Valencia Maolud

Detail-oriented and experienced bookkeeper with over 15 years of hands-on experience in accounting, bookkeeping, and financial reporting for various sectors. Adept at maintaining accurate records, reconciling accounts, and handling day-to-day financial operations. Proven ability to streamline processes and ensure compliance with accounting standards.

Independent Contractor at AMJ PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (2017-08 – Present)

• Provide full-cycle bookkeeping services to small and medium-sized non-profit and for profit organizations.
• Manage day-to-day accounting functions, including data entry, bank reconciliations, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll.
• Assist with month-end close processes and prepare financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, including ledgers and journals.
• Process government grants and ensure all transactions are recorded accurately.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting for clients.

Accountant / Public Accounting at R. MICHAEL LABOUNTY & ASSOCIATES, PC (2015-04 – 2017-08)

• Reconciled and balanced general ledger accounts, maintaining clients' chart of accounts.
• Performed month-end close and generated reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
• Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable processes for clients.
• Provided bookkeeping services, including handling payroll, sales tax, and property tax.
• Assisted in designing budgets for small businesses and non-profits.
• Prepared financial statements, worked on tax filings, and ensured tax readiness for clients.

Senior Accountant / Independent Contractor at LAURUS TECHNICAL INSTITUTE (2010-04 – 2015-03)

• Managed all accounting functions, including AP/AR, month-end close, and financial reporting for multiple campuses.
• Supervised one bookkeeper, delegating daily tasks and overseeing performance.
• Reconciled bank statements, credit cards, and student tuition payments.
• Prepared and posted journal entries, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Trained staff in cash management and posting of student payments, optimizing financial processes.

Accounting Coordinator at SEALY MATTRESS COMPANY (2007-11 – 2009-03)

• Managed the sales tax process, processing 24 returns monthly, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Reconciled general ledger accounts and assisted in financial reporting.
• Developed and implemented process improvements to streamline sales tax compliance and payment, saving the company approximately $20K annually.
• Contributed to 404 SOX compliance by developing controls for AP records accuracy.

Master of Business Administration in General Management / Hospitality Management – DeVry University – Keller Graduate School of Management (2013-10)

Bachelor of Science in Accounting – University of Phoenix (2010-10)

Associate of Arts in Business Administration – Axia College