Experience

City National Bank of New Jersey

• Newark, NJ

• Senior Accountant II

  • Mar 2016 - Present

   FRB reconciliation and correspondent banks on a daily basis – journal entries.  Create and monitor Daily Liquidity Reports – verify the daily cash position report for liquidity analysis.  Supervise and operate the money desk – ongoing throughout the day (includes entering, verification, & release of all types of wires).  FRB Advantage System – input/release ACH, input/verify FRB securities.  Prepare monthly reconciliations (prepaid-accruals and fixed assets).  Prepare monthly reconciliations of cash advance, FMS non-post G/l accounts.  Reconcile and file the bank Sales and Use Tax in NJ and NY.  Reconcile and file the Backup Withholding monthly and yearly.  Prepare audit schedules for internal and external auditors.  Reconcile cash and prepare the daily settlement for R & T.  Monthly reconciliation of due from banks – M &T Bank, United Bank of Philadelphia, US Bank/ Visa.  Undertake special projects relating to department and/or bank services as assigned by the CFO or the Controller.  Process the weekly Port Authority of NY& NJ payroll through the FedLine.  Supervise Accounts Payable staff and provide ongoing support. Show less



ADIANT, LLC

• Bridgewater, NJ

• Consultant

  • Dec 2015 - Mar 2016

   Updated and maintained accounting records detailing financial business transactions.  Processed and entered data for accounts receivable, accounts payable, credit card payments, and deposit preparations.  Reconciled payments/receipts with internal company employees and management, or external vendors or customers. Verified the accuracy of invoices and other accounting documents.  Followed up with external clients who had any unpaid invoices (A/R).  Ensured the accuracy of payments (and payment instructions) prior to actual payment.  Compiled data and prepared a variety of reports. Investigated questionable data and recommended actions to resolve discrepancies.  Completed various reconciliations in software system. Show less



Peapack-Gladstone Bank | Private Banking since 1921

• United States
• Banking
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Senior Staff Accountant

  • Feb 2014 - Nov 2015

   Prepared daily and monthly reconciliations (accruals, prepaid and fixed assets). Prepared daily reconciliation of official checks through positive pay system. Analyzed P&L, balance sheets and maintained accounting controls by recommending policies and procedures. Assisted in month and year end closing and prepared analysis requested. Maintained and processed the quarterly property taxes for various locations. Processed the director fees for monthly meetings and quarterly retainers. Reconciled financial discrepancies by collecting and analyzing account information. Applied GAAP that included analytical work and thorough review of financial records. Maintained monthly intercompany spreadsheets for billing purposes and consolidated financial preparation. Show less

• Staff Accountant

  • Jul 2011 - Feb 2014

   Completed daily reconciliation of general ledger accounts including: Branch Cash on Hand, Auto Balancing (Loan Principal, Interest, late fees and FASB fees, Deposit principal, Interest and Overdraft), Fed Funds sold and purchased, FRB in Transit, FRB and FHLB accounts, General Ledger Suspense and General Ledger Forced expense, R&T, Promontory and all other weekly and monthly reconciliations. Completed daily reconciliation of all bank checks including, certified checks, money orders and cashier checks using ARP Options. Weekly and monthly account reconciliations. Coordinated record retentions for department. Performed additional related duties upon request, including special projects. Filed online journal entries and reconciliations and scanned reconciliations. Researched account/reconciliation differences with assistance from Jack Henry or other PGB departments. Processed monthly prepaid expense reports for all PGB companies. Conducted specialty account reconciliations – accrued expenses and accrued rent. Reconciled all Fixed Asset accounts (general ledger to Banktel) for all PGB companies. Processed daily unposted G/L accounts. Show less

• Junior Staff Accountant

  • Feb 2008 - Jul 2011

   Processed the full A/P cycle, approximately 750 invoices a week (confirmed receipt of goods or services,  verified approval, confirmed the invoice amount for accuracy, printed checks and processed ACH disbursements). Prepared journal entries and assisted in ledger maintenance. Processed and reconciled Federal Deposit and Tax coupons (TT& L). Assisted in the monthly reconciliation of assigned General Ledger accounts.

• Head Teller/CSR

  • Mar 2007 - Feb 2008

   Provided extraordinary customer care in daily interactions with external and internal customers. Opened new accounts including, but not limited to, checking, savings, certificate, and money market. Provided operational supervision and scheduling of teller staff. Provided ongoing product training. Assisted with enhancing teller cross-selling and follow-up techniques. Exceeded sales and referral goals annually. Performed all duties of teller position. Knowledgeable in all relevant policies and procedures, specifically BSA and those regarding cash handling. Show less

• Teller

  • Sep 2005 - Mar 2007

   Processed teller transactions for customers including servicing client accounts, accepted loan payments, managed safe deposit box payments, cashed checks, and balanced cash drawers. Demonstrated outstanding customer service, resolved customer concerns and helped build customer loyalty. Placed holds on accounts for uncollected funds. Reconciled and replenished ATM. Operated cash dispenser, recycler and coin machine.



Maybury Douglas Associates, Inc.

• Chester, NJ

• Junior Staff Accountant

  • Dec 2002 - Sep 2005

   Assisted in monthly and year end closing and prepared analysis requested.  Supported annual audits and compliance reviews.  Prepared tax returns, including Sales & Use, personal property, and gross receipts.  Entered fixed assets into accounting system. Processed asset retirements and transfers.  Created weekly journal entries capturing depreciation of all fixed assets.  Maintained monthly rent payment schedules and ensured timely payment in accordance with lease provisions.  Created weekly journal entries capturing depreciation of all fixed assets.  Prepared general ledger accruals as part of the weekly & quarterly reporting process.  Reconciled quarterly general ledger accounts.  Maintained the Vendor Master File and provided support during 1099 process.  Responded to internal/external inquiries with supporting documentation. Show less



DEENA’S OIL & SERVICE

• Long Valley, NJ

• Bookkeeper

  • Jun 2001 - Oct 2002

   Classified, recorded and summarized numerical and financial data in order to maintain financial records using journals, ledgers and computers.  Compiled statistical, financial and auditing reports including cash receipts, expenditures, A/P and A/R and profit & losses.  Prepared employee payroll, prepared purchase orders and expense reports.  Coordinated bank deposits and reported financial results on a regular basis to management.  Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy, appropriate documentation, and approval prior to payment.  Reconciled credit card statements, including service charges.  Verified all reimbursement requests against receipts provided.  Completed bank deposits, performed filing and other duties as needed. Show less



PUBLIC ACCOUNTING OFFICE

• Alexandria, Egypt

• Accountant & Auditor

  • Jun 1997 - Oct 2000

   Prepared corporate balance sheets.  Managed income statements and cash flow statements for import/export, industrial & agricultural companies.  Advised clients on effective expense and cost control, compared end of year balance sheets, and income statements.  Prepared action plan for clients to maintain their budgets.  Provided financial accounting analysis reports for clients.  Prepared monthly reports for Board of Directors and stockholders.  Assisted in day-to-day client consultations, financial education, and individual requests. Show less