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Erin, NY **838 ********@*******.***
Paul Bright
Objective: To obtain a challenging accounting position, in an accounting field that will permit the use of my skills and knowledge to maximize company potential while developing additional knowledge and abilities.
Summary of Qualifications:
• 9+ years of accomplished experience in the field of accounting.
• Team and leadership training from a major development corporation.
• Exceptionally fast, efficient and organized.
• Knowledge of all accounting functions: GL, PL and BS - reconciliations, work papers, cost, cash control, AP, AR and PR.
• Experience in GAAP accounting and monthly closing processes.
Education:
2003-2006 Canisius College Buffalo, NY
• M.S. Degree in Accounting Information Systems
2001-2003 Erie Community College Buffalo, NY
• Associate’s Degree in Business Administration/Accounting
Professional Experience:
Benderson Development Company, LLC – Buffalo, NY (Sep. 2007 – Sep. 2010)
Asst. Department Manager / Staff Accountant
• Conducted final analysis of the Construction AP department voucher processing
• Reviewed the job cost for various construction projects, and presented the finished product for executive approval
• Updated reports and performed reviews of GL and AP accounts on a daily basis
• Worked extensively with Microsoft Office, QuickBooks and AS400 systems
Norampac Industries – Lancaster, NY (May 2006 – Aug. 2007)
Assistant Controller
• Processed the AP, AR, Payroll and GL for our company on a daily basis
• Analyzed variances, budget preperation, forcasting, and monitored inventory
• Operated various office duties including: copying, data processing, filing, faxing, phone duties, and other such tasks
• Worked extensively with Microsoft Office, QuickBooks and Info Lease
HSBC / Alter Moneta – Equipment Finance - Buffalo, NY (May 2002-Feb. 2006)
Loan Processor / Accounting Clerk
• Processed loan applications, AP/AR, and filed reports for commercial and manufacturing companies on a daily basis
• Operated various office duties including: copying, data processing, filing, faxing, phone duties, and other such tasks
• Co-managed the office mailroom, and handled any requests or problems that arose
• Worked extensively with Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, QuickBooks and Info Lease