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Lilian Williams

Fremont,CA

Summary

Results-oriented accounting professional with 15 years of experience in accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, taxation, financial control and audit-related settings. Quick learner with accurate attention to details, and proven track record of identifying areas for cost savings, improving operational efficiency, and increasing financial performance.

Knowledgeable Accountant with robust background in tax accounting and history of delivering precise and compliant financial reports. Successfully led initiatives to streamline tax processes, resulting in improved efficiency and compliance. Demonstrated expertise in tax planning and audit preparation, consistently leveraging strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Tax Accountant - Contract

BOL Global, Inc

San Francisco

06.2025 - Current

Budgeting, Forecasting, Tax Planning
SOX compliance, Payroll Support, Internal Control
Financial and WC Audit Support.
Managed the books for clients: Month-Year-end closing, GL control, A/P, A/R, Accounts Reconciliations, Payroll, Prevailing Wage, CPR, Payroll Tax
Developed and implemented tax strategies that optimized financial outcomes for clients.
Analyzed legislative changes and their implications on tax planning and compliance efforts for clients.
Managed filing of federal, state and local taxes within established time frames for C, S, LLC, Trust and individuals.

Financial Controller - Contract

Chelsea Pacific Group, Inc

Tiburon

11.2023 - 06.2025

Controlled investment portfolios for commercial and residential properties.
Performed various reconciliations, including bank, trust accounts and credit card reconciliations.
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable, Business Property level accounting.
Managed Payroll, Payroll Taxes, Sales Tax, Gross Receipts and Payroll tax.
Provided financial analysis to property managers to make informed decisions regarding the profitability.
Reviewed business property reports: rent rolls, delinquency reports. Business License and Insurance renewals, Human Resources Control,
Collaborated with CPA for annual financial statements and tax return fillings. Worked closely with auditors through year-end audit, prepared schedules, and gathered details.
Worked with executives to create annual budget and track actual expenses against projected expenses, CAM reconciliations.

General Accountant, Financial Controller

Pacifica Foundation Radio

Berkeley & Los Angeles, CA

05.2011 - 11.2023

Monthly and year-end closing and consolidation of financial reporting, cash account reconciliations
Developed annual budgets and maintained ongoing analytics
Managed all accounting activities related to awarded grants, prepared financial reports, invoices for grants and contracts to government or foundations. Provided all necessary documentation and explanations related to financial activities and grant funds.
Managed payroll for 300 employees, Payroll Tax, Employee Benefits
Managed Accounts receivable, prepared and submitted WIP and final billings, monitored retention balances and reconciliations.
Managed Accounts Payable, monitored subcontractors, vendors, and suppliers.
Managed construction project documentations, tracked lien releases.
Managed Business Insurance renewals, WC monthly report filling, Supported external business insurance audit.
Managed Federal and State tax payments.
Collaborated with CPA for annual financial statements and tax return fillings. Worked closely with auditors through year-end audit, prepared schedules, and gathered details.

Education

Risk Management for Corporate Leaders -

Harvard Business School

01.2027

No Degree - Taxation, PTIN , CTEC Certificats

Pronto Tax School

New York, NY

12.2025

BS - Accounting, Taxation and Audit

State University of San Francisco

01.2015

BS - Financial Management, Accounting, Taxation and Audit

State University of UA

01.2003