Senior Accountant and Finance Professional

EKATERINA FILIPPOVA

Lawrence Township, NJ *****

347-***-**** ekaterinafilippova1975@gmail.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Senior Accountant and Finance Professional with 15+ years of progressive experience in accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, reconciliations, budgeting, audit support, and cash management. Strong background in maintaining accurate general ledger accounts, preparing journal entries, performing complex account reconciliations, supporting regulatory compliance, and improving accounting processes. Experienced working in both public accounting and private industry environments. Proven ability to partner with management, auditors, and cross-functional teams while delivering accurate and timely financial reporting. CPA Candidate.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Financial Reporting

• Month-End & Year-End Close

• General Ledger Management

• Journal Entries & Accruals

• Account Reconciliations

• Bank & Cash Reconciliations

• Internal Controls

• Audit Support

• Budgeting & Forecasting

• Variance Analysis

• Cash Flow Management

• Fixed Assets

• Regulatory Compliance

• Process Improvement

• ERP System Adaptability

• GAAP Accounting

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Accountant/Controller

Sanik Construction Cooperative Team LLC Lawrence Township, NJ Oct 2025 – Present

• Lead monthly financial reporting and general ledger accounting activities.

• Prepare and post journal entries, accruals, prepaids, and month-end close entries.

• Perform detailed bank, cash, and balance sheet reconciliations.

• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and cash flow reporting.

• Analyze project profitability and support management decision-making through financial reporting.

• Coordinate with external auditors, financial institutions, and business partners.

• Assist with accounting process improvements and internal control procedures. Senior Assurance Accountant

WithumSmith+Brown, PC Philadelphia, PA

Jan 2025 – Oct 2025

• Performed financial statement audits for nonprofit and governmental organizations.

• Tested general ledger activity, reconciliations, and internal controls.

• Supported month-end and year-end reporting processes.

• Prepared audit workpapers and financial statement support schedules.

• Analyzed variances and researched accounting discrepancies.

• Assisted clients with improving accounting and reporting processes. Senior Associate, Audit

Zelenkofske Axelrod LLC Jamison, PA

Aug 2022 – Jan 2025

• Conducted substantive testing and analytical review procedures.

• Reviewed reconciliations and financial reporting processes.

• Assisted clients with GAAP compliance and financial statement preparation.

• Identified process improvement opportunities and accounting issues.

• Managed multiple engagements while meeting strict reporting deadlines. Accountant

SCCT LLC Lawrence Township, NJ

Jul 2018 – Aug 2022

• Prepared monthly financial statements and management reports.

• Maintained general ledger accounts and account reconciliations.

• Managed journal entries, accruals, fixed assets, and financial close activities.

• Assisted with budgeting, cash flow analysis, and annual audit preparation.

• Oversaw AP/AR processing and financial record maintenance. FINANCE & ACCOUNTING LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

• Directed accounting, budgeting, payroll, treasury, and financial reporting functions for a privately held construction and trading organization.

• Managed monthly and annual financial close processes, general ledger activity, account reconciliations, and cash flow forecasting.

• Developed financial controls, accounting policies, and reporting procedures to improve financial accuracy and operational eƯiciency.

• Prepared management reports, budgets, and financial analyses to support executive decision-making.

• Oversaw banking relationships, cash management activities, and financial planning initiatives.

• Supervised accounting staƯ and coordinated external financial and compliance matters.

• Supported strategic business planning, profitability analysis, and cost-control initiatives.

• Ensured compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal financial controls.

EDUCATION

Master of Science, Corporate Finance with distinction 3.9GPA Rider University

Bachelor's & Master’s Degree, Economics

Chuvash State University

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Accounting Systems:

QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, ERP Systems Accounting:

General Ledger Accounting, Financial Reporting, Month-End Close, Account Reconciliations, Journal Entries, Accruals, Internal Controls, Audit Support, Budgeting, Cash Management, Variance Analysis, Fixed Assets, GAAP Software:

Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, SUMIFS, INDEX/MATCH), Microsoft OƯice Suite, CCH Engagement

CERTIFICATIONS

CPA Candidate – Expected Completion 2027

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