Financial Analyst Accounting Manager

Sudha Krishnamoorthy

Madison, AL ***** 617-***-**** ****.******@*****.***

Summary of Qualifications

Experienced Accountant with extensive knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and accounting best practices. Proven ability to gain the trust and respect of key decision makers and other stakeholders. Excel in mentoring, leading, and motivating professional teams whose members meet the highest standards of integrity and performance. Hold an MBA with a focus in Accounting and Finance. Proficient using ADP & Paychex systems, M3 & Timberline software, QuickBooks and QuickBooks Online Range of experience includes:

Cost & Progressive Accounting Client Relations Project Management Chartered Accountant (CA) – Intermediate

Financial Reporting Data Analysis Taxation Payroll 1099 & Related Forms Month, Quarter, & Year-End Closings Banking Transactions Accounts Payable/Receivable (AP/AR) Real Estate Finance Compliance Staff Supervision

Work Experience

madison core laboratories October 2018 - present

staff accountant & HR generalist

Primary responsibilities – Lead on accounts payable and payroll processing. Lead on training and delegating responsibilities to new members on the team

secondary responsibilities – Compile and analyze financial statements, cash flow analysis, budgeting and forecasting, AR/Revenue coding and posting entries, setting up PO processes, Bank Reconciliations, month/year- end closings. Extensive collaborations with external and internal CPA’S to analyze financial statements for discrepancies. Sales tax reporting.

OTHER HR RESPONSIBILITIES - Collaborate with managers in assisting onboarding new employees, managing employee benefits, processing employee terminations, assist in responding to employee pay and benefit inquiries, processing termination checks, offer proactive recruiting assistance.

NBM Technologies April 2017 – August 2018

Accounting Manager

Finance operations responsible for Payroll, Billing, Account Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger and Journal Entries. Authorized and prepared monthly J/E account analysis, forecast budgets and financial statement preparation. Responsible for bringing-in a third-party project management software integration .

SPARKMAN, SHEPARD & MORRIS P.C Aug 2016 – March 2017

Staff Accountant

Prepares consolidated internal and external financial statements by gathering and analyzing information from the general ledger system and from departments.

Prepares general ledger entries by maintaining records and files, reconciling accounts and preparing payments by accruing expenses, assigning account numbers

Responsible for all accounts receivable and accounts payable

Assist Senior Accountant with payroll system and payroll related items

Reconcile accounts receivable ledger and maintain accurate aging report and interact with customers to resolve outstanding issues

Alabama a&m university March 2016 – July 2016

Senior Payroll Accountant

Directs and participates in the preparation of bi-weekly, monthly, faculty and

student payrolls; batching and processing of payroll source documents; balancing and correcting payroll edits; new employee processing; payroll change form processing; payroll file maintenance; error check processing; exception pay processing; terminations processing; and preparation of payroll reports. Assist in payroll reconciliations

Compiling and computing of statistical and other payroll data & assist in payroll policies and procedures. Resolve claims made by employees regarding payroll computation matters.

Coordinates paycheck preparation and distribution procedure & assist in year-end auditing

Directs the preparation of payroll summaries, control figures, tax reports and other various governmental reports and conduct 941 analysis

Wingstop restaurants, Houston, TX 2013 – 2015

Accounting Manager

Leveraged QuickBooks expertise to direct all accounting functions for five restaurant franchises with annual revenues ranging from $250M to $500M. Ensured accurate and timely preparation/submission of taxes, including sales and payroll, 1099s, W2s, W3s, FUTA, SUTA, and other documents. Maintained general ledger (GL); organized complex files and records. Generated monthly, quarterly, and annual statements as well as ad hoc reports. Led regular status review meetings.

Supervised the work of a five-person accounting team, including reviewing cash and bank reconciliations, deposits, credit card statement reconciliations, and similar documents.

Ensured accuracy of GL, reconciliations, check runs, AP/AR, payroll, debt transactions, revenue and expense reporting, and other financial activity.

Partnered with external CPAs and IRS representatives to complete multi-state payroll taxes.

Teamed with senior leadership to identify and resolve payroll, month-/year-end financial close, and tax issues.

Answers accounting and financial questions by researching and interpreting data

Facilitated monthly, quarterly, and annual closing activities.

Blast Fitness Group, Auburndale, MA 2012

Senior Accountant

Projected and reported monthly and annual receivables for approximately 20 locations. Managed annual budgeting and forecasting activities; analyzed and interpreted financial data. Oversaw GL month-end close and presented results to senior staff. Reviewed balance sheets and income statements. Prepared/reconciled GL entries.

Hired, trained, and evaluated the work of two junior data entry associates as well as supervised four direct reports in the Payroll and Accounts Payable departments.

Worked closely with management to create and implement expansion plans that included capital expenditure, cash flow, and debt strategies.

Examined micro/macro receivables trends to provide targeted recommendations on revenue, expenditures, and general business operations.

Consumers United Inc., Boston, MA 2011 – 2012

Controller

In a senior financial role for an insurance firm, provided oversight for AP/AR, payroll, inter-company reconciliations, asset and liability accounts, and expense control. Managed all general and cost accounting functions, including services costing and real-time data tracking for cash flow and GL maintenance. Coordinated the timely payment of debts and loans; reviewed receipts for expense reports. Monitored compliance with procedures and internal controls.

Worked closely with CEO and CFO to prepare monthly/annual budgets and forecasts. Evaluated and recommended actions regarding budget and funding requests.

Led monthly/quarterly/yearly financial accounting close processes.

Played a key role in annual audit and tax preparation.

Analyzed information related to deferred revenue, interest/depreciation calculations, and other financial transactions to ensure compliance with revenue recognition policies.

Served as subject matter expert (SME) and financial advisor for management.

Collaborated with in-house and external CPAs and other financial professionals to manage monthly, quarterly, and yearly financial closings.

Sarni’s of Greater Boston, Everett, MA 2010 – 2011

Financial Analyst/Accountant

Compiled, evaluated, and presented information to CEO/President of a $100M dry cleaning company. Submitted data on sales, revenue, expenditures, and cash flow; analyzed trends; identified and resolved accounting discrepancies. Partnered with internal/external financial professionals on audits and year-end closings. Assisted with AP/AR, payroll, and banking reconciliations.

Prepared profit and loss (P&L) statements as well as monthly closing and cost accounting reports.

Reviewed actuals to forecast results; created variance reports and forecasts.

Compass Realty Associates, Burlington, MA 2009 – 2010

Accountant

Worked with internal/external auditors to review hotel client methodologies and complete monthly audits. Managed financial functions with responsibility for budgets, forecasting, payroll, and AP/AR. Prepared balance sheets, P&L statements, and similar documents.

Ensured timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and yearly closings.

Consolidated financial reports, budgets, and variance analyses.

Additional experience as Business Analyst/Senior Accountant for Federal Reserve Bank, Boston, MA (2009); as Financial Analyst/AP Specialist at State Street Corporation, Boston, MA (2007 – 2008); and as AP Specialist/Bookkeeper with

Aramark Corporation, Dallas, TX (2004 – 2007).

Education

University of Dallas, Dallas, TX

Master of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance

University of Pune, India

Masters in Cost Accounting and Auditing

Masters in Human Resources

University of Bombay, India

Bachelors in Business and Marketing

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