Summary:

A highly motivated and detail-oriented accountant with 10+ years of experience in financial management, reporting, and analysis. Proven expertise in optimizing accounting processes, ensuring regulatory compliance, and providing strategic financial insights to drive business growth. Proficient in a range of accounting software and committed to maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and integrity.

Core Competencies:

• Financial Reporting: Expertise in preparing and analyzing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

• Budgeting & Forecasting: Skilled in developing and managing budgets, financial models, and long-range forecasts to support strategic planning.

• Tax Compliance: Comprehensive knowledge of tax regulations and experience preparing and filing corporate and individual tax returns.

• Audit & Internal Controls: Proficient in conducting internal audits and establishing robust internal controls to mitigate risk and ensure data accuracy.

• Accounts Management: Strong background in managing accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and general ledger reconciliation.

• Software Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of QuickBooks, Xero, SAP, and Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables, macros).

Experience:

• Senior Accountant: Led a team responsible for managing month-end and year-end close processes for a mid-sized corporation. Implemented new accounting software that reduced reporting time by 25%.

• Financial Analyst: Provided key financial analysis for executive leadership, identifying cost-saving opportunities and contributing to a 15% increase in profitability over two years.

• Junior Accountant: Managed daily accounting operations, including invoice processing, bank reconciliations, and expense reporting.

Education & Certifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

• [Any other relevant certifications, e.g., CMA, CFE]