Account Clerk Air Force
Resume:
Lorenzo Lewis
***********@*****.***
Houston, TX
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Park University, Parkville, MO Degree
Completed - May 2017
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Community College of the Air Force Degree Completed - February 2012
Associates in Hotel, Restaurant, and Fitness Management BOMA International
May 2018
Foundations of Real Estate Management
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
Accounting experience gained in Government Services, Property Management, Healthcare and Construction whilst on the United States Air Force Reserves List.
Self-motivated, fast-learner, punctual, responsible, and reliable
Uses logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and International Financial Reporting Standards
Strong knowledge of real estate concepts and lease terminology
Advanced knowledge of MS Office, MS Word, Excel (Pivot Table, V-Lookups), Bill.com, QuickBooks, Adobe, Zuora, Airbase, Expensify, Braintree, Tripaction, Amion, and strong working knowledge of SAP.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Netlify – Tech Startup Company (Remote Position) March 2021- Present
Staff Accountant
Ownership of the accounting function (including month-end close, financial statement preparation, AP/AR, tax filings and other activities).
Review payroll reconciliations, expense accruals, deferred rent, and other accounts as part of month- end close
Work closely with the Accounting Manager and Head of Finance in managing month-end, quarter-end and annual close processes
Partner cross-functionally in order to make improvements across all accounting process (automating reconciliations, report preparation, and reviewing accounting transactions)
Assist in the administration of financial operations software (Airbase, TripActions, Expensify, QuickBooks, Braintree, etc.)
Draft and propose accounting policies and procedures to help scale company Farallon Medical Alliance (Remote Position) February 2019- February 2021
Senior Accountant
General ledger, accounts receivable, and payable reconciliation for multiple entities utilizing QuickBooks and Bill.com
Performed the day-to-day full-charge bookkeeping functions for numerous clients including A/P, A/R, payroll, bank reconciliations, prepare financial reports and forecasts, and recording journal entries
Worked closely with the operating units, other Accounting groups and company departments to help to resolve any accounting issues that may arise.
Prepared monthly journal entries, general ledger, and bank statement account reconciliations
Worked with auditors related to the financial statement audit and control reviews
Contributed to the development of new or amended accounting systems, programs, and procedures
Worked with multiple teams across the organization to assist with deal review and month-end close responsibilities
Processed expense reports and Independent Contractor reimbursements.
Developed financial reports for financial analysis, forecasting, trending and results analysis during the regular close process and on an ad hoc basis and assist with inquiries
Analyzed balance sheet and P&L accounts on a monthly basis; Preparing any related schedules
Responded to frequent requests for information from internal staff, auditors, and third-party consultants.
Budget vs. Actual report preparation and analysis.
Participated/coordinated accounting or cross-business unit finance projects to identify and implement process improvements and process streamlining
Supported annual budgeting process: interacts with internal sources to gather necessary inputs, performs detailed analysis, and responds to inquiries from management
Regularly maintained sharp, analytical thinking abilities, always seeking to draw connections Baxter Construction & Development, Inc.
January 2018- January 2019
Accountant
Prepared asset, liability, and capital account entries by compiling and analyzing account information
Prepare required monthly and quarterly reports for joint ventures, including general ledger analysis of corrected asset classification
Reviewed income, expense, deferred leasing, and capital purchases for accurate coding and payment.
Increased financial accuracy by analyzing financial reports, providing feedback, and addressing reconciled items with Property Manager
Generated budget variance explanation reports, capitalized expenditure, insurance, and accrued operating expense schedules to support income statement and balance sheet accounts
Responsible for various spreadsheet analysis, monthly income schedules and reconciliations, proposed journal adjustments, and wire transfers
Reviewed and approve daily accounts payable checks including, payroll, monthly billing edits and monthly work order invoice register
Demonstrated solid understanding of revenue recognition by completing same-store NOI analysis
Prepared bank and credit card reconciliation
Analyzed year to date property projections, income reforecasting and expenses UNITED STATES AIR FORCE (Active Duty/Reserves) August 2009 - January 2018
Government Services Admin/Services Craftsman
Provided advanced financial advice to general manger for Air Force Inn lodging operations. Included close examination of financial data, records, and reports.
Liaison between lien contractor and Air Force Lodging General Manager; enforced compliance with contractual requirements/monitored contractor progress with strict guidance to a specific schedule
Prepared and analyzed financial statements and reports to assess accuracy, completeness, and conformance to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Produced up-to-the-minute information using internal controls to present to the management team; allowed management to base decisions on present data
Managed front desk clerks/schedules/ Non-appropriated funds (NAF) accounting
Created spreadsheets for balance sheets and financial statements in Excel. City of Houston (work whilst in the USAF Reserves) August 2015- May 2016
Senior Account Clerk
Prepared accounting transactions as required to maintain the general ledger, including journal entries, accounts receivable, payables, and monthly reconciliations
Paid vendor’s invoices through SAP
Identified opportunities for continuous improvement and finds solutions to problems and obstacles
Assured the management and integrity of all fiscal data in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations
Maintained and managed expenditures
Lewis Construction (work whilst in the USAF Reserves) February 2013
– Oct 2014
Accounting Clerk
Facilitated internal audits to assist with proper bookkeeping procedures
Analyzed and resolved discrepancies in monthly bank account statements
Composed accounting reports summarizing the accounts payable data for various departments of the organization
Consistently maintained accuracy in calculating figures and amounts such interest, commissions, and discounts
Compiled management reports and assisted with audits
Created historical recording by scanning and organizing documents
Completed balance sheet reconciliations using QuickBooks
Negotiated payment terms with vendors, suppliers, and contractors
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