SAMUEL BOATENG
* ****** *****, ********, ** *****: Cell: 540-***-**** *********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
To provide professional level accounting and finance support to the organization by demonstrating knowledge of Generally Acceptable Accounting Principles and Procedures that will enhance the success of the accounting and finance department of the organization.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Access Home-health Care – Staff Accountant (6/2014 – 11/2014)
Utilized computerized ACCOUNTING SOFTWARE PROGRAMS (Cortex EDI, QuickBooks, Allegheny, Excel) to perform duties and responsibilities.
Reconciled Clients/Patients Statements and recording accounting transactions to their ledger.
Reconciled Bank Statements for Operating and Payroll Accounts for AHC and AMS.
Ran bi-monthly financial accounting reports through QUICK BOOKS and AR/AP through Cortex EDI software.
Prepared and maintained payroll records, general ledger accounts and staff balances for employees on weekly basis and submitted fortnightly returns on FICA, State and Federal withholdings.
Prepared payroll expenditures, tax withholdings and other deductions from the journal postings to the financial accounting system.
Processed accounts payable invoices and generate payments to vendors in accordance with payment terms and maintain all vouchers for vendor files
Maintained communications with purchasing, contracts and project management departments to ensure timely and accurate billing to clients
Resolved account discrepancies by investigating documentations; issuing stop payments, adjustments to clients and employees where necessary.
Pursued ageing accounts receivables that are due for collections as per the company policy.
Envoy Healthcare of Alexandria – Health Information Management (3/2010 – 1/2014)
Compiled, verified, and typed medical records of Envoy admission documents and other healthcare facilities for residents in the facility.
Prepared New Charts/folders and maintained records of newly admitted patients to cover Medicare, Medicaid, Private Insurance and other various payer sources.
Compiled statistical data for admissions, discharges/deaths, and types of treatment given.
Maintained confidentiality, following HIPPA regulations, guidelines of residents’ rights and dignity.
Maintained the facility’s healthcare documentation and processes necessary for compliance with the state, federal and other regulatory agencies requirements of the facility’s medical records requests.
Ensured all Medicare Certifications and re-certifications as well as Physician progress notes are signed in a timely manner for skilled patients and notifies MDs
Communicated with Pharmacy in reference to additions/deletions of customer MARs, and POFs;
Assisted the Business Office Manager in all business office functions and responsibilities that are focused on accounts payable and resident database management.
May 2006-12/2011: Breakthrough Evangelistic Ministries Int., Woodbridge, VA - Accountant
Implemented accounting controls to adequately account for cash disbursements, and keep financial records, using journals, Accounts payables and receivables and General ledger.
Proficient in MS Excel, particularly in formulas, lookups, macros and pivot tables
Create and maintain statistical and financial accounting reports pertaining to such matters as cash receipts, expenditures, accounts payables and receivables
Analyzed and prepared annual budget, forecasting, bank reconciliation statements and various financial functions.
Reviewed the internal control systems, policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines.
Maintained current knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures for tax accounting participated in special projects as required by management
Computer Science Corporation, Falls Church, VA - Financial Analyst (Compliance Audit) Jan. 2006 – Oct. 2009
Audited Subcontractor reconciliation and invoices in accordance with CSC Policy 780 and submitted daily report to Management.
Reviewed and requested invoice revisions to PCO Managers based upon company policy, guidelines and procedures; and communicated any other issues therein for resolution.
Reviewed and audited T&M, CPFF, FF and IDIQ contract types and ensured compliance with the Federal Acquisition and Regulations [FAR] before processing to AP for payment.
Approved Subcontractor invoices for payment after auditing, and was able to help my unit beat monthly deadlines, reduced monthly accruals, which increased efficiency and corporate cost savings.
Audited and reconciled the accuracy of Cost Point data entries and reported inaccuracies for correction
Reviewed general ledger accounts to ensure expenditure are in accordance with the FAR, policy of the company and ensured GAAP compliance.
Knowledge of the federal Acquisition Regulations, Cost Accounting Standards, and Defense Contract audit Agency and General Accepted Accounting Principles.
Performed all aspects of an audit, including planning, testing of controls, and prepared work papers to document and report audit findings
Reviewed and audited employees’ travel expense report to ensure compliance with FAR and company policy.
EDUCATION
- Some coursework completed towards MBA Program with Ashford University.
March, 2006 Strayer University, Alexandria, VA: Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting and minor in Economics
-Recipient of Honors Degree in Accounting, June 2006
-Secretary, Strayer University Accounting Club. From 2005-2006
•Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply Management, Lincolnshire, UK.
•Society of Company & Commercial Accountant (SCCA P.2), Bristol, U.K.
November 2009 Completed H & R Block Tax Training Certification and worked part-time with H&R Block in Stafford, VA during the tax season from Jan – May 2010, 2011 and 2014.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, ACCPAC, QUICK BOOKS, SAP, PeopleSoft, Peachtree, Deltek Cost Point, Lotus Notes, Sarbanes Oxley, Alleghany. Cortex-EDI.