Virtual accounting specialist

GENI COSSEY 214-***-**** ************@*****.*** l

Personal Summary

Dedicated Accounting Specialist and Full-Charge Bookkeeper with over 30 years of comprehensive experience managing financial operations for diverse industries. Proven expertise in bookkeeping, payroll, reconciliations, tax compliance, and financial reporting. Recognized for a strong work ethic, accuracy under pressure, and exceptional ability to resolve complex accounting discrepancies. Highly organized and deadline-driven professional who thrives both independently and in collaborative team environments. Committed to delivering reliable, efficient, and high-quality financial management to support business success.

Software Skills

Full-Cycle Bookkeeping PCLaw & Juris Accounting Time Matters /

Payroll Processing Billing Matters eBillity Time Tracker Microsoft

Legal Billing & Trust Accounting Office Suite Google Workspace Peachtree &

Financial Reporting & Analysis DacEasy Accounting Adobe Acrobat DC &

Account Reconciliations Bluebeam Revu Data Entry & Accuracy

Accounts Payable & Receivable Management System Implementation &

Tax Preparation & Compliance Conversion Team Collaboration & Remote

Process Improvement Communication

Client & Vendor Relations https://www.linkedin.com/in/geni-cossey-

QuickBooks Online / Desktop 8820a139

Experience

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST 04/2022 - Current

Please Clean My Books.com -Dallas, TX

Provide comprehensive bookkeeping and accounting services for up to 20 clients across diverse industries.

Specialize in financial cleanups, account reconciliations, and monthly bookkeeping maintenance.

Deliver temporary and transitional accounting support during staffing gaps or business transitions. Collaborate with a remote team of CPAs, senior bookkeepers, and accounting specialists to ensure accurate, timely results.

Manage payroll processing, billing, tax filings, and compliance reporting using tools such as QuickBooks Online, Xero, and Excel.

Train clients and employees on effective bookkeeping practices and system use.

Maintain long-term client relationships through strong communication, reliability, and tailored financial solutions.

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST 101/2019 - Current

GK Steel Fabrication, LLC. - Duncanville, TX

Managed full-cyclebookkeeping, includingaccounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, and daily account reconciliations.

Oversaw payroll processing, AIA progressive billing, and HR-related functions to support smooth business operations.

Prepared and filed all required tax reports — including sales tax, 941/940 filings, franchise tax, and quarterly employer reports.

Generated W-2 and W-3 forms annually and completed workers' compensation insurance reporting each month.

Delivered accurate financial reporting and cash flow updates to company leadership for informed decision-making.

Served as a Notary Public for the State of Texas, providing official document verification as needed.

ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST 01/2017-01/2018

Asset Recovery LLC & Fairfax Company - Dallas, TX

Hiredtocorrect prioraccounting errorsandrebuildfinancial records for two companies as a temporary solution.

Recreated all daily transactions (2016—2017) in QuickBooks, including deposits, transfers, and multiple loan reconciliations.

Prepared accurate financial statements and filed back payroll and franchise taxes to restore compliance. Processed semi-monthly and commission payrolls, managed new hire onboarding and setup, and handled all 941 filings, quarterly returns, and W-2/W-3 preparation.

Conducted daily billing for multiple clients and maintained several bank and trust (IOLTA) accounts, including ACH retrievals.

Supported the transition to a paperless electronic filing system, improving efficiency and document control.

Managed remarketing department billing, processed auction proceeds and refunds, and maintained subrogation accounts.

Reconciled and maintained multiple credit card accounts, ensuring transaction accuracy and timely payments.

Oversaw accounts payable, accounts receivable, 3-way matching, collections, and vendor communications to support smooth financial operations.

FULL CHARGE ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST 01/2015 - 01/2017 Rose Walker I-I-P. - Dallas, TX

Managed full-cycle accounting for three offices, including AP/AR, payroll, billing, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

Provided daily cash flow and financial reports to equity partners.

Reconciled 12 bank and 15 credit card accounts; ensured accuracy in general ledger and month-end closings.

Processed billing, collections, payroll, and 1099 filings for multiple legal entities and outside counsel.

Oversaw IOLTA trust accounts, new client setup, and account management.

Administered employee benefits (FSA, HSA, 401k, Safe Harbor, 5500 filings) and maintained HR records.

Collaborated with CPA to rebuild prior-year records, correct accounting errors, and finalize year-end tax filings.

Assisted with system conversion from Time Matters/Billing Matters to eBillity Time Tracker.

OFFICE MANAGER/ ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST 01/2006 - 05/2015

Siciliano, Ellis, Dyer & Boccarosse PLC. - Fairfax, VA

Oversaw daily office operations, staff coordination, client relations, and customer service for a busy law firm.

Managed all accounting functions, including timesheet entry for four attorneys (130+ per month), monthly and quarterly billing, and collections.

Processed electronic billing through six eBilling systems; analyzed and adjusted code strings to ensure accurate submissions.

Maintained general ledger, bank, and credit card reconciliations using Juris accounting software; later led the system conversion to PCLaw.

Provided on-site IT support, managing workstations, printers, network, Exchange, and server maintenance.

Supported shareholder communications and priority decision-making through accurate financial reporting.

Successfully reduced overall office operating costs by 90% while strengthening the firm's financial stability and growth.

REBATE COORDINATORI 01/2000 - 01/2005

Armstrong World Industries - Dallas, TX

• Researched, reconciled, and reported all buying group claims, reducing company liability by approximately 85% per month.

• Prepared and submitted monthly rebate reports for æ28 buying groups using Excel, MS Query, and MS

Access.

• Led reconciliation, data validation, and training of new personnel during departmental integration.

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/BOOKKEEPERI 01/1996 - 01/2000

AmeritexGuardServices -Richardson, TX

Processed timesheets and payroll for approximately 250 employees across Dallas and Austin locations. Managed weekly billing, accounts payable/receivable, and invoice factoring, ensuring accurate and timely financial operations.

Prepared and filed payroll, sales, and franchise tax reports in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Oversaw aging reports, collections, and cash flow tracking.

Coordinated scheduling for 250 security officers, optimizing coverage and operational efficiency.

PRESIDENT 01/1988 - 01/1996

MISI Security, Inc. - Dallas, TX

Began as Front Desk Receptionist; quickly promoted to Assistant Bookkeeper, then to Full-Charge Bookkeeper, and ultimately President and part-owner (one-third share) of the company.

Managed weekly billing, accounts payable/receivable, collections, and tax preparation using Peachtree Accounting and Quicken.

Processed payroll for 200+ employees across Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, and Houston using the APAC payroll system.

Oversaw bank reconciliations, deposits, and financial reporting to ensure accurate and timely accounting.

Handled scheduling for 250 security officers across multiple cities, optimizing workforce efficiency.

Administered payroll, sales, and other company tax filings, ensuring compliance with all regulations. As President, directed all financial operations, approved and signed payroll, and contributed to the company's strategic and operational leadership.

Education

SunsetHighSchool - Dallas,TXl Diploma

01/1985 Graduated with

Diploma

Other

Texas, 10/31/24

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