KIMBERLY MCCRAY
***** ********* **.,*HOUSTON, TX 77084 * 281-***-*****
acgj4t@r.postjobfree.com
CAREER OBJECTIVE:
I am seeking a position that utilizes my strengths of effectively managing
multiple, urgent and competing priorities and which integrates my ever
increasing knowledge of accounting processes. In short, a progressive
position that allows me to utilize my talents while contributing to
effectively exceed company goals and objectives.
Professional Experience:
Bookkeeping Assistant (seasonal-part time) Behind the Numbers Financial
Consulting, Houston, TX, 2012 - 2014
. Assist with data entry/recording of clients' transactional activity
including accounts payables & receivables
. Assist with performing clients' monthly bank account reconciliation
. Assist in the preparation of simple to moderately complex tax returns of
clients including individuals and small business tax returns
. Create invoice billings to clients and record payments to clients'
accounts
. Prepare client statements and follow-up on past due accounts, maintain
client files as needed
. Assist with year-end miscellaneous 1099 forms
Accounting Specialist (recent layoff) Wells Fargo Bank, Houston, TX, 2009 -
2014
. Performed daily tasks such as AP /AR, maintain deposits,
reconciliations, research and post a variety of funds, credits and
tracking deposits and maintaining internal file system.
. Reviewed invoices for appropriate documentation including verification
of account classification, approval authorization, backup
documentation and compliance prior to payment
. Assist with audits and participate in accounting month end process
. Reviewed open PO receipts, match with associated invoices, and review
un-vouched receipts
. Process accurately the daily functions of general ledger records
including disbursements, payments, and advances
. Identify Purchase Order receipts discrepancies and provide error
resolution
Secured Deposit Analyst (Contract) Compass Bank, Houston, TX, 2008 - 2009
. Managed the public funds pledged deposit process to ensure compliance
with depository pledge agreements and regulations
. Ensured that public fund deposits were appropriately collateralized at
all times
. Managed the custodian bank (Federal Home Loan Bank) security positions
as related to pledging, collateral, document maintenance, bank sale of
securities facilitation, etc.
. Reviewed and processed investment policies and developed favorable
depository relationships
Account Administrator, Bank of New York, Houston, TX, 2007 - 2008
. Maintained position and income records for syndicated bank loan assets in
mutual fund portfolios
. Worked with Investment Manager on assigned portfolios, trades
inputting/settling and on ad hoc requests
. Liaised daily with agent banks via faxed notifications
. Processed trades, reconciled cash balances to vendor system, filed
bank loan notices from agent banks, provided daily reporting per
client specifications and responded to customer inquiries on a daily
basis
Loan Specialist/Processor, Countrywide Home Loans, Houston, TX 2006 - 2007
. Evaluated loan applications for accuracy and completeness, ordered
appraisals, flood certificates and titles
. Prepared documents for closing with borrower and title company
. Input and updated data in underwriter screens in EDGE and CLUES loan
processing systems
Junior Underwriter/Acct Manager, Aegis Funding Corporation, Houston, TX,
2003 - 2006
. Performed preliminary reviews of borrowers' credit levels, calculated
debt-to-income (DTI) ratios and processed appraisal reviews
. Completed quality control audits on all pertinent information for
potential borrowers and to ensure loan compliance
. Cleared pending conditions for underwriters prior to forwarding loans
to closing
. Processed 60-75 loans per month - exceeding company standards (in top
5% of company processors)
. Developed rapport between underwriters, brokers and account executives
to assist in compiling and verifying all necessary loan documentation
information in order to achieve funding goals
. Monitored loan processing through to funding
Wholesale Loan Shipper, Aegis Mortgage Corporation, Houston, TX 2002 - 2003
. Gathered, prepared and examined documentation for 60-70 loans weekly to
ensure proper/timely delivery of loans to company investors.
Education:
2013 Lone Star College - A.A.S in Business Management - Accounting
Experience in various software applications:
MS Office Suite, People Soft, Quick Books, Access, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes
and SAP.