Accounts Payable Staff Accountant

MARY KOSSLER

Reston, VA ***** 703-***-**** ********@*******.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Detail-oriented and diligent accounting professional with a solid record managing finances for multiple organizations. Organize and oversee effective financial controls based on expertise, changing laws, and market trends. Keep businesses compliant and records accurate with consistent accounting oversight.

SKILLS

GAAP compliance

Journal entry preparation

Payroll Administration

Financial Reporting

General ledger accounting

Payroll Processing

Month-end closing

EXPERIENCE

Staff Accountant

Building Services Management Inc Falls Church, Va

October 2015 - January 2024

Prepared journal entries in compliance with GAAP using proper documentation and approvals

Expanded position in the company from initial role to becoming a trusted consultant for owner's sister company.

Administered accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing.

Managed, maintained, and prepared financial statements and reports.

Prepared monthly sales tax liabilities for multiple companies, including payments to the various state tax jurisdictions

Bi-monthly payroll tax deposits, Quarterly, and Yearly tax reporting

Led a team of accounting personnel creating and managing financial statements and coordinating with an outside Certified Public Accountant

Lead Tax Preparer

Liberty Tax Service Herndon, VA

September 2009 - May 2022

Supported individual and business tax clients and prepared simple to complex tax returns.

Educated clients on various tax credits, deductions, exclusions, exemptions, and incentives available to help reduce their taxes owed.

Collaborated with other team members to provide comprehensive tax services for clients.

Temp Accountant

Various

March 2014 - September 2015

Administered accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing.

Reconciled bank accounts and oversaw to ensure accurate financial records.

Reconciled general ledger accounts and reported issues to management.

Processed invoices and posted payments, transferring entries from journal to ledger.

Effectively addressed and reconciled accounts that had not been accurately maintained for over a year, ensuring financial accuracy and compliance."

Staff Accountant

McClean Furniture Gallery Falls Church, VA

October 2013 - February 2014

Handled bank, balance sheet, and fixed asset reconciliations.

Prepared journal entries in compliance with GAAP using proper documentation and approvals.

Prepared payroll time documentation, calculations of liabilities and time off and paychecks.

EDUCATION

Associate in Science (A.S.) - Accounting/Network Administration

Northern Virginia Commuinty College, Sterling, VA

_11.25_0 Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Education With a Minor in Psychology

_11.25_0 Old Dominion University, Norfolk,VA

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