Kadiatu Timbo
WOODBRIDGE
Summary
Dynamic Project Accountant with a proven track record at Development Alternative Inc, enhancing financial reporting accuracy and streamlining month-end close processes. Skilled in GAAP and contractor management, I excel in identifying cost-saving opportunities while fostering interdepartmental collaboration. Committed to delivering timely financial insights that drive informed decision-making.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Accountant
Development Alternative Inc, DAI
11.2023 - 01.2025
- Enhanced communication between accounting and project management teams with regular financial updates and collaborative meetings.
- Monitored project costs, billed Time and Materials (T&M), Cost Plus Fixed Fee (CPFF), and Fixed Price (FP) contracts of a portfolio of government and commercial contracts.
- Eliminated discrepancies by carefully reviewing budgets to prevent overspending and adhere to financial objectives.
- Increased efficiency of month-end closing procedures through streamlining tasks such as account reconciliations, journal entry preparations, and report generation.
- Generated invoices within tight deadlines, reviewed and confirmed that the information on the invoice accurate based on applicable indirect rates and the contract requirements.
- Streamlined budget development by collaborating with project managers to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Reduced project costs by implementing efficient cost control measures and monitoring expenditures.
- Conducted regular reviews of project costs and progress, proactively identifying potential issues before they became major problems and implementing corrective actions as needed.
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy through diligent account reconciliation and analysis of project expenses.
- Increased efficiency in invoice processing, streamlining workflows while maintaining strict adherence to company guidelines regarding approvals and payments.
- Managed subcontractor contracts effectively, reviewing agreements regularly to confirm compliance with terms while identifying potential savings opportunities.
Staff Accountant
CDR Fundraising Group
12.2020 - 11.2023
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
- Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
Staff Accountant
Evidera
11.2018 - 08.2020
- Increased efficiency of the accounts receivable department by implementing a new accounting software system.
- Assisted accounting team with day-to-day accounting operations.
- Contributed to successful year-end audits by providing thorough documentation of all accounts receivable activities throughout the fiscal year.
- Fulfilled documentation and information requests to support annual audits and tax filings.
- Maintained strict adherence to company policies regarding late fees, write-offs, and other financial transactions related to accounts receivable management.
- Achieved monthly financial report submission deadlines to meet agreements and expectations.
- Assisted in budget preparation by providing accurate account projections based on historical data analysis.
- Optimized the collections process by analyzing customer payment data and recommending adjustments to credit terms as needed.
- Monitored timely collection and application of account receivable collections.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
Project Accountant
World Bank Group
02.2017 - 08.2018
- Enhanced communication between accounting and project management teams with regular financial updates and collaborative meetings.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop accurate cost estimates for upcoming projects, increasing overall profitability.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
- Investigated expenses not billed to customers and vetted employee reasoning.
- Set up and managed project accounting systems.
- Ensured accurate revenue recognition by closely monitoring completed tasks and milestones within projects.
- Assisted with contract review, verifying billing terms, and maintaining proper documentation for each project assignment.
- Provided ongoing assistance to project managers in understanding their projects'' financial status, leading to more informed decision-making processes.
- Reduced accounting discrepancies by conducting thorough invoice reviews and reconciliations.
- Strengthened interdepartmental collaboration by actively participating in cross-functional team meetings and providing financial insights when needed.
Accounts Payable Accountant
African Wildlife Foundation, AWF
10.2015 - 01.2017
- Minimized late payment fees by consistently monitoring due dates and prioritizing payments accordingly.
- Balanced accounts associated with accounts payable process.
- Processed accounts payable through [Type] platform.
- Streamlined month-end closing processes, allowing for faster reporting to management on financial results.
- Assisted employees with filling out expense reports.
- Increased accuracy in financial transactions by maintaining a well-organized filing system for all accounts payable documentation.
- Ensured accurate expense allocation with diligent review of invoices for proper general ledger coding.
