Accounting, finance and taxation
EDUCATION
ST. JOHN’S UNIVERSITY B.S., Accounting Completed June 2014
WORK & LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE C.P.A Anticipated 2017
July 2014- Present
Rubies Costume Company, Jamaica, NY
Accounts Receivable Clerk
Responsible for the efficient and accurate processing of incoming payments in a high volume, deadline specific environment.
Prepare and enter general ledger journal entries for completion of monthly financials.
Reviewed domestic and foreign invoices, verified expenditure and processed wire transfer payment.
Research and respond to inquiries from internal auditors to help prepare for annual audits.
Analyzed and researched the expense variance on a monthly basis, reviewed unusual cost records and ensured the cost data is allocated correctly for tax auditing and filing purposes.
Reviewed and analyzed shipping costs and performed a cost benefit analysis, which resulted in savings of $100,000.
Responsible for the timely processing of up to 20,000 invoices per month working with EDI companies including Wal-Mart and Party City.
January 2013- April 2013
Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA), Jamaica, NY
Tax Preparer
Reviewed taxpayer’s documents to ensure proper requirements were met.
Interview taxpayer to determine if all income, deductions and allowable credits are claimed.
Analyzed tax returns and answered tax related queries regarding tax codes and appropriate deductions.
Administrate on-site quality review on completed return prior to taxpayer’s signature.
Prepared tax returns using electronic filing software tax wise.
October 2012 - December 2012
Grant Management Services, Albertson, NY
Accounting Intern
Reconcile and balance bank and investment accounts.
Maintained and posted entries to the general ledger.
Analyzed monthly budgeting of $20,000 and accounting reports to maintain expenditure control.
Monitor customers account details and identify and investigate non-payments, delayed payments and other variances.
Prepared and distributed financial statements to members of the board.
SKILLS, ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS
Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft office, Pivot Table, V-Look Up, Tax Wise Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, Simparel
Languages: Fluent in Hindi, Punjabi, Basic knowledge of Spanish
Activities: Accounting Club, Student Affiliate Member of the AICPA, Glen Oaks Nursing Home - Volunteer
Interests: Worked as a personal fitness trainer for local community. Played basketball for several leagues.