Seema Rani
Fontana
Summary
Experienced Accounting Assistant and Analyst with 8–9 years of experience in CPA firm and corporate accounting. Proven expertise in data entry, journal entries, month-end and year-end close procedures, and preparation of financial statements. Strong background in accounts payable and accounts receivable, including high-volume invoice processing and three-way matching. Hands-on experience with payroll processing, timekeeping, and payroll data entry. Seeking a stable accounting role where accuracy, efficiency, and attention to detail are valued and where I can continue to grow my accounting skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant
Circle K Corp
Fontana, CA, United States
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Supported month-end close procedures by preparing and posting journal entries and accruals with accuracy.
- Applied advanced Excel functions including VLOOKUP and Pivot Tables to perform detailed account analysis and reconciliation.
- Administered account reconciliation workflows utilizing PDI Enterprise reconciliation software to ensure data integrity.
- Verified transaction compliance with GAAP standards and internal company accounting policies.
Accounting Analyst
Circle K Corp
Tempe, AZ
03.2019 - 08.2025
- Utilized accounting system PDI Enterprise (Reconciliation Software) to enhance reporting and organizational analysis.
- Researched and resolved accounting discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to meet deadlines and improve processes.
- Reviewed and processed daily freight invoices with a focus on identifying and resolving billing discrepancies to ensure payment accuracy.
- Conducted period-end mass payments with full audit trail, noting causes of outstanding BOL's for compliance.
- Presented audit findings to accounting manager after reviewing results and paperwork.
Accounting Assistant
Transcon Environmental
Gilbert, AZ, United States
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Accurately recorded expenses and reimbursements, ensuring precise accounting records to facilitate consistent payroll processing for a workforce exceeding 120 employees.
- Coordinated and executed comprehensive analyses during the month-end closing process of ledger accounts and balance sheets, supporting financial accuracy and compliance.
- Reviewed and updated personnel records to ensure compliance with regulatory changes, including adjustments to pay rates, new hire classifications, and wage modifications.
- Verified and reconciled timekeeping records, addressing discrepancies directly with employees to maintain data integrity.
- Calculated payroll components—including salaries, rate adjustments, retroactive payments, overtime, bonuses, vacation accruals, termination settlements, and garnishments—utilizing QuickBooks and Deltek software systems.
Accounting Assistant
AC&D
Mesa, AZ, United States
11.2017 - 02.2019
- Supported the implementation of a new company setup for service and merchandising operations, including configuration of vendors, customers, inventory items, and the chart of accounts.
- Utilized accounting software to accurately record financial transactions and generate detailed financial statement reports.
- Prepared and posted journal entries, encompassing adjusting and closing entries to ensure period-end accuracy.
- Analyzed daily variances, identified discrepancies, and performed corrective actions to maintain data integrity.
- Executed comprehensive bank reconciliations to verify account balances and resolve outstanding issues.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Accounting & Finance
University of Phoenix
Tempe, United States04.2019
Masters - Business Administration
University of Phoenix
Tempe, United States11.2020
Skills
- General Ledger Accounting
- Journal Entries & Adjustments
- Month-end & Year-end close
- Account Reconciliations (bank, credit card, balance sheet)
- Financial Statement Preparation
- Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
- Accruals & Prepaid Expenses
- Payroll & Timekeeping
- High Volume AP & 3-way Match (PO, Invoice, Receipt)
- Microsoft Office (Excel, outlook, access database)
- Accounting Software (PDI- Enterprise, QuickBooks, Sage, Deltek)
- Analytical Thinking
- Strong Attention to Detail
- Ability to Identify Discrepancies
- Clear Written and Verbal Communication
- Basic GAAP Knowledge
Affiliations
Delta Mu Delta International Honor Society in Business
Golden Key International Honour Society
The National Society of Leadership and Success
Languages
Hindi
Timeline
Staff Accountant
Circle K Corp
08.2025 - 10.2025
Accounting Assistant
Transcon Environmental
02.2022 - 06.2022
Accounting Analyst
Circle K Corp
03.2019 - 08.2025
Accounting Assistant
AC&D
11.2017 - 02.2019
Bachelors of Science - Accounting & Finance
University of Phoenix
Masters - Business Administration
University of Phoenix