Allison Bowen
Virgilina,VA
Summary
Skilled accountant with a strong foundation in financial data analysis and reconciliation. A track record of supporting strategic initiatives through precise reporting and enhanced cash management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant II
City of Danville
Danville, VA
01.2018 - Current
- Analyzed financial data trends to inform strategic decision-making for municipal projects and initiatives.
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents and reports.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, resulting in reduced time spent on financial reporting tasks.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation efforts.
- Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through regular performance reports.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
- Completed daily cash functions like account tracking, budgeting, cash, and banking reconciliations.
Front Desk Receptionist
Ken Perkins Wealth Management
South Boston, VA
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Managed front desk operations, ensuring efficient check-in and appointment scheduling.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Coordinated communication between clients and financial advisors to streamline service delivery.
- Maintained accurate client records using practice management software to enhance data integrity.
Education
Master of Accountancy -
Averett University
Danville, VA05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Averett University
Danville, VA 12-2017
Skills
- Accounting and bookkeeping
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Bank reconciliation
- Bookkeeping
- Payroll processing
- General ledger entries
- Cash flow analysis
- Account reconciliation processes
- Audit support
- Year-end close
Timeline
Accountant II
City of Danville
01.2018 - Current
Front Desk Receptionist
Ken Perkins Wealth Management
01.2017 - 12.2018
Master of Accountancy -
Averett University
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Averett University