Hi, I’m
Sydney Burroughs
Senior Accountant
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Experienced senior accountant with a sharp eye for detail, committed to improving company financial operations and streamlining processes through effective leadership, strategic planning, and sound decision-making abilities. Demonstrated success in increasing efficiency and profitability by introducing creative solutions and building collaborative relationships between departments. Dedicated to delivering exceptional results that support overall business success. Skilled at analyzing intricate financial data and offering valuable insights to drive informed decision-making.
Overview
7
years of professional experience
Work History
BBQ HoldingsRemote
Senior Accountant
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Handled month-end and year-end end finances by managing and reporting fixed assets and other data.
- Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Managed quarterly and annual tax filings for the company, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with regulations.
- Optimized month-end closing procedures by streamlining workflow processes, reducing time taken from 15 days to 10 days without compromising accuracy or detail level achieved.
- Maintained accurate depreciation schedules for fixed assets, coordinating with asset managers for timely recording of acquisitions or disposals.
- Assisted team members in transitioning to new system through extensive training and one-on-one support.
- Led successful migration of financial records to new accounting platform, ensuring seamless transition.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Addressed and resolved complex and unexpected variances.
- Supported merger and acquisition activities, preparing financial analyses and due diligence reports.
Whittier AllianceHybrid
Treasurer
06.2021 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Maintained ethical financial practices and regularly reviewed financial statements for appropriate use of funds.
- Attended monthly executive and board meetings.
- Ran monthly finance meeting for board executives.
- Assisted in organizing successful community-wide events through careful planning, budgeting, and resource management.
- Mentored incoming treasurers to ensure seamless transitions between terms, maintaining consistency in record-keeping practices.
Minneapolis College of Art and DesignIn Person
Accounting Associate
06.2019 - 01.2022
Job overview
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Completed bi-weekly payroll for company employees.
- Streamlined accounting processes for increased efficiency and reduced errors in financial reporting.
- Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Developed monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
Romer and Company, PCIn Person
Accounting Intern
02.2021 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Gained hands-on experience with various accounting software programs such as QuickBooks, Excel, and Lacerte, enhancing overall efficiency in daily tasks.
- Developed strong client relationships through effective communication, timely responses, and professional demeanor.
- Aided senior accountants in preparing year-end tax returns while adhering to strict deadlines.
Local ElectionsHybrid
Campaign Treasurer
05.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Worked on strategic candidate election teams to track fundraising and expenses.
- Created and filed compliant financial reports during election cycles.
Education
University of MinnesotaMinneapolis, United States
Master of Science from Accountancy
05.2001
North Central UniversityMinneapolis, MN
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration
05.2001
Skills
Financial reporting
Expertise in Excel
Fixed asset accounting
Nonprofit accounting
Problem-solving
Account reconciliation processes
Time management abilities
Teamwork and collaboration
Reliability
General ledger accounting
Timeline
Senior Accountant
BBQ Holdings
01.2022 - Current
Treasurer
Whittier Alliance
06.2021 - 06.2023
Campaign Treasurer
Local Elections
05.2021 - Current
Accounting Intern
Romer and Company, PC
02.2021 - 12.2022
Accounting Associate
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
06.2019 - 01.2022
University of Minnesota
Master of Science from Accountancy
05.2001
North Central University
Bachelor of Science from Business Administration
05.2001