Vanessa Schivo
Roseville
Summary
Astute staff accountant with 15+ years of varied accounting and bookkeeping experience. Expert in QuickBooks Online, general ledger reconciliation, and process optimization with a proven adherence to GAAP. Demonstrates excellent email communication and disciplined remote work, delivering high-quality financial reporting while maintaining a stress-free work environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Aim Higher, Inc.
Rocklin
06.2025 - 05.2026
- Managed consolidated financial reporting, general ledger maintenance, cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and month-end/year-end close processes for multiple business entities, ensuring accurate financial representation and compliance
- Oversaw accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, reconciliations, and intercompany transactions while ensuring GAAP compliance and operational accuracy
- Developed and maintained internal controls, financial policies, and reporting procedures to improve efficiency and strengthen financial integrity
- Coordinated with executive leadership for strategic planning, financial analysis, and operational decision-making, enhancing alignment between financial goals and business objectives
- Directed full-cycle accounting and financial operations for a multi-entity organization including adult day programs for adults with disabilities, residential care homes, restaurants, property management, and real estate operations
- Supervised accounting functions for diverse revenue streams including government-funded programs, property income, restaurant operations, and residential services, maintaining financial accuracy and compliance across all sectors
- Managed vendor relationships, licensing compliance, and financial documentation for healthcare and residential service operations
- Assisted with audits, tax preparation support, and regulatory reporting requirements across diverse business sectors
Senior AP Specialist
Quest Technology Management
Roseville
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Optimized accounts payable workflows and implemented automated reconciliation processes, reducing processing time while maintaining accuracy standards
- Managed vendor relationships and payment cycles, resolving discrepancies promptly and securing favorable payment terms for improved cash flow management
- Audited payment records and financial documentation to ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements
- Coordinated with finance teams to streamline month-end closing procedures and enhance reporting accuracy through verification protocols
- Enhanced processes to increase team efficiency to enhance efficiency across teams to improve team productivity and performance
Bookkeeper
Wild Child Trans Inc.
Sacramento
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Streamlined QuickBooks files, ensuring accuracy of financial statements for tax and business decisions
- Performed month-end and year-end closing activities including preparing journal entries, prepaid and accruals, and reconciling general ledger accounts with supporting schedules
- Oversaw inter-company transactions and recorded daily accounts receivable, maintaining accurate financial records
- Delivered tailored bookkeeping services for small business trucking company, enhancing financial tracking and reporting
Corporate Accountant/Shipping & Receiving Coordinator
Teledyne Lecroy, Inc. (Formerly OakGate Technology, Inc.)
Loomis
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Prepared financial statements for internal and external stakeholders ensuring accuracy and compliance
- Delivered comprehensive general accounting services including month-end closing, adjusting journal entries, and bank and credit card reconciliations
- Managed weekly cash flow and processed biweekly payroll with precise calculations
- Developed forecasts and annual budgets to support strategic alignment with company goals
- Reconciled accounts receivable balances, initiated customer invoices, and processed bank deposits
- Reviewed and processed vendor invoices, managed vendor relations, and collaborated with Purchasing to enhance cost efficiency
- Updated and created internal controls to strengthen financial integrity
- Delivered asset and inventory reports to CFO, reported accruals, and reconciled assets to general ledger monthly for accurate financial oversight
- Supported annual reviews with documentation and reporting
Corporate Accountant
OakGate Technology, Inc.
Loomis
02.2018 - 01.2020
- Prepared financial statements for internal and external users with accuracy
- Managed weekly cash flow and developed forecasts and annual budgets
- Delivered general accounting services including month-end closing, adjusting journal entries, and bank and credit card reconciliations
- Reconciled accounts receivable balances, processed customer invoices, and managed bank deposits to ensure accurate cash flow.
- Processed accounts payable and developed strong vendor relations, optimizing purchasing decisions.
- Updated and established internal controls, enhancing compliance and accuracy in financial reporting.
- Provided support and documentation for annual financial reviews
Bookkeeper
FuseGlobal Partners, Inc.
San Francisco
10.2014 - 04.2016
- Managed weekly cash flow and developed forecasts and annual budgets
- Prepared financial reports through collection, analysis, and summarization of account information, providing clear financial insights
- Provided general accounting services including month-end closing, adjusting journal entries, and bank reconciliations
- Reconciled prior years' accounts, facilitating accurate tax filings
- Maintained vendor relations and updated internal controls, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial processes
Accounting Manager
FuseGlobal Partners, Inc.
San Francisco
02.2011 - 10.2014
- Provided leadership and management of accounting services for a business application company
- Managed month-end closing process, including adjusting journal entries, general ledger, and bank reconciliations, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting
- Prepared financial statements for internal and external users ensuring compliance with GAAP
- Oversaw weekly cash flow management, developing forecasts and annual budgets to support strategic financial decision-making
- Reconciled accounts receivable balances, initiated customer invoices, and processed bank deposits
- Processed bi-weekly payroll and calculated commissions and expense reports
- Maintained vendor relations and updated internal controls, enhancing financial processes and compliance
- Assisted Corporate CPA and maintained QuickBooks Online and electronically filed 1099s
Education
Accounting (B.S.) -
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZPhoenix, AZ
Skills
- Financial reporting
- Budget forecasting
- Cash Flow Analysis
- Account reconciliation
- Internal Controls
- GAAP compliance
- Intercompany transactions
- Audit coordination
- QuickBooks Online
- Xero
- Billcom
- Bookkeeping
- Process improvement
- Vendor management
- Collections
- Team leadership
- ADP
- Payroll
Timeline
Controller
Aim Higher, Inc.
06.2025 - 05.2026
Senior AP Specialist
Quest Technology Management
02.2024 - 09.2024
Bookkeeper
Wild Child Trans Inc.
01.2022 - 08.2023
Corporate Accountant/Shipping & Receiving Coordinator
Teledyne Lecroy, Inc. (Formerly OakGate Technology, Inc.)
01.2020 - 05.2021
Corporate Accountant
OakGate Technology, Inc.
02.2018 - 01.2020
Bookkeeper
FuseGlobal Partners, Inc.
10.2014 - 04.2016
Accounting Manager
FuseGlobal Partners, Inc.
02.2011 - 10.2014
Accounting (B.S.) -
University of Phoenix