ANGELA S. BELL
Saint Louis, MO 314-***-**** ad7nao@r.postjobfree.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
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Diligent accounting professional with the ability to work independently as well as in a group. I have excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficient in financial analysis, expense management, and payroll functions. I can complete month-end closing duties and reconcile the general ledger to maintain accuracy and reduce risk. Excellent command of applicable laws, regulations, and best practices. I would be an asset to the company because I am loyal, dependable, focused, as well as a fast learner and able to adapt to various situations when necessary.
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SKILLS
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Payroll Administration
GAAP Compliance
Bookkeeping
Funds Management
Financial Statement
Financial Planning
Tax Preparation
Quickbooks Expertise
Problem-Solving Skills
Highly Organized
Positive Attitude
Month End Close
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EXPERIENCE
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December 2023 - Current
Accountant/Fiscal Manager
Tradition One
Responsible for processing payroll using timesheets submitted by employees
Payroll was processed using QuickBooks Desktop and later switched to QuickBooks Online
The previous system was ADP and the accounting system was Aplos
Processed bank reconciliations for 4 bank accounts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and petty cash.
Responsible for general ledger transactions, journal entries, budgeting, forecasting, and all aspects of fiscal management
Admit clients to the residential facility using SanWits billing/admission software.
Respond to emails, ensure employee benefits are sent to proper entities after payroll deduction.
July 2013 - February 2024
Payroll Retention Specialist
Alorica, Inc.
I was responsible for retaining payroll customers by assisting them with all payroll issues. This was done by remote access into their computer and guiding them through the process when possible; it also required me to process the payroll for them when necessary
It was my duty to assist with resolving payroll tax issues for federal and state when necessary
This included but was not limited to the United States, South America, Philippines, and Asia-Pacific
I also worked with TurboTax for 4-5 years in the same manner, this entailed assisting individuals as well as business in completing taxes, correcting tax errors and submission of tax return to IRS.
As a Customer Care specialist/SME (Subject matter expert), I was also responsible for assisting customers with accounting procedures such as A/P, A/R, journal entries, posting invoices, paying bills, issuing credit memos, and bank reconciliations. I was also responsible for assisting/guiding other agents in these areas as well.
Managed conflicts by generating reports concerning interactions with employees, steps taken to arrive at solutions and reportable outcomes of interventions.
The position also included installing the Quickbooks software on the customer's computer.
Helped drive organizational improvements by coordinating employee networks, task forces and committees. I served on the Culture Committee which was a means to elevate employee job satisfaction, boost employee morale, and promoting inclusion within the company.
January 2007 - December 2012
Accountant
Hawkins Financial Services St Louis, MO
Performed a variety of accounting services for a range of clients which included small to mid-size corporations and nonprofit businesses. Used GAAP principles for financial reporting.
Worked independently reconciling general ledger accounts, prepared journal entries and reported issues to management.
Performed year-end reconciliations and handled closing processes.
Processed invoices and posted payments, transferring entries from journal to ledger.
Administered accounts payable, accounts receivable, Petty cash, and billing.
Prepared, explained and administered the budget.
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EDUCATION
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December 2005
Masters Degree - Business Administration
Fontbonne University, Clayton, Missouri
Honors: Suma Cum laude
May 2004
Bachelors Degree - Business Administration/Accounting
Fontbonne University, Clayton, Missouri
Honors: Magna cum Laude
GPA: 3.98
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SKILLS
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Peachtree, Sage (invoicing), Gusto, Quickbooks, Turbo Tax, Bamboo HR, QuickBooks, Payroll Mate, WorkDay, ADP, Paychex, Microsoft Office Suite, excellent oral and written skills.
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HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
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Reading
Writing poems
Crossword puzzles
Sewing
Cooking
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