Skilled Accounting Assistant with 7+ years of experience and a proven track record of executing daily and monthly accounting functions in a fast-paced environment. Seeking to leverage my analytical and communication skills to optimize operational and service excellence.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Administrator
Erema North America, Inc.
02.2022 - Current
Handling daily accounts receivable for company booking 4-6 million in revenue per month.
Responsible for reconciliation of 8 cash accounts to drive timely and efficient month-end close.
Preparing weekly and monthly financial reports in Great Plains to provide management with insights into company receipts as well as forecasted cash flows.
Researching and resolving any discrepancies involving bank activity, general ledger and sub-ledgers.
Preparing journal entries to properly code transactions and ensure financial accuracy.
Filing of state sales tax returns.
Effectively communicating with clients about payment needs and tracking collection progress to report to management.
Acting as liaison between customers and internal partners to resolve invoice disputes.
Completing accounts payable functions during colleague's absence.
Coordinating with external auditors to deliver necessary documents from their list of requirements.
Facilitating timely month-end closing procedures, enhancing the accuracy of financial statements for executive review.
AccountingAssistant
QBE Insurance
04.2015 - 01.2021
Supported and trained offshore partners in accounting process and acted as onshore advisor.
Completed daily bank functions including lock box monitoring for premiums received, subsequently tracking,recording and applying those funds.
Performed daily closing activities,ensuring 100% accuracy in reconciling bank records with daily system reports.
Assisted with month-end reporting to ensure deadlines were met in timely and efficient manner.
Acted as intermediary between third-party administrators,policyholders and internal stakeholders to assist with reconciliations and ensured accurate application of funds.
Processed payments through PeopleSoft System detailing appropriate ledger account codes to ensure accurate year-end financial reporting.
Created and shared monthly Excel spreadsheets detailing aging accounts and assisted Business Development Leads in their communication with clients regarding past due balances.
Documented premium accounting processes and workflow details for premium training and reference handbook.
Volunteered for team building initiatives within organization to strengthen communication between departments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - School of Management, Concentration in Finance
Boston University
Boston, MA
1990
Timeline
Accounting Administrator
Erema North America, Inc.
02.2022 - Current
AccountingAssistant
QBE Insurance
04.2015 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - School of Management, Concentration in Finance
Boston University
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