Data Analyst Staff Accountant

Email: ************.*@*****.***

Cell: 832-***-****

ASSEL BALDANBAYEVA

SUMMARY:

Detail-oriented and highly motivated staff accountant with experience in financial management and accounting. Proven ability to ensure financial accuracy and compliance while improving processes and maintaining strict deadlines. Adept at analyzing data, preparing financial reports, and providing valuable insights to support decision-making. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Seeking to contribute my expertise to a dynamic organization.

Professional Skills:

• Financial Management, Proficient in GAAP and Accounting Principles and Regulations.

• Account Reconciliation 3-Way P.O. Vouchering, Bookkeeping, Cash Application, Creating JE, Posting Transaction in GL, Process Improvement, Data analyst, Accounting Operations, AR Aging Reports, Accounting Research, Audit of Inventories.

• SAP Business One, SAP, SAP S/4 HANA, JD Edwards 9.1, QuickBooks, Insight Power User System, SunGard, Global, IMS, TAM, Salesforce.

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook), Excel (Pivot Tables, V-Lookup, Formulas) Education:

• Master of Science in Finance Staffordshire University Kuala-Lumpur Malaysia 2014- 2015

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance and Accounting Staffordshire University Kuala-Lumpur Malaysia 2009-2014 Certification:

• SAP Certified Associate Business Process Integration with SAP S4/HANA 1809 Management Skills:

• Effectively conveying financial information and analyzing complex financial issues.

• Making critical financial decisions and identifying trends for strategic decisions.

• Assessing and mitigating financial risks and efficiently meeting deadlines.

• Staying current with industry changes and resolving workplace conflicts.

• Upholding ethical and regulatory standards and creating and managing financial plans.

• Building strong client, stakeholders, and vendors relationships.

• Managing accounting projects and developing team skills. EXPERIENCE:

2023-Present Opportune, LLC

Houston, TX Plant Accountant

• Perform pipeline and plant accounting for assigned companies that own and/or operate pipeline and plant assets

• Maintain gas plant allocation using TIPS

• Assembles source data and prepare monthly statements and invoices shippers for crude oil pipeline and gas pipeline transactions

• Assist in recording monthly revenue and related cash entries for close on assets managed by the Midstream group

• Prepare and record monthly inventory valuation entries as well other entries needed for close

• Secure payment from third parties and notify team on expected payment and timing as needed

• Reconcile and report on pipeline gain/loss and imbalances

• Assist in reconciling Accounts Receivable and Inventory balances

• Work closely with business development monthly in review of new contracts and amendments

• Complete special projects related to midstream accounting as assigned 2022-2023 BHP Petroleum /Woodside Energy

Houston, TX GR/IR Accountant

• Prepared and maintained accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.

• Conducted monthly account reconciliations, identifying discrepancies, and taking corrective actions.

• Assisted in month-end and year-end closing processes, including journal entry preparation, posting in GL and financial statement generation.

• Analyzed financial data and trends, providing valuable insights for informed decision-making.

• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance financial processes and improve efficiency.

• Assisted in budget preparation and quarterly forecasting.

• Supported internal and external audits, responding promptly and accurately to audit inquiries.

• Generated clear and concise financial reports for management evaluation.

• Contributed to process improvement initiatives, streamlining workflows, and enhancing productivity. 2019-2022 Sanhua International Inc

Houston, TX Accounts Receivable Collection Analyst

• Processed payments in SAP Business One, ensuring accurate crediting of customer accounts and minimizing discrepancies.

• Conducted audits of work-in-process and finished goods inventory, reporting findings to management.

• Researched payments, collected outstanding balances, and facilitated cash application and refunds as necessary.

• Communicated with customers to gather additional information for payment processing.

• Demonstrated strong independent and collaborative work capabilities.

• Assisted in special assignments and projects as required. 2018-2019 Houston International Insurance Group

Houston, TX Accounts Receivable Collection Analyst

• Process payments from bank lock boxes accurately and timely to ensure proper crediting of the appropriate customer's account while minimizing unapplied or misapplication of payments.

• Researched payments and collected balances owed when necessary; assisted in the resolution of cash application or refunds as required on individual policies.

• Contact customers for additional information as required for processing payments.

• Assisted 100+ agents in the Commission and Return Premium Disbursement Process resulting in the agents receiving 100% of their commission.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively and to carry out assignments to completion within parameters of instructions given by direct supervisor.

• Managed efficient cash flow reporting, posted cash receipts, and analyzed chargebacks, independently addressing and resolving issues.

• Performed targeted collections on 115K worth of past due accounts aged over 100 days. 2018-2018 TCC Multi Family Interior

Houston, TX ACCOUNTS PAYABLE ANALYST

• Tracked expenses and processed expense reports; prepared 1600 invoices for payment; entered and uploaded invoices into the system.

• Prepared and processed electronic transfers and payments; performed check runs; posted transactions to journals, ledgers, and other records.

• Reconciled accounts payable transactions: prepared analysis of accounts and monitored accounts to ensure payments are up to date.

• Researched and resolved invoice discrepancies and issues; maintained vendor files, corresponded with vendors, and responded to inquiries.

• Produced monthly reports; assisted with month end closings; provided supporting documentation for audits; and created miscellaneous invoices.

2016-2018 Tengizchevroil Chevron

Houston, TX Accounts Payable Analyst

• Reviewed all invoices for appropriate documentation and approval prior to payment.

• Process 3-way matched Purchase Orders, goods receipts, and invoices with up to 100 plus line items; entered and uploaded invoices into system for payment.

• Maintained petty cash accounts and logged all outgoing disbursements.

• Monitored all vendor payment agreements to find discounts that can be used to reduce invoice amounts.

• Prioritized invoices according to potential cash discount and payment terms.

• Responsible for paying all sales tax on appropriate invoices and making a note of each tax payment made.

• Kept track of credits owed to the company and ensured all credits are properly applied to vendor payments.

• Reconciled accounts payable reports each month to confirm that all amounts paid were accurate.

• Responded to all vendor inquiries, posted transactions to journals, ledgers, and other records.

• Maintained files and documentation thoroughly and accurately, in accordance with company policy and GAAP.

• Ran all necessary reports in Insight Power in JDE E1, vouchering In JDE E1 system.

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