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Ana Howard

@anahoward

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Experienced senior accountant with a strong background in financial analysis.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that offers growth opportunities and a collaborative work environment.

I am a dedicated Senior Accountant with over a decade of experience in financial management and accounting. My journey began with a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Business from California Polytechnic State University, where I honed my skills in agricultural economics and finance. I have a proven track record of managing complex financial operations, including reconciling balance sheets, maintaining general ledgers, and preparing detailed financial reports.

Currently, I serve as a Senior Accountant at Global Impact, where I oversee the month-end close process and support annual audits. My previous role at Connect The Docs allowed me to develop and implement accounting procedures that improved efficiency across multiple offices. I take pride in my ability to analyze current practices and recommend changes that enhance financial accuracy and reporting. My experience with various accounting software, including QuickBooks and MIP, equips me to handle diverse financial challenges effectively.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Senior Accountant

Current

Global Impact

Feb 2024 - Present (1 year 4 months)

Reconciled balance sheet statements and maintained the general ledger, preparing for month-end close and analyzing financial reports. Generated client invoices, verified discrepancies, resolved billing issues, and supported month-end, year-end close, and annual audit 990 processes. Maintained fiscal revenue trackers and reconciled accounts receivable.

General Ledger Financial Reporting Invoicing Accounts Receivable Bill.com

Senior Accountant

Connect The Docs

Feb 2022 - Feb 2024 (2 years)

Prepared general ledger entries by maintaining records and files, and processed bi-weekly and bi-monthly payroll for multiple offices. Handled accounts payable and receivable for multiple companies, prepared W-2s and 1099s, and developed accounting procedures. Prepared monthly payroll reports using large pivot tables and maintained the HR system for employee on-boarding and off-boarding.

General Ledger Payroll Processing Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Microsoft Excel HR systems Pivot Tables

Account Analyst

Bishop Paiute Tribe

May 2015 - Jul 2021 (6 years 2 months)

Maintained bank reconciliations for over 25 accounts and prepared multiple monthly reports for department heads. Prepared and submitted required draw-downs and grant reports to funding agencies, and handled quarterly payroll taxes, W-2s, and 1099s. Managed over 75 grants, secured a $16 million casino loan, and completed the federal SEFA report.

Bank Reconciliation Payroll Taxes Budgeting General Ledger Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable SEFA Reporting WizeHive

Billing Specialist

Vision West

Jul 2013 - Jan 2015 (1 year 6 months)

Entered assigned vendor billing data on a daily/monthly basis and performed calculations for returned or incorrectly billed invoices/credits. Reconciled assigned vendor accounts for approval and payment, and answered vendor and member inquiries. Assisted in the annual updating of vendor product information.

Billing Invoicing Vendor Management Account Reconciliation Customer Service Data Entry

Bookkeeper

Bishop Country Club

Sep 2007 - Aug 2008 (11 months)

Managed accounts payable, including vendor invoices, monthly invoices, and expense reports using QuickBooks 2008. Handled accounts receivable, including daily deposits and client account inquiries, and processed payroll for over 40 employees. Managed membership enrollment, human resources, and restaurant inventory.

Quickbooks Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Payroll Human Resources Inventory Management Microsoft Excel

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

California Polytechnic State University

Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Business

Activities and societies: Member of National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association, Member of Cal Poly Rodeo Club

Studied Agricultural Business with relevant coursework including Agricultural Economics & Analysis, Credit & Finance, and Agriculture Lending. Gained expertise in Large Farm Accounting, Financial Accounting, and Agribusiness Managerial Accounting & Marketing Planning. Participated as a member of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association and the Cal Poly Rodeo Club.