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TRANG NGUYEN
Cherry Hill,USA
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Summary
Highly analytical Senior Accountant and active CPA Candidate with over 4 years of progressive success across public accounting and corporate financial operations. Demonstrated history of rapid advancement, recently earning an internal promotion to Senior Accountant based on exceptional performance in controller support, high-volume general ledger management, and complex financial analysis. Expert in year-end close procedures, year-over-year budget variance analysis, and corporate investment bookkeeping. Advanced proficiency in industry-leading financial, document management, and HR software suites (Thomson Reuters, Sage, ADP, Workplace, Microsoft 365).
Finance professional with strong background in financial reporting and analysis. Proven ability to support month-end close processes and maintain accurate financial records. Known for collaborating effectively with teams and adapting to changing priorities, while showcasing skills in general ledger management and financial reconciliations.
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years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
Baratz & Associates, P.A.
Marlton, NJ
05.2022 - Current
- Controller Support & Internal Books: Partnered directly with internal controllers to manage the firm's internal books and corporate investment portfolios; accurately posted revenues, reviewed prior vs. current year expenses, and executed ad-hoc special projects.
- Financial Analysis & Budgeting: Conducted rigorous year-over-year (YoY) budget comparison analyses for nonprofit clients utilizing advanced Excel modeling; evaluated operational surpluses, identified variances, and delivered strategic insights to support board-level planning decisions.
- Software Suite Mastery: Utilized UltraTax CS, Fixed Assets CS, and Planner CS for over 4 years to streamline complex client asset tracking, depreciation schedules, and tax planning strategies.
- Paperless Document & Engagement Management: Managed high-volume public accounting workflows, cloud document storage, and digital workpapers securely using Thomson Reuters GoFileRoom and Engagement Management platforms.
- Full-Service Client Accounting: Directed end-to-end full-service accounting solutions for a diverse client portfolio, executing high-volume accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), financial reporting, and deep-dive financial analysis.
- Payroll & Systems Administration: Managed, set up, and processed full-cycle client payroll schedules utilizing industry-standard platforms including Workplace, ADP, and Paychex, ensuring absolute compliance and accuracy.
- Year-End & Financial Reporting: Autonomously prepared comprehensive financial statements, ledger reconciliations, and robust month-end support schedules; executed critical year-end close procedures for a high-volume client portfolio.
- Complex Taxation: Prepared and finalized complex business and personal tax returns, including the intricate tracking, reconciliation, and integration of sophisticated Schedule K-1 forms from corporate entities.
Accounting Intern
Theodore Thien Nguyen CPA, PC
Philadelphia, PA
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Audit & Workpaper Preparation: Spearheaded the end-to-end preparation of clean, audit-ready workpapers, trial balance reviews, and compliance documentation to streamline external audit requests.
- Systems & Leadership: Championed client transitions to modern systems (QuickBooks Online, Sage Intacct) and mentored junior staff accountants on accounting workflows and firm best practices.
- General Ledger Support: Maintained accounting integrity by executing bank and credit card reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close workflows using QuickBooks.
- Payroll & Bookkeeping: Executed full-cycle bookkeeping, payroll processing, and mandatory quarterly reporting for varied small business client accounts.
- Taxation & Analytics: Supported the detailed preparation of individual and business tax returns while conducting structural variance analysis to assist with financial forecasting.
Nail Salon Manager
Bella Place Nails and Spa
Deptford, NJ
01.2021 - 10.2021
- Financial & Cash Management: Directed daily cash-handling workflows, internal payment tracking systems, and secure transaction auditing in a high-volume retail environment.
- Operations & Scheduling: Supervised staff scheduling, optimal inventory forecasting, and vendor ordering to maximize operational efficiency and maintain tight cost controls.
Education
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Candidate -
Bachelor of Science -
Da Lat University
Vietnam05-2010
QuickBook Online Certified ProAdvisor -
QuickBook Online
05-2023
Skills
- Accounting & Tax Software: Sage Intact, QuickBooks Online, UltraTax CS, Fixed Assets CS, Planner CS, Thomson Reuters GoFileRoom, Engagement Management
- Payroll & HR Platforms: ADP, Paychex, Workplace
- Productivity Suites: Microsoft 365 (Advanced Excel: VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, Financial Modeling)
- Financial Expertise: GAAP Compliance, Bank Reconciliation, Year-End Close, Advanced Reconciliations, YoY Budget Variance Analysis, Corporate Investment Bookkeeping, Fund Accounting (Nonprofits)
- Taxation: Corporate & Individual Tax Returns
- General ledger accounting
- Audit support
- Financial statement review
- Fixed asset accounting
- Nonprofit accounting
- Attention to detail
Certification
QuickBook Online Certified ProAdvisor
Languages
English
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Baratz & Associates, P.A.
05.2022 - Current
Accounting Intern
Theodore Thien Nguyen CPA, PC
02.2022 - 05.2022
Nail Salon Manager
Bella Place Nails and Spa
01.2021 - 10.2021
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Candidate -
Bachelor of Science -
Da Lat University
QuickBook Online Certified ProAdvisor -
QuickBook Online