INNA KOMSA 518-***-**** • acvh4f@r.postjobfree.com

Delmar, NY 12054

ACCOUNTING PROFESSIONAL

Accountant Bookkeeper AP/AR Specialist Accounting Assistant Experienced accountant with a proven record of reducing tax obligations, streamlining accounting procedures, and improving company cash flow. International accounting experience results in the ability to support overseas subsidiaries and cross-border transactions. Possess strong organization, communication, and multitasking skills.

Areas of Expertise

Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable (AP/AR) Bookkeeping VAT/Tax Returns Income & Expense Tracking Financial Reporting Payroll Management Account Reconciliation Journal Entries General Ledger Month-end and Year-end Closings Billing & Invoicing EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Master of Science (MS) in Economics, Major in Accountancy ST. PETERSBURG STATE UNIVERSITY OF ECONOMICS AND FINANCE, Russia Certified Bookkeeper (CB)

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF PROFESSIONAL BOOKKEEPERS (AIPB) Completed examinations in adjusting entries, bank reconciliation, payroll, depreciation, inventory, internal controls, and fraud prevention.

Professional Development

• Accountant in Business (F1), Management Accounting (F2), Financial Accounting (F3), and Corporate & Business Law (F4) Exams, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)

• H&R Block Income Tax Course (ITC)

CAREER HISTORY

Career note (2011–Present): Relocated to the United States and completed professional development courses in bookkeeping and tax preparation.

HORIZON UTILITY SUPPLIES, LTD., Somerset, UK

Accounts Assistant (2008–2011)

Seamlessly transitioned to support corporate accounting for a UK company, quickly learning new tax and financial reporting requirements. Managed accounts payable and receivable (AP/AR), month-end and year-end financial reporting, bank reconciliations, journal entries, expense reporting, petty cash control, invoicing, and collections. Handled VAT tax returns.

• Identified opportunity to reduce company’s tax obligation while simultaneously reducing the primary shareholder’s taxable income. Noted spike in fuel surcharges and gained approval to eliminate auto benefits, resulting in a win-win tax situation and significant savings.

• Reduced quarterly VAT return preparation time from 6 hours to 1 hour by identifying and resolving recurring software issues.

• Overhauled the accounts receivable process to successfully collect 70% of “doubtful” debts, improve credit policies for new customers, and avoid new past-due accounts over a 3-year period. INNA KOMSA Page 2 • 518-***-**** • acvh4f@r.postjobfree.com AVANTEXS, LTD., St. Petersburg, Russia

Senior Accountant (2002–2008)

Directed all corporate accounting functions, including bookkeeping, account management, financial reporting, payroll, and VAT/tax returns. Assembled documentation for year-end audits and responded to all auditor inquiries. Prepared P&L statements, balance sheets, cash flow statements, and other financial reports. Supported finance team in preparing budgets, monthly forecasts, and cost reports.

• Supervised a team of 3 employees in the accounting department with responsibility for delegating and overseeing daily tasks.

• Reduced paperwork 30% and shortened preparation time for financial statements and tax returns by implementing new accounting software.

• Captured tax savings by improving tax planning and reducing payroll and income taxes.

• Achieved 100% compliance with Russia’s complex tax code and avoided all penalties/fees during entire term of employment, working closely with local and federal tax authorities.

• Improved cash flow by implementing payment calendar and accelerating collections of accounts receivable.

ST. PETERSBURG RENT SERVICE, LTD., St. Petersburg, Russia Accountant (1995–2002)

Managed payroll, accounts payable and receivable (AP/AR), VAT/tax return preparations, and bank reconciliations. Maintained the fixed assets ledger and calculated depreciation for bookkeeping and tax purposes. Prepared annual reports, including balance sheets and P&L statements.

• Lowered expenses while streamlining the preparation of financial statements and tax returns by introducing process improvements and new accounting procedures.

• Enabled repayment of bank loan in 3 years (versus the planned 5 years) through the effective management of cash flow, resulting in significant savings on interest expenses.

• Achieved significant cost savings by partnering with senior leadership to structure the investment of foreign assets, thus avoiding customs limits. ST. PETERSBURG WOOD COMPANY, LTD., St. Petersburg, Russia Accountant (1991–1995)

Maintained all general ledger functions, including month-end closings and accruals, account analysis, account reconciliation, adjustments, and journal entries. Prepared VAT and tax returns. Processed payroll and submitted all required documentation to tax authorities. LANGUAGE & COMPUTER SKILLS

Languages: Fluent in English and Russian

Software Applications: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint), QuickBooks, and Sage Line 50

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