Accountant

Alfonso J. Davis

Accountant

*************@*****.*** 347-***-**** Hyattsville, MD

Professional Summary

Results- and detail-oriented Staff Accountant with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and 10+ years of experience in financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and fraud prevention. Proven ability to streamline financial processes, identify and recover funds through meticulous oversight, and ensure compliance with accounting standards. Skilled in accounts payable/receivable, payroll administration, and various accounting software programs (see Technical Proficiencies).

Core Competencies

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Budgeting & Forecasting

Cash Flow Management & Cost Control

Accounts Payable & Receivable Management

Financial Software Integration

Auditing & Regulatory Compliance

Bank & Credit Card Reconciliation

Fraud Detection & Prevention

General Ledger Management

Payroll Administration

Selective Accomplishments

Maintained a perfect audit record from 2018 to 2024, demonstrating exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.

Recovered $50,000 in fraudulent checks and collaborated with leadership to recover $100,000 in outstanding dues payments.

Conducted primary audit functions to identify discrepancies and ensure financial integrity and compliance.

Streamlined operational processes while maintaining superior financial outcomes, earning recognition for efficiency and quality.

Commended by peers and management for exceptional work ethic and ability to manage complex accounting tasks independently.

Professional Experience

Contract Travel Accountant, International Brotherhood of Teamsters, Washington, DC, August 2024–November 2024

Audited 100 credit card transactions per day, to ensure accurate Merchant Category Codes (MCC) classification, and coded individual expense reports using SAP Concur.

Processed an average of 50 travel-related invoices and vouchers weekly using Microsoft Dynamics XL.

Applied the LM2 schedule for precise expense account monitoring, ensuring adherence to internal financial controls.

Bookkeeper/Staff Accountant, CWA Local 1180, New York, September 2017–July 2024

Maintained a perfect audit record from 2018 to 2024, demonstrating exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.

Conducted audits of bills and online banking activities, identifying and preventing over $75,000 in fraudulent activities.

Managed cash flow and accounts using QuickBooks Pro, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and agency standards.

Prepared annual budget reports and monthly financial documents for executive board review, enabling informed decision-making.

Contract Accounts Payable Accountant, Beam Living, New York, April 2017–August 2017

Resolved over $100,000 of outstanding payables within one month using Nexus and MRI, demonstrating expertise in software and fiscal management.

Processed and paid an average of 200 vendor invoices weekly, using NEXUS and MRI software, ensuring timely and accurate financial transactions.

Prepared manual vendor invoices and weekly payroll for 50 union and administrative employees, maintaining seamless payment processing.

Collaborated with executive and financial teams to post accruals, month-end journal entries, and union payroll entries.

Conducted property bank reconciliations to maintain precise and updated financial records.

Payroll Bookkeeper, RAIN Home Health Care, New York, March 2014–August 2015

Streamlined payroll processing by implementing PayPro, saving the company an estimated $100,000 in adjustments.

Improved financial tracking by implementing efficient cost allocation methods.

Processed bi-weekly payroll for 400-600 employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.

Maintained payroll records, resolved discrepancies, and recorded journal entries for office and field staff.

Managed data entry, payroll reimbursements, and payables, allocating costs to appropriate organizations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Accounting - Morehouse College, Atlanta, GA

Certification

Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certification

Issued by Intuit Academy, December 2024

Intuit QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor Level 1 and 2 Certification

Issued by Intuit QuickBooks, January 2025

Technical Proficiencies

Software & Tools: SAP Concur, Microsoft Dynamics XL, QuickBooks Pro, ADP, Paychex, Nexus, MRI, Oracle/PeopleSoft, PayPro, Microsoft Office Suite

Communication: ZOOM, MS Teams, Google Meet

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