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Geneva, Illinois

New York, Ny

Prepare and file sales tax returns, commercial rent tax return, and various state and federal payroll returns.Perform the processing of functional and benefits expense allocations, monthly accruals, amortization of prepaid expenses, fixed assets depreciation and recording of adjusting and reclassification journal entries.Perform general accounts analysis and reconciliations, including bank statements, fixed assets, employer’s benefit costs, accruals and prepaid expenses. Assist Accounting Manager with broker/dealer general ledger and monthly close for preparation/coordination of monthly FOCUS report with supporting documentation as well as monthly financial statements.Assist with Broker-Dealer, Hedge Fund, and Non-for profit audits and reviews.

New York, Ny

Managed all bill paying transactions for multiple residences and business accounts, assist in financial statement preparation, prepared bank reconciliations, processed accounts payable, process accounts receivable, cash application. Created invoices and tracked overdue reimbursement. Managed payroll and prepare payroll tax returns for household employees. Research and resolved billing disputes. Assist with tax Preparation document control and submission to Deloitte for business and personal account. Maintained political and charitable contribution records. Maintained insurance policies and add new items when needed.Update various construction project spreadsheets required to track spending and prepare cost basis. Liaison with caretaker for various properties on various household issues. Assist office CPA with business account annual closing of books. (Allocation, journal entries)

Managed all financial transactions, including preparing consolidated balance sheet and income statement and bank reconciliations. Processed accounts payable and accounts receivable. Produced management financial statements and recorded all transactions in the general ledger. Established and maintained escrow and trust accounts. Generated bank deposits, verified and balanced receipts. Created invoices and tracked overdue accounts. Researched and resolved billing and collections disputes. Prepared management reports and financial summaries using Excel and QuickBooks Pro to detail company's financial status.Successfully created a cohesive staff and accomplished company's yearly projected goals.Proactively supported management in diverse functions outside of job duties; acquired valuable knowledge and experience in Paralegal functions to successfully close mortgage transactions and resolve any title insurance issues.Compiled and prepared detailed invoices, tracked overdue accounts, and generated bank deposits, demonstrating exceptional prioritizing and multitasking abilities in achieving goals and timelines.Managed payroll processing and prepared payroll tax returns, ensuring accuracy and timely completion.

Conducted comprehensive investigations and analysis of individual and businesses in default with NJ State taxes, with full accountability for collections, post-judgment civil enforcement, and canvassing. Collaboratively worked with customers to ensure exceptional customer service; promptly responded to inquiries and resolved issues to prevent escalation.Demonstrating exceptional research and analytical skills, proactively found unregistered vendors and others not in tax complianceRelied upon to lend expertise toward developing and presenting targeted recommendations to the audit department, Municipal Court, and to the Office of Criminal InvestigationsExhibited advanced communication skills in contacting businesses and individuals to secure delinquent tax returns and tax underpayments.

Managed financial transactions and record keeping with strict attention to detail. Reconciled and balanced accounts. Compiled statistical reports for supervisor. Handled cash receipts and accounts payable and receivable. Excelled within a fast-paced environment, continually taking on increased levels of responsibility.

Bs, Accounting

Bachelor Of Science, International Business