Senior Accountant Accounting

ALPHA KAMARA

Claymont DE, ***** 302-***-**** ************@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/alpha-kamara

SENIOR ACCOUNTING PROFESSIONAL

Results-driven finance and accounting professional with extensive experience in financial management, accounting operations, and team leadership. Proven ability to mentor, empower, and develop high-performing teams while ensuring compliance with GAAP. Skilled in strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, and financial analysis. Adept at aligning financial goals with organizational objectives and continuously refining market focus to anticipate and exceed customer expectations with a strong commitment to integrity and operational excellence.

Staff Supervision & Training Problem solving Leaderships Time management Strong knowledge of US GAAP Presentation Analytical skills Ability to multitask QuickBooks ProSeries Tax JD Edwards Lotus Notes Proficient in MS Office Word Excel PowerPoint Outlook Oracle MS 365 Blackline.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CROZER HEALTH, Philadelphia, PA June 2022- April 2025

Senior Accountant

Lead hospital-related financial operations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in month-end and year-end closings across multiple entities.

Manage accruals, amortization, normalization, and variance analysis for key expense categories, including professional fees, rent, leases, and property taxes.

Prepare and review complex journal entries, perform Blackline account reconciliations, and compile comprehensive financial support documentation.

Contribute to the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, support external audit requests, and assist in implementing lease accounting changes in compliance with ASC 842.

BEACON HILL STAFFING GROUP, Philadelphia, PA May 2021 – June 2022

Consultant Accountant (Eastern Metal Recycling)

Supported the successful implementation and system integration of Microsoft Dynamics 365, including end-to-end testing and validation of financial data pre-go live.

Developed and maintained daily sales reports by extracting data from the legacy operational system and uploading it into Microsoft Dynamics 365, ensuring data accuracy and continuity.

Executed ad hoc accounting projects, including data reconciliation, process streamlining, and financial analysis, to support departmental efficiency and reporting accuracy.

PRUFTECHNIC, Philadelphia, PA September 2015 – March 2020

Accountant Manager

Merged two separate companies’ financial records for financial reporting.

Generated monthly, quarterly, year-end close and financial reporting, and lead monthly close meetings with executive team.

Full charge for the monthly and annual financial closing process.

Prepared and reviewed balance sheet account reconciliations.

Assist in the preparation of financial statements, and the implementation of internal controls.

Prepared documentation for annual external audits.

Assist in special projects as necessary.

SIDWAY CONSULTANTS, Philadelphia, PA February 2011 – August 2015

Senior Tax Accountant

Managed clients’ bookkeeping operations and collect/maintain/review tax documentation.

Prepared federal income returns, estimates, and extensions for individuals, partnerships, LLCs, S-corps, and C corporations.

Prepared state income tax, sales/use tax, and payrolls tax returns for individuals, partnerships, LLCs and corporations.

Communicated clearly and professionally with clients during all phases to gather necessary information and complete returns.

AMERICAN WATER, Cherry Hill, NJ January 2002 – June 2011

Senior Accountant

Prepared and maintained accounting ledgers, journals, worksheets, schedules, financial statements, reports, and analyses.

Provided timely and actionable accounting data and analysis to senior executives on financial performance and standing.

Managed allocation, inter-billings, and account reconciliation processes; identified, researched, and resolved discrepancies.

Participated in monthly, quarterly, and yearly close processes including adjustments, journal entries, and budget preparation.

Responded to inquiries involving budgets, lending zone forecasts, and 5 years business plans.

Trained and supervised junior accountants to ensure understanding of and compliance with company guidelines.

EDUCATION LICENSES & AFFILIATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Fox School of Business at Temple University, Philadelphia, PA.

Certified Public Accountant Member, AICPA and Pennsylvania Society of CPA

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