Accomplished Senior Accountant with a proven track record in the Government and Non-Profit sectors, excelling in enhancing customer satisfaction and improving process efficiency. Expert in account reconciliation, month-end close and adept at fostering cross-functional team collaboration. Implemented efficiency improvements, significantly contributing to team performance, financial accuracy and reductions in man-hours. Skilled in spreadsheet management, audit support and known for innovative problem-solving.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
U.S. DOT/FAA - Enterprise Services Center (ESC)
Oklahoma City, OK
04.2005 - Current
Prepared and verified data extracts for sample testing before auditor submission.
Worked alongside external partners to execute audits successfully.
Developed standardized procedures for reconciling sub-ledger modules to the General Ledger.
Evaluated existing processes for efficiency improvements and implemented changes as needed.
Wrote reports, authored papers and organized supporting documentation.
Executed Month-End Close process.
Conducted reconciliations to maintain accuracy of financial records.
Maintained precise cash account reconciliation.
Supported efficient execution of payroll cycles with a focus on timely delivery.
Generated and presented monthly financial statements to senior management.
Provided technical accounting guidance to other departments regarding proper GAAP and FASB treatments.
Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Provided training on financial software applications for staff members.
Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Central Oklahoma
Edmond, OK
05-2003
Skills
Spreadsheet proficiency
Project accounting
Account reconciliation expert
Audit support
Month-end close
Payroll processing
Customer relations
Accomplishments
2006 FAA Pathfinder Award Nominee - FAA Consolidation Tiger Team
2008 FAA Pathfinder Award Nominee - Budgetary vs. Proprietary Clean-up Team
Beginning and Advanced USSGL Training
Formal training in US Standard General Ledger transaction recording
Review of the USSGL Chart of Accounts
Beginning Appropriations Law Training
Introduction to basic US Appropriations Law
Review of Appropriations Law as it relates to accounting transaction recording
Government Revolving Fund Training
Introduction to Government Revolving Funds
Training on proper USSGL accounting flows associated with Revolving Funds
Review of applicable law and FASB standards associated with Revolving Funds