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Valerie Clark

@valerieclark1

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I manage payroll, accounting, compliance, and financial operations for complex organizations.

United States

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At the French International School of Oregon, I manage monthly payroll for 180+ employees, annual payroll expenditures exceeding $9M, and vendor relationships for 400+ vendors. I lead W-2, 1042-S, and 1099 reporting with 100% on-time filing compliance.

I've improved payroll processing time by 35%, supported financial and 403(b) audits, and guided international employees through tax-compliance software and treaty-related tax reporting. My work also includes vendor payments, domestic and foreign wire transfers, purchase orders, benefits administration, and retirement contributions.

Across Apex CRE, St. Mary’s Academy, RPD, and Arcadis-IBI Group USA-Canada/Tetra Architects, I've managed AP, AR, payroll, reconciliations, budgets, forecasts, project billings, and revenue reporting. I reduced aged receivables over 90 days by 65% at RPD and supported project financial reporting for portfolios and projects totaling more than $35M.

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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Payroll/AP Accountant

French International School of Oregon

Aug 2024 - Jun 2026 (1 year 10 months)

Managed monthly payroll for 180+ employees, ensured tax compliance, and led annual W-2, 1042-S, and 1099 reporting. Implemented process improvements reducing processing time by 35% and supported audits.

Payroll Processing Tax Compliance W 2 1042 S 1099 Benefits Administration Retirement Plans Vendor Management Financial Audit Process Improvement

Executive Accountant

Apex CRE

Jan 2023 - Jul 2023 (6 months)

Managed accounting operations for a commercial real estate brokerage with 34 properties and 21 LLCs. Prepared financial reports, oversaw AP/AR, payroll, and general ledger, and restructured commission intake process.

Financial Reporting Variance Analysis Budgeting Forecasting Accounts Payable Accounts Receivable Payroll General Ledger Accountant Commission Processing

Accountant

St. Mary's Academy

Dec 2019 - Apr 2023 (3 years 4 months)

Managed tuition receivables and cash receipts for over 600 families, prepared depreciation and benefit schedules, and supported annual audits with no material findings. Administered employee PTO, expense reimbursements, and retirement contributions.

Student Accounts Receivable Cash Receipts Depreciation Benefits Administration Audit Accounts Payable Financial Reconciliations Financial needs analysis

Accounting Manager

RPD, LLC

Dec 2014 - Nov 2018 (3 years 11 months)

Managed accounts receivable and collections for revenues exceeding $5 million, reducing aged receivables by 65%. Supervised a team of two and administered contracts, payroll, and benefits.

Accounts Receivable Collections Cash Flow Management Revenue Recognition Project Billing Team Supervision Contract Administration Payroll Benefits Administration

Project Accountant

Arcadis-IBI Group USA-Canada/Tetra Architects

Jun 2010 - Nov 2014 (4 years 5 months)

Supported accounting and project administration for a global architecture firm, managing AR, AP, and purchase orders. Prepared revenue forecasts and WIP analyses for projects totaling $35M+ and assisted with financial integration during acquisitions.