Abigail Koltun
Palos Verdes Estates,CA
Summary
Experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant with a strong background in financial analysis, reporting, and data analytics. Over five of expertise in maintaining the general ledger, preparing financial statements, and streamlining accounting processes to improve operational efficiency. Proficient in Excel, Abila MIP, Microsoft Dynamics Nav, Quickbooks Online, and various other accounting related software, and well versed in GAAP.
Recognized for delivering accurate results under tight deadlines and skilled in identifying cost-saving opportunities, supporting audits, and cross-departmental collaboration to achieve business objectives. Passionate about leveraging financial expertise and computer science background to drive organizational success while maintaining the highest standards of integrity and accuracy.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
FTP Accounting Consultant
Robert Half
08.2021 - Current
Consultant
City of Rolling Hills
09.2024 - Current
- Preformed planning and financial document management and archiving activities
- Assisted in landslide disaster relief activities, including meal distribution, community events, and coordinating support with local businesses.
- Assisted in the expensing, funding, and purchasing of emergency supplies for landslide victims
- Developed informative materials for public distribution, promoting awareness of municipal services and initiatives.
- Reviewed records and documentation for correct classifications and approvals.
Senior Accountant
Behavioral Health Services
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Assisted in internal and external audits (financial, single, and A-to-C) by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Analyzed financial statement discrepancies, identifying issues, and recommending corrective actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Reduced errors in financial statements through stringent review procedures and regular reconciliation of accounts.
- Provided timely and accurate financial reporting to senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on reliable data.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by analyzing current reporting errors, creating corrected financial report templates, implementing advanced Excel functions for data analysis, and adding visual and ratio metrics for current vs past period analysis, as well as adding budget vs actual analysis.
- Improved cash flow management by creating import definition files for importing over and automating excel to Abila MIP reconciliations.
- Optimized month-end closing procedures by training staff and management on Abila MIP close processes and created expense review reports and close procedures.
- Streamlined accounts payable processes, reducing payment cycle times by automating invoice processing through imports and importable distribution codes.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Enhanced communication between billing and accounting departments with regular financial updates and insights related to contract and grant-funded projects.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data for grant billings, cost settlements, and cost and OSHPD reports.
- Facilitated revenue recognition transition from Cost based to Fee for Service for CalAim projects.
- Preformed ECW and Capitation reconciliations for Medical centers.
- Created procedures and reports for continuous and monthly expense review.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines, as well as tracking and providing updates on all current projects.
- Collaborated closely with IT and billing departments to implement system enhancements that improved overall Finance department efficiency.
- Developed of company policies surrounding proper revenue recognition methods, ensuring consistency across all departments.
GL Accountant
Pixelogic Media
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Supported company growth by ensuring timely revenue recognition and accurate financial data entry.
- Improved cash flow by streamlining accounts receivable processes and implementing efficient import and report processes in Microsoft Dynamics Nav using excel and VBA
- Optimized cash application processes, facilitating faster clearing of payments, and currency conversion calculations and fees.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, aging reports, discount and FX calculations, credit card reconciliations, and banking reconciliations.
- Entered and imported cash receipt entries and application of approximately 100 payments daily.
- Created and established procedures for two excel template spreadsheets to assist in large reconciliations.
Accounts Payable Accountant
Soothe Inc.
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Balanced accounts associated with accounts payable process.
- Minimized late payment fees by consistently monitoring due dates and prioritizing payments accordingly.
- Processed foreign and domestic accounts payable through QuickBooks Online and Bill.com.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, allowing for faster reporting to management on financial results.
- Provided timely and accurate monthly and quarterly financial reporting to senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on reliable data.
- Maintained and identified key issues in the existing chart of accounts structure and proposed solutions to increase consistency across the international and US books.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis, including expense reports, credit card reconciliations, accruals, fixed asset and prepaid schedules, and intercompany reconciliations.
Accounts Payable Accountant
California Manufacturing Technology Consulting
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping including revenue, labor code distributions, and account reconciliations
- Managed entire accounting cycle including gathering information, preparing documents, finalizing reports and closing books (monthly and year end).
- Reached out to vendors and clients to verify information and follow up on client issues and contract related discrepancies
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy
- Streamlined productivity by automating time-wasting tasks created procedures for current activities
- Produced month-end closing reports
- Partnered with auditors on annual audits and realized compliance with governmental grant guidelines
- Actively worked to digitize invoicing and payments to reduce payment delays
- Collected and ensured continued accuracy of vendor payment methods and W-2 forms
- Processed and distributed over 60 EFT payments and checks per week.
- Prepared and filed 1099's and other year end tax forms
- Commissioned by HR to redesign and improve employee evaluation forms
Staff Accountant
California Manufacturing Technology Consulting
03.2019 - 07.2019
- Assisted accounting manager with year-end financial audits.
- Created journal entry schedules to improve efficiency, support and documentation of accounting processes.
- Promoted continuous workflow and issue resolution through communication and identification of conflicts with other departments.
- Created training protocols and documentation for IT compliance and operation
- Reviewed accounting structures and procedures on regular basis to identify areas in need of improvement.
- Wrote and utilized numerous macros in VBA for process improvement in both Accounting and operations
Accounting Specialist
California Manufacturing Technology Consulting
07.2018 - 03.2019
- Successfully organized two company wide technology distributions.
- Created and optimized inventory records management strategies to coordinate and centralize relevant information.
- Worked with Accounting and Informational Systems to improve communication and streamline processes
- Resolved technology related problems, improved operations and provided exceptional client support.
- Met with Controller to provide excel and project related assistance.
- Co-authored protocols for appropriate safe handling of equipment and materials.
- Drafted and distributed user friendly training manuals for devices and programs used by various employees.
Education
BBA - Accounting
Biola University
La Mirada, CA12.2017
Skills
- MS Office Suite: Word, Powerpoint, Excel, Access
- GAAP Reporting
- General ledger accounting
- Healthcare accounting
- Month-end closing
- Financial reporting
- Audit support
- Bank reconciliation
- Month End and Year End Closing
- Journal Entries
- Financial statements
- Quickbooks
- Abila MIP
- Microsoft Dynamics Nav
- Nonprofit accounting
- Grant accounting
- Advanced Excel skills, (vlookup, xlookup, index match, index sumifs, VBA Macro coding)
Other Skills
- Basic knowledge of C++ (Programming Language) and data structures
- Operational Improvement
- Research
- Strong interpersonal skills and customer service
- Sound written and verbal communication
- Leadership
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Consultant
City of Rolling Hills
09.2024 - Current
Senior Accountant
Behavioral Health Services
05.2022 - 08.2024
GL Accountant
Pixelogic Media
12.2021 - 05.2022
FTP Accounting Consultant
Robert Half
08.2021 - Current
Accounts Payable Accountant
Soothe Inc.
08.2021 - 12.2021
Accounts Payable Accountant
California Manufacturing Technology Consulting
07.2019 - 02.2020
Staff Accountant
California Manufacturing Technology Consulting
03.2019 - 07.2019
Accounting Specialist
California Manufacturing Technology Consulting
07.2018 - 03.2019
BBA - Accounting
Biola University
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