Blossom Sparks

Senior Accountant with experience in financial accounting across diverse industries. Expertise in financial statement preparation and review, general ledger management, and bank reconciliations. Skilled in accounts payable and receivable, payroll processing, and fixed asset accounting.

Adept in handling complex accounting functions, including intercompany transactions, capital expenditures, and multi-level consolidations. Excel at audit facilitation, regulatory compliance, and budget preparation.

Advanced

Excel skills, including pivot tables and complex functions, to optimize financial reporting and data analysis. Experienced working with teams and collaborating with stakeholders to align financial operations with business goals.

Senior Accountant - Briotech, Inc. - Everett, WA (Hybrid)

(2026-01)

Supported and assisted accounting team members in maintaining accurate financial reports and ensured compliance with GAAP., emails, and chats to address accounting needs. Performed general reconciliations, assisted with month-end and year-end processes, inventory valuation, supported accounts payable function.

• Functioned as in purchasing capacity by creating purchases orders and placed orders with vendors.
• Developed method to provide general ledger accounting for sales of large, online retailer.
• Contributed to and assembled financial information to completed of accounting for of international subsidiaries.
• Documented procedures for various accounting functions.

Senior Accountant - Escalon Services - Remote

(2023-01 - 2025-12)

Oversaw accounting operations for up to 11 clients simultaneously, delivering accurate monthly financial statements and reports. Reviewed accounts receivable, accounts payable, and banking transactions to ensure compliance and accuracy. Prepared monthly financial data, including flux analysis, to support decision-making for external clients and internal stakeholders.

Led weekly and ad hoc meetings, emails, and chats to address accounting needs. Streamlined deferred revenue schedules by implementing pivot tables.

• Coordinated accounting activities for a high-revenue client generating $9M annually, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Revamped deferred revenue schedules by removing prior year activity, simplifying tracking of year-to-date balances.
• Acted as the primary liaison for a large client audit, preparing detailed notes and reports that ensured a seamless process.
• Improved financial reporting efficiency by organizing data into standardized monthly templates for multiple clients.

Senior Accountant - Temple De Hirsch Sinai - Seattle, WA (Hybrid)

(2021-01 - 2023-12)

Prepared monthly income statements for seven funds and ensured adherence to annual budget schedules. Managed general ledger accounts, reconciling and verifying all transactions for accuracy. Supervised staff accountant, reviewing accounts payable and payroll transactions for compliance. Collaborated with department managers to develop timely and accurate budgets. Supported audit processes by preparing schedules and responding to auditor inquiries.

• Developed a procedure to balance journal entries from the A/R system before importing them into the accounting system, reducing errors.
• Contributed to a successful audit with no adjustments by providing detailed explanations and accurate schedules.
• Enhanced budget accuracy by working closely with department managers to align financial planning with organizational goals.

Senior Accountant - Skykick, Inc - Seattle, WA (Remote)

(2020-01 - 2020-12)

Prepared monthly income statements and account reconciliations for four international subsidiaries. Recorded journal entries for payroll, general administration, and employee-related expenses across all entities. Reconciled cash accounts for five entities and processed accounts receivable and payable transactions. Ensured compliance with tax regulations, financial policies, and internal controls.

• Increased operational efficiency by consolidating two roles into one, streamlining workflows and reducing redundancy.
• Improved accounts receivable processes by applying electronic cash transactions in USD and international currencies.
• Supported international subsidiaries by preparing accurate monthly income statements and account reconciliations.

Senior Accountant - National Asian Pacific Center on Aging - Seattle, WA

(2018-01 - 2020-12)

Prepared draft financial statements, journal entries, and reconciliations for 12 to 28 grants monthly. Performed month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities. Managed cash transactions, including federal grant draws and ACH banking reconciliations. Resolved multi-state payroll tax issues and administered employee benefits. Supervised accounts payable staff, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices.

• Streamlined cash management processes by calculating and initiating federal grant draws and reconciling cash accounts.
• Enhanced accounts payable efficiency by reviewing and approving batches for posting, providing leadership to staff.
• Cleared liability accounts for state and city payroll taxes, ensuring compliance and reducing financial risks.

Senior Accountant - Spoken Communications - Seattle, WA

(2013-01 - 2017-12)

Directed accounting functions, including month-end closing, internal controls, and accurate transaction recording. Led the transition from QuickBooks to Great Plains, creating templates and transferring data. Supported the consolidation of financial statements for the parent company and three subsidiaries. Orchestrated annual audit preparations and collaborated with external auditors.

• Improved fixed asset tracking by revising schedules to reflect current net book values, enhancing usability.
• Supported financial consolidation by updating templates with subsidiary financial statements, ensuring accuracy.
• Strengthened internal controls by directing month-end closing processes and ensuring accurate transaction recording.

Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting - Gonzaga University