Staff Accountant with Full-Cycle Accounting

Ela Wolde Staff Accountant

240-***-**** *********@*****.***

Professional Summary

Detail-oriented and results-driven accounting professional with over 5 years of full-cycle accounting experience, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger maintenance, journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end/year-end close processes. Strong background in preparing accurate financial reports, managing accruals and adjusting entries, and ensuring timely invoice processing and vendor payments in accordance with internal controls and accounting standards. Proficient in QuickBooks Online, Acumatica, and Microsoft Dynamics, with strong expertise in Microsoft Excel

(including PivotTables, VLOOKUP, IF functions, data validation, and conditional formatting). Experienced in budgeting and forecasting support, bank and credit card reconciliations, and assisting with audit preparation and compliance reporting. Known for maintaining accurate financial records, improving accounting efficiency, and delivering reliable financial data to support business decision-making. Professional Skills

• Accounting Software: Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Online, Acumatica, and Microsoft Dynamics for full-cycle accounting, including AP, AR, journal entries, and financial reporting

• Microsoft Office Suite: Strong Excel skills (PivotTables, VLOOKUP, IF formulas, data validation, conditional formatting), Word, Outlook, PowerPoint

• Accounts Payable & Receivable: Full-cycle processing including invoice entry, payment processing, billing, and vendor/customer account management

• Reconciliations & Reporting: Bank and credit card reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, and preparation of month-end close reports

• Financial Operations: Support for budgeting, forecasting, accruals, and adjusting entries in line with GAAP principles

• Data Management: High accuracy in data entry, financial recordkeeping, and maintenance of large datasets

• Cloud & Collaboration Tools: SharePoint and OneDrive for document management, audit readiness, and version control

• Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, time management, and cross-functional communication

Pathways to Housing DC, Staff Accountant

October 2023 –

• Processed full-cycle Accounts Payable transactions including vendor onboarding, W-9 collection, invoice review, coding, and payment processing using Microsoft Dynamics Solomon, and Acumatica.

• Ensured all vendor invoices were properly approved, coded accurately, and aligned with internal accounting policies, nonprofit compliance standards, and grant requirements.

• Maintained vendor records and supported annual 1099 reporting requirements in accordance with nonprofit regulations.

• Generated and issued Accounts Receivable invoices for grants, contracts, and program funding with required supporting documentation.

• Applied incoming payments accurately and maintained up-to-date records of outstanding balances.

• Monitored A/R aging reports and followed up on overdue accounts in coordination with program staff and leadership to support grant compliance and cash flow management.

• Resolved billing and payment discrepancies through research and communication with internal teams, funders, and external stakeholders.

• Managed daily cash activities including categorization of bank transactions and tracking of restricted and unrestricted funds in alignment with nonprofit accounting practices.

• Performed monthly reconciliations for bank, credit card, and vendor accounts to ensure financial accuracy and compliance with audit standards.

• Supported month-end close by identifying discrepancies, preparing journal entries, and escalating issues to the Controller.

• Assisted with audit preparation, including organizing documentation for financial audits, compliance reviews, and Form 990 reporting requirements.

• Maintained accurate, organized, and audit-ready financial records in compliance with nonprofit accounting standards and internal controls.

• Prepared financial reports and program-level support schedules for internal stakeholders and program managers to support grant reporting and budgeting.

• Communicated professionally with vendors, funders, and internal teams regarding billing, payments, grant documentation, and financial inquiries.

• Supported development and maintenance of accounting procedures, internal controls, and nonprofit financial policies to ensure compliance and transparency. NorGlobe LLC, Annandale, Virginia

Junior Accounting Specialist

July 2019 - October 2023

• Entered vendor invoices and customer payments into QuickBooks Online, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.

• Assisted with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities, including invoice processing and payment tracking.

• Maintained vendor and customer records and updated account information as needed.

• Assisted with bank and credit card reconciliations by matching transactions and identifying discrepancies.

• Recorded daily financial transactions and organized supporting documentation.

• Helped process payroll data and maintained employee payroll records.

• Generated basic reports from QuickBooks Online and Microsoft Excel for management review.

• Assisted with month-end closing activities, including account reconciliations and data verification.

• Filed, scanned, and maintained accounting records in an organized and audit-ready manner.

• Assisted with purchase order tracking, inventory counts, and record maintenance.

• Responded to vendor and customer inquiries regarding invoices and payment status.

• Supported the accounting team with data entry, administrative tasks, and special projects assigned. Education and Certification

Bachelor of Arts in Accounting

QuickBooks Certified User, Intuit

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