Accounting Manager Accounts Receivable

TSEGAYE LEGESSE, CPA, MBA

Silver Spring, *****, MD, 202-***-****, **********@*****.***

SUMMARY Detail-oriented Controller/Accounting Manager with over 18 years of experience in managing financial operations across diverse industries. Proven expertise in preparing accurate financial statements, overseeing compliance with GAAP, and driving financial planning processes. Demonstrated ability to enhance operational efficiency, leading to timely month-end closes and successful audits. Strong ability of gathering, evaluating, presenting and reporting financial information to executive teams. WORK EXPERIENCE

07/2024 – Present Controller/ Director of Accounting, 3IT Accounting Firm Alexandria Deliver comprehensive accounting, tax, and payroll solutions for small business owners and nonprofits.

Oversee all accounting functions for clients, including accounts payable (AP), accounts receivable (AR), payroll, and financial statements. Provide outsourced Controller/CFO and Business Advisory Services to enhance client profitability. Industries served include Real Estate, Healthcare, Education, Non-Profit, Retail, Restaurants, and IT.

08/2022 – 05/2024 Deputy CFO, Community Support Services Gaithersburg Developed financial statements for Senior Management and the Board of Directors to inform strategic decisions.

Oversaw all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems, guaranteeing adherence to GAAP compliance.

Led the month-end close process to ensure timely and efficient preparation of financial statements.

06/2021 – 08/2022 Controller, American College of Dentists Rockville Prepared financial reports that enabled senior leadership to comprehend company financials effectively.

Spearheaded the annual budgeting process and generated periodic financial forecasts for informed decision-making.

Oversaw day-to-day financial activities, including AP and AR management. Monitored budget performance and projection forecasts for enhanced Planning and control.

01/2019 – 06/2021 Director of Finance & Operations, STEM Synergy Inc Boston Formulated and reviewed journal entries, reconciliations, balance sheets, and P&L variance analyses.

Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements. 01/2015 – 08/2018 Accounting Manager, FAES at NIH (National Institute of Health) Bethesda Compiled, reviewed, and delivered timely and accurate financial statements. Reconciled grants to ensure all revenues, expenses, and accounts receivable are accurately recorded.

Ensured consistent adherence to deadlines for monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.

Reviewed and analyzed financial statements to guarantee compliance with GAAP 04/2012 – 12/2014 Accounting Manager, Children’s Defense Fund Washington DC Managed a team of accounting and finance staff, ensuring effective collaboration. Reviewed and approved entries in the general ledger system. Prepared and reviewed financial statements along with support schedules. 11/2007 – 03/2012 Senior Accountant, Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools Washington DC Reviewed and approved AP invoices, journal entries, and other accounting transactions for accuracy.

Forecasted, monitored, and managed revenues, expenditures, and obligations effectively.

Oversaw daily accounting operations, including AP, AR, and payroll management. Managed and tracked revenue allocation and funding distribution to all schools. EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

09/2013 – 05/2016 University of Baltimore

MBA

Baltimore, MD, USA

01/2003 – 05/2006 University of the District of Columbia Bachelors In Accounting & Finance

Washington, DC, USA

SKILLS Finance & Accounting Financial Reporting & Forecasting Budgeting Grants & Project Management

GAAP Compliance Analytical & Problem Solving

Great Plains Sage Intact & QuickBooks

Month close Excel (V-lookup, Pivot Table)

Internal Controls

Cost & Budget Analysis

Dynamics 365 Business Central

Communications

Supervisory /Leadership

Business Process Improvement

A c t i v e C P A L i c e n s e

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