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Dan Kalenga

@dankalenga

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I own full-cycle, multi-entity accounting, delivering audit-ready closes, reconciliations, and financial reporting.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking for accounting work where I can own full-cycle, multi-entity close and reporting, strengthen controls, resolve root-cause discrepancies, and continue progressing toward CPA licensure.

At Mission Critical Solutions, I own month-end close for multiple project entities, preparing journal entries, accruals, reclasses, and audit-ready close packages under GAAP.

I manage balance sheet and bank reconciliations, AP/AR workflows, certified and government payroll reporting, tax filings, and compliance documentation across active project accounts.

Previously at Dealer Alchemist, I investigated cross-system financial discrepancies and built Excel automation with Power Query, Pivot Tables, and XLOOKUPs, helping reduce errors by 70%.

My background also includes multi-entity reporting, fixed assets, lease accounting, CAPEX, and full-cycle client accounting in QuickBooks Online. I'm pursuing CPA licensure alongside MBA and Master of Legal Studies programs.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Staff Accountant

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Mission Critical Solutions

Jul 2025 - Present (1 year 2 months)

Owns month-end close across multiple project entities, preparing journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules under GAAP. Manages AP/AR workflows, certified payroll, and delivers audit-ready close packages.

US GAAP Month End Closing Journal Entries Accruals Balance Sheet Reconciliation Bank Reconciliation AP AR Payroll Financial Reporting Internal Controls

Quality Assurance Specialist / Lead

Dealer Alchemist

May 2024 - Mar 2025 (10 months)

Investigated financial and operational data discrepancies, identifying root causes and implementing corrective frameworks that cut errors by 70%. Built advanced Excel reporting models to automate workflows.

Data Analysis Root Cause Analysis Excel Power Query Pivot Tables XLOOKUP Process Improvement SOP Documentation

Customer Experience / Parts & Sales Zone Manager

Ford Motor Company

Feb 2022 - Apr 2024 (2 years 2 months)

Managed financial reporting and analysis across a 50+ account, multi-entity portfolio using advanced Excel. Drove a 60% improvement in regional performance through disciplined financial analysis and cross-functional coordination.

Financial Reporting Variance Analysis Excel Power Query XLOOKUP Sumifs Pivot Tables SAP Concur AP AR Lease Accounting Fixed Assets CAPEX

Jr. Accountant

Modish Media LLC

Jun 2018 - Feb 2022 (3 years 8 months)

Managed full-cycle accounting across multiple client accounts in QuickBooks Online, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations. Handled AP/AR, fixed assets, and vendor onboarding.

Quickbooks Online Full Cycle Accounting Journal Entries Accruals Bank Reconciliation Credit Card Reconciliations AP AR Fixed Assets Lease Accounting 1099 Preparation

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Arizona

Master of Legal Studies (MLS), Legal Studies

Pursuing a Master of Legal Studies (MLS) with coursework spanning financial regulation, ERISA, and crypto/payment systems law.

University of Arizona

Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration

Pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) with CPA-track coursework in financial management, corporate strategy, and organizational leadership.