Senior Accountant Resume Example
A concise, impressive resume sample for a seasoned accountant, showcasing expertise in financial analysis, audit, and tax compliance.
Summary
Experienced senior accountant with over 10 years of expertise in financial reporting, audit, and tax compliance. Adept at streamlining processes, managing multi‑department budgets, and delivering actionable insights to executive leadership. Proven track record of driving cost savings and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Experience
Senior Accountant · Global Finance Corp
Chicago, IL • Jan 2018 – Present
- Led the consolidation of financial statements for 12 subsidiaries, reducing closing time by 30%.
- Implemented automated variance analysis tools, increasing reporting accuracy and reducing manual effort by 25%.
- Managed a team of 4 junior accountants, providing mentorship and performance reviews.
Accountant · Midwest Accounting Services
St. Louis, MO • Jun 2014 – Dec 2017
- Prepared and reviewed monthly financial statements, ensuring compliance with GAAP.
- Conducted internal audit procedures, identifying and correcting discrepancies worth $1.2M.
- Coordinated year‑end tax filings for 200+ clients, achieving 100% on‑time submission.
Junior Accountant · City Bank
Kansas City, MO • Jul 2012 – May 2014
- Reconciled bank statements and fixed accounting errors, improving accuracy by 15%.
- Assisted in preparing quarterly reports for senior management.
- Maintained general ledger entries and performed month‑end close activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science · University of Illinois at Urbana‑Champaign
Accounting • 2010 – 2014
Skills
Financial Reporting
GAAP, Financial Statements, Consolidation
Audit & Assurance
Internal Audit, Risk Management, Compliance
Tax Preparation
Tax Filing, IRS, State Tax
Data Analysis
Excel, Power BI, SQL