Accounting Executive Assistant

LA'SHAN SMITH

***** ********* ****** ****. #-***, Houston, TX 77073 H: 832-***-**** C: 832-***-****

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Hard-working and technically skilled in Accounting & Executive Asst. To Comptrollers/VP's known foraccuracy, attention to detail and timeliness in managing disbursement functions for diverse-industry

employers. Accounting career spans 16 years of experience in Manufacturing, Health Care, Oil & Gas,

Government other industries and has included accountability for the processing of up to over ($1M ) per

month(invoices). Backed by solid credentials (BS in accounting) and proficiencies in generally accepted

accounting practices. Experienced in developing and implementing financial systems, strategies, processesand controls that significantly improve company performance. Expert in establishing accounting functions,systems and best practices; cost-reduction, automation and tax strategies; and lasting business relationships to

ensure goal-surpassing fiscal performance. Excel in resolving employer challenges with innovative

solutions, systems and process improvements proven to increase efficiency, customer satisfaction and .Offeradvanced computer skills in of Excel, Word, QuickBooks, Yardi, Jenark, Rent Roll, Oracle, JD Edwards,PowerPoint, Access, SAP, Peoplesoft, Hud Manager, SharePoint and Peachtree, PeopleSoft and otherapplications/systems.

SKILLS

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Intuit QuickBooks specialistStrong communicationTax accounting specialization skillsSuperior attention to detailAccountingCorporate tax planning knowledge procedures consultantAccount reconciliationQuickBooks expert specialistAdvanced bookkeeping skillsSelf-Oracle proficiency motivated professionalBudget analysis

WORK HISTORY

Accountant

Walters Investment Group - Houston, TX 10/2009 - Current

Modified a comprehensive financial reporting package to reflect growing organizational complexity.Maintained integrity of general ledger, including the chart of accounts.Filed tax returns and prepared governmental reports in compliance with strict standards.Analyzed monthly balance sheet accounts for corporate reporting.Cooperated with engineering, manufacturing and corporate accounting to verify that quality standardswere met.Optimized and managed research and development spending through collaboration with key businessleaders.Generated financial statements and facilitated account closing procedures each month.Compiled general ledger entries on a short schedule with nearly 100% accuracy.Analyzed and researched reporting issues to improve accounting operations procedures.Created periodic reports comparing budgeted costs to actual costs.

Executive Assistant to Comptroller

OCC - Washington, DC 03/2005 - 01/2010

Planned and coordinated logistics and materials for board meetings, committee meetings and staff

events.

Created detailed expense reports and requests for capital expenditures.Ordered and distributed office supplies while adhering to a fixed office budget.Coordinated domestic and international travel arrangements, including booking airfare, hotel andtransportation.Managed office supplies, vendors, organization and upkeep.Directed guests and routed deliveries and courier services.Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews.Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages.Opened and properly distributed incoming mail.Greeted numerous visitors, including VIPs, vendors and interview candidates.Helped distribute employee notices and mail around the office.

Maintained a clean reception area, including lounge and associated areas.Assisted with event planning, including associated travel and logistical arrangements.Completed data entry, tracked resumes and maintained the applicant tracking system.Coordinated board and committee meetings, including schedules and information preparation anddistribution.Developed and maintained an internal client filing system.Managed the CEO's complex and frequently changing travel arrangements and coordinated the

pre-planning of trips.

Billing Admini/ Exec. Asst. AssistantGreater Southeast Community Hospital - Washington, MD 06/1995 - 02/2005

Served as executive assistant to the management team, handled a busy phone system, functioned asprimary liaison to customers and ensured a consistently positive customer experience.Accurately completed insurance and Medicaid billing and OASIS documentations in timely manner.Managed a high-volume caseload and organized the daily schedules of physical therapy assistants and

patients.Skillfully updated departmental goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies and procedures.Initiated, performed and documented quarterly coding audits for physicians.Managed collections claims for unpaid bills against the estates of debtors.Expertly transcribed medical reports for a variety of physicians in a hospital setting.Interacted with providers and other medical professionals regarding billing and documentation policies,procedures and regulations.Conscientiously reviewed medical record information to identify appropriate coding based on CMSHCC categories.

Scheduled appointments, registered patients and distributed sample pharmaceuticals as prescribed.

Precisely completed appropriate claims paperwork, documentation and system entry.Correctly coded and billed medical claims for various hospital and nursing facilities.Prepared billing correspondence and maintained database to organize billing information.Printed and reviewed monthly patient aging report and solicited overdue payments.Accurately posted surgeries, hospital visits and payments for assigned carriers.Compiled and tracked outstanding balances owed to medical facilities.

EDUCATION

Business Administration : MarketingHoward University - Washington, DC 2002

Accounting

Business and Business Administration coursework

Coursework in Management

Bachelors: Accounting

Georgetown - Washington, DC 1998

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