⭐ SUMMARY

Detail-oriented Accountant with experience in bookkeeping, account reconciliations, financial reporting, grants administration, and nonprofit/government accounting. Skilled in modern accounting software, process improvement, and accurate high-volume financial data management. Known for strong organization, reliability, and the ability to learn new systems quickly. Seeking a fully remote accounting role with opportunities for growth.

📌 CORE SKILLS

Accounting: General Ledger • Accounts Payable • Accounts Receivable • Bank Reconciliations • Journal Entries • Month-End Close • Financial Reporting • Budgeting
Software: QuickBooks Online • SAP • Xero • Excel (Advanced) • Smartsheet • ADP • Asana
Other Skills: Grants Tracking • Documentation Review • Data Accuracy • Workflow Optimization • Vendor Communication • Audit Prep

🎓 RELEVANT CERTIFICATIONS

  • Intuit Bookkeeping Professional Certificate

  • SAP ERP Essential Training

  • Microsoft Excel: Formulas & Functions • Pivot Tables • Data Analysis

  • QuickBooks Online (training + certification in progress)

  • Xero (training + certification in progress)

  • Google Project Management Certificate

  • Toastmasters Competent Communicator Certificate

  • Additional accounting and business coursework (34+ total certifications listed at elizabethflack.com)

💼 PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

North Carolina Human Trafficking Commission – Raleigh, NC

Grants Associate & Administrative Specialist I | 2023–2024

  • Reviewed financial reports, invoices, and reimbursement requests for accuracy and compliance.

  • Audited documentation including receipts, timesheets, pay stubs, and rental agreements.

  • Supported budget tracking and financial reporting for state-level grant programs.

  • Improved workflows by creating SOPs and reorganizing review systems.

  • Tracked processes using Excel and Smartsheet to maintain clean, accurate records.

Johns Hopkins University – Sponsored Projects Accountant

April 2022 – June 2022

  • Reviewed notices of award to determine terms and conditions for SAP account setup.

  • Created master data and established grant budgets in SAP.

  • Ensured accurate categorization of revenues and expenditures for award compliance.

Robert Half (Contract)

Accounts Receivable Clerk | Oct 2021 – Jan 2022

  • Tracked outstanding invoices and maintained client account updates.

  • Posted payments, verified AR data, and resolved billing discrepancies.

  • Processed Truck Trips in AS400 and scanned checks for deposit.

Payroll Clerk | Aug 2021 – Sept 2021

  • Updated payroll records and entered adjustments for employee changes.

  • Calculated payroll liabilities including federal/state taxes and employer contributions.

  • Processed MW507 and W-4 forms and resolved payroll discrepancies.

Thomas J. Palm, P.A. – Staff Accountant

Oct 2016 – Jan 2017

  • Performed monthly reconciliations and processed AP transactions.

  • Recorded sales tax, invoices, credit memos, and recurring entries.

  • Prepared journal entries and amortization schedules.

  • Created vendor records in QuickBooks Desktop and Online.

  • Provided office support including phones, mail, and customer inquiries.

Accounting for Jewelers, LLC – Accounting Assistant

Feb 2016 – Sept 2016

  • Completed reconciliations and AP processing.

  • Managed financial transactions using Xero bank feeds.

  • Edited and imported Excel files for inventory and financial data.

  • Processed invoices, recurring entries, and wire transfers.

  • Created and maintained vendor records in Xero.

🛠️ TECHNICAL SKILLS

Accounting Software: QuickBooks Online • Xero • SAP • AS400
Tools: Excel (Advanced) • Smartsheet • ADP • Microsoft Office • Google Workspace
Functions: AP/AR • Payroll • Journal Entries • Reconciliations • Budget Setup • Documentation Review • Grant Compliance
Other: SOP Creation • Process Improvement • Communication • Training Documentation

🤝 AFFILIATIONS

Toastmasters International — Competent Communicator Certificate