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Nakeisha Cooper

Nakeisha Cooper

NEW ORLEANS

Summary

Accounting professional with 16 years of experience maintaining financial records and reviewing account activity. Proven track record of developing accurate spreadsheets and delivering organized reports with Rumba, SNOW, AS400, EPIC, ORACLE, OPERA. Accomplished in taking on tasks within strict deadlines while prioritizing urgent needs.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisory Fiscal Technician Payroll

USDA National Finance Company
09.2023 - Current
  • Improved financial accuracy by diligently reviewing and reconciling accounts, identifying discrepancies, and making necessary adjustments.
  • Streamlined accounting processes for increased efficiency through the implementation of automated systems and software.
  • Enhanced fiscal transparency with regular financial reporting to management, highlighting trends and areas for improvement.
  • Reduced errors in financial data entry by implementing strict quality control measures and training initiatives.
  • Provided timely and accurate payroll processing for employees, ensuring compliance with tax regulations and company policies.
  • Checked figures, postings and documents for correct entry, mathematical accuracy and proper codes.
  • Operated computers programmed with accounting software to record, store and analyze information.
  • Examined financial statements and records to collect important details and verify calculations.
  • Managed a team of payroll specialists, providing training and guidance to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
  • Collaborated with HR and Finance departments for seamless integration of new hires into the payroll system.
  • Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws by staying current on regulations and updating policies accordingly.
  • Reduced errors in payroll data entry by implementing automated systems and providing thorough training to staff members.
  • Maintained employee confidence with secure handling of sensitive information during all stages of the payroll process.
  • Addressed employee inquiries regarding pay issues promptly, fostering positive relationships between management and staff members.
  • Streamlined timekeeping procedures through the implementation of an automated system that accurately tracked employee hours worked for more efficient payroll processing.
  • Mentored junior team members, helping them develop the skills necessary for career advancement within the payroll field.
  • Monitored and updated employee information in payroll system to add changes in salary, bonuses and deductions.
  • Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Reviewed time records for 650 million employees to verify accuracy of information.

Accounting Technician

USDA National Finance Center- Military Deposit Rec
01.2021 - 09.2023
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Screened company accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll processing and general ledger transactions.
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Reconciled accounts, managed audits and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
  • Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.
  • Analyzed figures, postings and documents to maintain accounting program accuracy.
  • Verified deposits, rectified discrepancies and processed end-of-day paperwork using Rumba with 100% accuracy.
  • Utilized Rumba and EPIC to analyze, store and record company financial information.
  • Presented audit findings to Program Analyst after reviewing results and paperwork.
  • Used Rumba, EHRI or Iron Mountain to perform accurate financial analysis and audits to mitigate financial risks.

Accounting Technician

USDA/NFC-Military Deposit Recon & Sect(Contractor)
06.2020 - 09.2020
  • Processing Incoming and outgoing mail (proofreading) in Military Deposits & reconciliation Section.
  • Reconcile and finalize accounts in Military Deposits & Reconciliation Sections.
  • Logging work daily, filling once weekly.
  • Performed exceptional customer service to agencies daily.
  • Trained employee on lump sum payment and federal procedures in Military deposits & Reconciliation Section.
  • Walked some agencies on how to navigate through SNOW in Military Deposit & Reconciliation Section.
  • Maintained strict client confidentiality in personal, telephone and email interactions to comply with preset standards and regulations in Military Deposits & Reconciliation.
  • Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
  • Apply federal regulations interest to CSRS/FERS and USERRA accounts in Military Deposits & Reconciliations Section
  • Applied mathematical abilities on daily basis to calculate and check figures in all areas of accounting systems.
  • Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
  • Inputted 20 plus cases daily.
  • Managed accounting system using Rumba and SNOW Accounting inventory software to enhance reporting and organizational analysis.

Accounts Payables

S&WB/ Robert Half & Company (Contractor)
02.2020 - 06.2020
  • Reconcile accounting books daily.
  • Trained management on how to use TAX EXEMPT in Oracle.
  • Closed out vendors daily for proper payment and trained other employees on how to close out payments properly.
  • Generated and submitted invoices based upon established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
  • Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
  • Reorganized accounts payable processes, decreasing supplier payment delays from 180 to 15 days.

