Cherity Englund
@cherityenglund
Senior accounting professional driving audit-ready reporting and accelerated month-end close.
What I'm looking for
I am a senior accounting professional with 5+ years of progressive experience in outsourced and high-growth startup environments, overseeing up to $7M in monthly revenue and a portfolio of 20+ diverse clients. I specialize in full-cycle accounting, GAAP-compliant financial reporting, complex reconciliations, payroll for 150+ employees, and process improvements that deliver audit-ready statements and faster close timelines.
I have a track record of reducing close timelines by 40%, cutting adjustment errors by 30%, and implementing automation and standardized workflows that reduce manual entry by 25%. I partner with founders and executive teams to strengthen internal controls, improve financial visibility, and support scalable growth through clear, actionable financial insights.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Corporate Accounting Specialist
OmniConsulting Solutions
Sep 2025 - Present (6 months)
Executed full-cycle project accounting and ASC 606 revenue recognition while accelerating month-end close processes to deliver audit-ready financial statements and optimize cash flow.
Account Manager
Veritas Accounting
Jan 2024 - May 2024 (4 months)
Managed transactional accounting for 20+ clients in QuickBooks, performed reconciliations and month-end close tasks, and implemented automation to improve reporting accuracy and client communication.
Senior Bookkeeper
Nsuku Accountants
Sep 2017 - Oct 2022 (5 years 1 month)
Managed 22+ client portfolios in an outsourced accounting environment, led month-end close to reduce cycle time by 40%, and improved reconciliation accuracy reducing adjustments by 30%.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of South Africa
Bachelor of Accounting Science, Accounting
2019 - 2022
Completed a Bachelor of Accounting Science focusing on financial accounting and practical accounting competencies applicable to outsourced and corporate accounting roles.
University of Limpopo
Bachelor of Commerce, Financial Accounting
2014 - 2016
Earned a Bachelor of Commerce in Financial Accounting with emphasis on foundational financial reporting and accounting principles.
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