KRYSTEL MAE L. BRACE

Working in a local public accounting firm to provide professional accounting services for individuals and business clients. Provide full range of services, including income tax preparation and other tax returns, audit support, preparation of financial statements, pro forma budgeting, general ledger accounting, and bank reconciliation.

ACCOUNTANT

• Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
• Compiled and analyzed financial information to prepare entries for general ledger accounts.
• Inspected account books and recorded transactions.
• Assisted with preparation of monthly financial statements.
• Reconciled month-end totals for timely and accurate reporting of financial information.
• Assisted in preparation of quarterly and annual financial reports, ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Reduced errors in financial reporting by conducting thorough reviews and ensuring accurate data entry.
• Improved financial accuracy by reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies in financial records.
• Supported decision-making by preparing accurate monthly financial statements.

BOOKKEEPER

• Prepared journal entries and entered into system using an Accounting Software.
• Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
• Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks.
• Reduced errors in financial statements with meticulous attention to detail during data entry.
• Maintained excellent financial standings by working closely with bookkeeper to process business transactions.

TAX COMPLIANCE AND OTHER REGULATORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Supported tax preparation and filing, ensuring compliance with regulations and deadlines.
• Found tax solutions to complicated tax issues or errors from incorrect tax filings.
• Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
• Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
• Improved tax preparation efficiency, organized and reviewed all relevant financial documents.
• Maintained compliance with tax laws, ensuring timely filing of all required documents.

AUDIT

• Managed multiple concurrent audit engagements, prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
• Facilitated smoother audits by organizing and maintaining comprehensive financial records.
• Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
• Provided detailed documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action when necessary.
• Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
• Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements by performing regular audits and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
• Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations and standards, ensuring audit practices remained compliant.

TEAMWORK AND OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

• Enhanced team collaboration by sharing best practices and insights on accounting procedures.
• Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
• Enhanced team productivity with development and implementation of bookkeeping best practices.
• Effectively communicated with clients about payment needs and kept updated, detailed and accurate ledgers.