- Served as a key contact person for external vendors, addressing inquiries on payment statuses promptly and professionally.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve any billing disputes or issues, resulting in improved interdepartmental communication.
- Coordinated with procurement and receiving departments to verify accuracy of invoice charges and goods received.
- Maintained up-to-date vendor files and payment records, ensuring audit compliance.
- Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
- Reviewed accounts, resolved coding areas, and tracked recurring expenses for accrual entry.
Project Accountant
Dewberry
01.2008 - 07.2015
- Enhanced communication between accounting and project management teams with regular financial updates and collaborative meetings.
- Eliminated discrepancies by carefully reviewing budgets to prevent overspending and adhere to financial objectives.
- Increased efficiency of month-end closing procedures through streamlining tasks such as account reconciliations, journal entry preparations, and report generation.
- Ensured compliance with accounting standards and regulations through meticulous record-keeping and documentation practices.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop accurate cost estimates for upcoming projects, increasing overall profitability.
- Contributed to successful project completion by providing timely financial data analysis for informed decision-making processes.
- Identified potential cost savings opportunities by analyzing project expenditures and recommending adjustments to budget allocations.
- Streamlined invoice processing for timely payments by implementing efficient organizational systems.
- Authorized and reviewed funds transfers into and out of project accounts.
- Assessed, cleaned and closed out accounts with depleted funds upon project completion.
Accounting Associate
Chemonics International - USAID GHSC-PSM
03.2005 - 12.2007
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Maintained a high level of confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive financial information, promoting trust among clients and colleagues.
- Increased departmental organization by maintaining accurate records of financial transactions and creating detailed reports.
- Addressed and resolved complex and unexpected variances.
- Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
- Prevented potential fraud by implementing effective internal controls and regularly reviewing transactional data for unusual activity or inconsistencies.
- Ensured adherence to GAAP standards by maintaining proper documentation supporting all financial transactions recorded in the general ledger.
- Provided exceptional customer service while addressing client inquiries regarding their financial matters in a timely manner.
- Streamlined invoice processing, significantly reducing errors by meticulously reviewing and reconciling financial documents.
- Monitored timely collection and application of account receivable collections.
Senior Bookkeeper
The Nature Conservancy
11.2000 - 02.2005
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Maintained accurate historical records.
- Provided comprehensive accounting support to company by managing functions like payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and business expense processing.
- Complied with local, state, and federal laws and requirements.
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
- Implemented a more efficient filing system for financial documents, improving accessibility and organization.
- Provided support during audits by supplying requested documentation promptly and accurately.
- Reviewed and filed financial documents, coded accounting entries for data processing, and posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with all corporate protocols.
- Communicated proactively with team members regarding any issues or concerns related to bookkeeping tasks.
- Served as main point of contact for all employee expense reimbursement requests, reviewing submissions for compliance with company policies before approving payments.
- Entered financial information and payments to guarantee accurate and on-time payments for employees and vendors.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Strayer University
Alexandria, VA09-2002
Skills
- Bank reconciliation
- Microsoft Excel expertise
- Payroll processing
- Audit preparation
- Account reconciliation
- Contractor management
- ERP systems proficiency
- GAAP
- Revenue recognition
- Project setup sheets
- Month-end close process
- General accounting
Accomplishments
- Achieved result by completing billing with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Bookkeeping and Accounting
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Project Accountant
Development Alternative Inc, DAI
11.2023 - 01.2025
Staff Accountant
CDR Fundraising Group
12.2020 - 11.2023
Staff Accountant
Evidera
11.2018 - 08.2020
Project Accountant
World Bank Group
02.2017 - 08.2018
Accounts Payable Accountant
African Wildlife Foundation, AWF
10.2015 - 01.2017
Project Accountant
Dewberry
01.2008 - 07.2015
Accounting Associate
Chemonics International - USAID GHSC-PSM
03.2005 - 12.2007
Senior Bookkeeper
The Nature Conservancy
11.2000 - 02.2005
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Strayer University
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