develop recommendations for operational and performance improvements for Association Board.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Media
SUNY Oneonta
Oneonta, NY 08.2005 - 05.2010
Certificate - Accounting Specialist
Tidewater Community College
Norfolk, VA 01.2017 - 08.2018
Masters Certificate - Accounting
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN 07.2020 - 03.2021
Skills
QuickBooks Software
Certification
QuickBooks Certification, NACPB
Timeline
Accountant
Applied Machinery Sales
05.2021 - Current
Masters Certificate - Accounting
Purdue University Global
07.2020 - 03.2021
Freelance Accountant
Sandpiper Business Solutions
02.2019 - Current
QuickBooks Certification, NACPB
01-2019
Bookkeeping Certification, NACPB
01-2019
Volunteer Bookkeeper & Board Treasurer
Tidewater Officers' Spouses' Association
06.2018 - 12.2018
Certificate - Accounting Specialist
Tidewater Community College
01.2017 - 08.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Digital Media
SUNY Oneonta
08.2005 - 05.2010
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