Thao Trang Tran

Detail-oriented accounting professional with over 15 years of continuous accounting experience in the United States, supporting nonprofit, corporate, and government organizations. Extensive experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, bank reconciliations, payroll support, month-end close, financial reporting, grant accounting and compliance, audit support, and budget monitoring. Proficient in QuickBooks, Inn-Flow, SAP Concur, Sage Intacct, Microsoft Excel, and Google Workspace, with a proven ability to maintain accurate financial records, strengthen internal controls, ensure grant compliance, and improve accounting processes.

Corporate Accountant - Meisel Holding Management Service

(2026-04)

• Manage full-cycle Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) using QuickBooks.
• Process vendor invoices, payments, customer receipts, and account reconciliations using QuickBooks and Inn-Flow.
• Manage and reconcile 20 bank accounts monthly, ensuring accurate cash balances and timely resolution of discrepancies.
• Prepare journal entries, maintain the general ledger, reconcile credit card and balance sheet accounts, and support month-end and year-end close.
• Assist with payroll processing and payroll-related accounting activities.
• Support Human Resources with employee onboarding, background checks, E-Verify, and benefits administration.
• Utilize Google Workspace to collaborate with cross-functional teams and support daily accounting operations.
• Work closely with management to improve accounting and administrative processes.

Accounting Manager - Democracy International Inc. - Bethesda, MD

(2012-09 - 2026-04)

• Managed accounting operations, including AP, payroll, general ledger, reconciliations, and month-end close.
• Ensured compliance with U.S. GAAP and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
• Managed accounts payable, vendor payments, ACH/wire transfers, employee expense reimbursements, and Form 1099 preparation.
• Forecasted cash requirements, managed accounts receivable, and prepared Letter of Credit (LOC) drawdowns for government grants.
• Prepared annual indirect cost budgets and monitored grant expenditures.
• Reconciled bank and credit card accounts and maintained accurate financial records.
• Supported annual external audits by preparing schedules, reconciliations, and audit documentation.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve accounting processes and operational efficiency.

Senior Auditor - Department of Taxation - Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

(1994 - 2009)

• Conducted tax audits and reviewed financial statements for regulatory compliance.
• Led audit teams, prepared audit reports, and identified accounting discrepancies, fraud risks, and internal control weaknesses.
• Collaborated with businesses and government agencies to resolve tax and audit matters.

Bachelor of Science - Accounting - University of Maryland Global Campus