Susan Altshuler
Matawan
Summary
Experienced with managing accounting operations and ensuring accurate financial reporting. Utilizes strong analytical skills and team leadership to improve processes and efficiency. Knowledge of regulatory compliance and financial analysis.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Accounting Supervisor
Siegel & Gale
New York, NY
10.2020 - Current
- Oversee end-to-end monthly close process, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
- Lead annual budgeting and forecasting process, partnering with department leaders to align financial targets with operational strategy.
- Prepare and present financial reporting and variance analysis to senior leadership to support data-driven decision-making.
- Enhanced cash flow forecasting models by integrating historical and operational data for improved accuracy.
- Expanded scope in 2025 to include project-level financial reporting during departmental transition, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
- Lead coordination with external auditors to support annual audit and compliance requirements.
- Streamlined close and reporting workflows through process enhancements and system optimization, reducing turnaround time for financial reports.
- Review client contracts to ensure proper financial treatment and budget alignment.
Senior Accountant
Siegel & Gale
New York, NY
09.2014 - 10.2020
- Provided timely and accurate financial reporting to senior management.
- Completed year-end closing processes in collaboration with controllers and external auditors to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Managed and reported fixed assets and other data during month-end and year-end closes to support financial integrity.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined account reconciliation processes to enhance reporting accuracy.
- Assisted team members in transitioning to new system through extensive training and one-on-one support.
Accountant
Siegel & Gale
New York, NY
02.2012 - 09.2014
- Recorded journal entries and managed accrual accounting processes to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Analyzed and reported monthly expense variances with detailed explanations to support budget management.
- Compiled financial data, prepared documentation, and completed month-end closing processes to maintain financial integrity.
Staff Accountant
Omnicom
New York, NY
06.2010 - 12.2011
- Prepared journal entries for general ledger, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance.
- Executed financial reporting, overseeing prepaid accounts, schedules, reconciliations, event settlements, and month-end accruals to support timely financial analysis.
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular reconciliations and journal entry adjustments, enhancing financial integrity.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
Southern New Hampshire University
01-2017
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Zicklin School of Business, Baruch College
01-2010
Skills
- Financial Close Budgeting & Forecasting GAAP Compliance General Ledger Variance Analysis Accrual Accounting Process Improvement Audit Support Contract Review
- Cash flow management
- Accounting software expertise
- Software proficiency
- Financial reporting
- Cash flow management management
- Financial systems oversight
- ERP expertise
Languages
Russian
Timeline
Accounting Supervisor
Siegel & Gale
10.2020 - Current
Senior Accountant
Siegel & Gale
09.2014 - 10.2020
Accountant
Siegel & Gale
02.2012 - 09.2014
Staff Accountant
Omnicom
06.2010 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
Zicklin School of Business, Baruch College
Master of Science - Accounting
Southern New Hampshire University