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Zachary Harper

Financial Analyst

Summary

Enterprising Financial Analyst with a rich history in public accounting and a Master of Business Administration Degree. Develops and maintains high standards of quality contemporaneous with proven ability to multi-task effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Financial Analyst

Ochsner
06.2022 - Current
  • Reconciling complex financial data of clinical trial studies.
  • Conducting thorough analysis to maximize revenue recognition and cost recovery.
  • Preparing journal entries for use in close-out of study funds.
  • Verifying patient visit charges to ensure accurate and ethical billing prior to the close of studies.
  • Addressing discrepancies promptly, either directly with a sponsor or internally with cross-functional teams.

Staff Accountant

Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC
01.2019 - 05.2022
  • Increased efficiency, support and documentation of accounting processes by creating detailed schedules in microsoft excel for journal entries.
  • Projected future costs and revenues by closely analyzing ongoing costs, business operations and incoming revenue in balance sheets.
  • Followed up with clients to collect and verify financial information.
  • Conducted training protocol and mentored new staff on best practices and procedures.

Staff Accountant Intern

Carr, Riggs & Ingram
05.2016 - 12.2018
  • Checked general ledger entries to increase accuracy, prevent significant errors and identify adjustments.
  • Prepared straightforward tax returns and explained expected refund or income tax liability and due date for payment.
  • Gained knowledge of accounting principles and standards and general business practices to evaluate financial data and transactions.
  • Extracted and manipulated data using microsoft excel.

Construction Laborer

DQSI, LLC
05.2012 - 08.2012

Education

MBA - Business Administration

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA
08.2016 - 20182

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Louisiana State University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LA
07.2013 - 20152

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LA
08.2011 - 2013.06

Skills

Microsoft Excel Expert

Account Reconciliation

Advanced Financial Analysis

Revenue Recognition

Timeline

Financial Analyst

Ochsner
06.2022 - Current

Staff Accountant

Carr, Riggs & Ingram, LLC
01.2019 - 05.2022

MBA - Business Administration

Southeastern Louisiana University
08.2016 - 20182

Staff Accountant Intern

Carr, Riggs & Ingram
05.2016 - 12.2018

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Louisiana State University And A&M College
07.2013 - 20152

Construction Laborer

DQSI, LLC
05.2012 - 08.2012

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Louisiana At Lafayette
08.2011 - 2013.06
Zachary HarperFinancial Analyst