Accounts Payables

Maison Dupuy Hotel
09.2014 - 12.2019
  • Charge expense to accounts and cost centers by analyzing invoices / expense reports recording entries.
  • Pay vendors by monitoring discount opportunities and verifying federal ID numbers.
  • Scheduling and preparing checks; resolving purchase order, invoice or payment
  • Discrepancies and documentations.
  • Ensuring credits is received for outstanding memos; issuing stop-payments.
  • Pay employees by receiving and verifying expense reports and request for advances; preparing checks.
  • All invoices are reviewed and checked to determine if USE TAX should be accrued.
  • Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
  • Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation and billing code accuracy.
  • Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
  • Produced month-end closing reports and provided actionable suggestions on remittance for quick resolution.
  • Streamlined productivity by decreasing time-wasting tasks and helping supervisors.

Accounts Payables

Robert Half And Company (Contractor)
03.2014 - 09.2014
  • Verify employee's banks, input all vendor invoices, AP vendor statement reconciliation, and dispute resolution.
  • File invoices once paid.
  • Verify that all invoices are signed and have PO to be process.
  • Obtain all W-9's prior to paying vendors.
  • Prepare daily deposits and over short reconciliation.
  • Applied mathematical abilities on daily basis to calculate and check figures in all areas of accounting systems.
  • Generated and submitted invoices based upon established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.

Front Desk Clerk

D. W. Rhodes Funeral Homes
08.2013 - 04.2014

● Assist with budgetary guidelines using approve vendors.

● Involvement in community to promote growth of funeral

calls to 10%.

● Delivery of goods and services to at-need families daily.

● Planned coverage needs and organized services to support

incoming special events.

● Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant

conversations.

  • Provided guests with above-and-beyond service, including making outside venue reservations and setting up tours.

Frontline Cashier

Fairgrounds Race Track & Slots
05.2012 - 09.2012
  • Completed and process jackpot paperwork, count funds and reconcile daily summaries of transactions to balance books.
  • Counted cash in register drawer at beginning and end of shift.
  • Performed cash, card and check transactions for customer purchases.
  • Greeted customers and responded to over 25 request for information.
  • Reviewed and resolved differences between accounting information and cash drawer

Accounting Auditor Supervisor

Harrah's Casino & Hotel
03.2003 - 02.2012
  • Balanced monthly GL accounts to accurately record cost and month end accruals.
  • Trained numerous employees on accounting/auditing principles and company procedures.
  • Inspect account books and accounting system for efficiency, effectiveness and use of accepted accounting procedures to record transactions.
  • Completed audit papers by thoroughly documenting audit tests and findings.
  • Facilitated financial and operational audits, working with internal and external managers to communicate recommendations or issues surrounding audits.
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
  • Saved thousands of dollars by doing audits cost-saving initiatives that addressed long-standing problems do to theft. Increased income by another 15%.
  • Completed audit papers by thoroughly documenting audit tests and findings.

Education

BBA - Specialization in Accounting

American InterContinental University
Schaumburg, IL
07.2022

Associate of Science - Business Information Systems

Remington College (Southeast College of Tech)
Metairie, LA
06.2001

High School Diploma -

Marion Abramson High School
New Orleans
05.1998

Skills

  • Training and mentoring
  • Budgeting and forecast
  • Accounting Operations Process
  • 20 cases reporting daily
  • Data Analysis
  • Account And Ledger Reconciliations
  • Accounting Principles
  • Financial Statement Analysis
  • Accounting Operations Processes
  • Accounting And Bookkeeping
  • Policy And Procedure Adherence
  • Accounts Analysis
  • Skilled In Service Now (SNOW), Rumba, Savvy, AFAIS, OPERA, AS400,EPIC
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis

Timeline

Supervisory Fiscal Technician Payroll

USDA National Finance Company
09.2023 - Current

Accounting Technician

USDA National Finance Center- Military Deposit Rec
01.2021 - 09.2023

Accounting Technician

USDA/NFC-Military Deposit Recon & Sect(Contractor)
06.2020 - 09.2020

Accounts Payables

S&WB/ Robert Half & Company (Contractor)
02.2020 - 06.2020

Accounts Payables

Maison Dupuy Hotel
09.2014 - 12.2019

Accounts Payables

Robert Half And Company (Contractor)
03.2014 - 09.2014

Front Desk Clerk

D. W. Rhodes Funeral Homes
08.2013 - 04.2014

Frontline Cashier

Fairgrounds Race Track & Slots
05.2012 - 09.2012

Accounting Auditor Supervisor

Harrah's Casino & Hotel
03.2003 - 02.2012

BBA - Specialization in Accounting

American InterContinental University

Associate of Science - Business Information Systems

Remington College (Southeast College of Tech)

High School Diploma -

Marion Abramson High School
Nakeisha Cooper