Dedicated and accomplished Accounting Professional eager to contribute exceptional administrative expertise and an impressive military background toward supporting a dynamic organization in optimizing results.

 

 

        Significant skills in performing complete accounting functions encompassing financial analysis, cash management, accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, journal entries, and reconciliations.   

        Demonstrate an unwavering commitment to confidentiality, prudence, integrity, and accuracy.

        Versatile and resourceful; quickly master new roles, responsibilities, software and environments.

        Outstanding critical thinking, documentation, organizational, interpersonal and research skills.

        Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook), and Great Plains accounting software.

        Excellent communication skills with fluency in Romanian.

 

 

Loyola University Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, graduated Summa Cum Laude 2005

Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting

 

 

Forsythe Technology, Skokie, Illinois, 2007 to 2009 

Accountant

         Spearheaded broad-scope accounting functions inclusive of month-end close, journal entries, general ledger, accounts payable and receivable, and generating Oracle reports.

         Performed extensive reconciliations and played an integral role in preparation of financial statements for audits.

         Applied sharp attention to detail in conducting thorough profit and loss (P&L) analysis, developing accounting spreadsheets, and swiftly resolving accounting discrepancies and irregularities.

 

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McMaster-Carr Supply Company, Elmhurst, Illinois, 2006 to 2007

Accountant (Internship)

• Proficiently performed full spectrum of accounting tasks encompassing general ledger, monthly/quarterly journal entries, bank reconciliations, month-end close, and analysis.
• Diligently maintained meticulous financial records and administered depreciation and expense schedules.
• Contributed to internal financial reporting by preparing daily cash reports and completing daily report reconciliation.

 

Expert Work , Chicago, Illinois, 2003 to 2006

Assistant Manager

         Supported efforts of start-up business by securing and coordinating employment for newly-arrived individuals within Romanian community.

         Leveraged considerable relationship-building talents to perform prospecting and identify potential employers, establish rapport, uncover employer needs, and negotiate service contracts.

         Interviewed applicants, matched employees with appropriate employment opportunities, and determined compensation plans.

         Continually promoted company services through newspaper advertisements and public networking, quickly expanding client base to 500 within first year.

         Performed office management by scheduling appointments, managing computerized bookkeeping, answering telephones, and ensuring client and employee satisfaction.

 

Transportation Security Administration , Chicago, Illinois, 2002 to 2004

Passenger Screener

• Vigilantly monitored and enforced security protocols primarily within O Hare Airport s International terminal, screening passengers and baggage for prohibited items.
• Directed passengers through metal detectors and conducted wand searches, pat-downs and x-rays as necessary.

 

United States Air Force / Keesler Medical Center, Biloxi, Mississippi, 1997 to 2001

Staff Sergeant

• Expeditiously oversaw transport of patients to other medical facilities, exercising strong organizational skills to coordinate flight logistics and liaise between physicians and patients.
• Awarded Good Conduct Medal, Outstanding Unit Award, and Air Force Training Ribbon in recognition of exceptional service; honorably discharged.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Dear__________________:

 

I am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in an accounting capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

 

I bring to you a BBA Degree in Accounting, exemplary expertise in financial statement analysis and reporting, and outstanding talents in reconciliations, A/P and A/R, month-end processing, and general ledger maintenance. To complement these qualifications, I offer polished organizational, planning, forecasting, and prioritization skills which are essential in financial management.    

 

As a proactive contributor to your organization, you will find me to be a driven professional and stellar leader committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance, integrity, and initiative. I am confident that I could be a valuable asset to <insert name of organization>, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future.

 

Sincerely,

 

 

 

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