Pratibha Patange
Vienna,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly skilled Accountant with over 15 years of experience in financial management, tax compliance, and regulatory reporting. Expertise in handling Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), payroll processing, tax preparation, and financial reporting. Proficient in accounting software such as Jamis Classic, Jamis Prime, QuickBooks, Sage 50 Quantum, and Drake Tax Software. Adept at streamlining financial operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP and IRS regulations, and supporting audits. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proven ability to manage complex financial tasks and build positive relationships with stakeholders.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
PD Systems LLC
05.2019 - Current
- Managed AP and AR processes, ensuring timely and accurate processing of vendor payments and customer receipts.
- Submitted invoices and payment requests to the Department of Defense (DOD) via Wide Area Workflow (WAWF), ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Conducted monthly credit card and bank reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and ensuring financial accuracy.
- Filed excise taxes (Federal & State) in compliance with tax regulations.
- Analyzed and allocated prepaid rent and medical insurance expenses accurately.
- Approved employee expense reports, ensuring adherence to company policies.
- Filed 1099 forms for contractors, ensuring compliance with IRS regulations.
- Processed check disbursements and managed fund transfers efficiently.
- Filed property taxes and BPOL taxes, ensuring local tax compliance.
- Managed corporate estimated tax filings for multiple states quarterly.
- Assisted in audit preparation, providing financial documentation via Jamis Software.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Detected and corrected mistakes early on and implemented systems to avoid recurring issues.
Senior Accountant
Avicenna Accounting
08.2017 - 04.2019
- Processed payroll for 25 companies, ensuring accurate calculations and timely payments.
- Filed payroll taxes (federal and state) on a quarterly and monthly basis.
- Performed bookkeeping, including journal entries, reconciliations, and monthly financial reports.
- Conducted bank reconciliations using QuickBooks and Sage 50 Quantum.
- Assisted clients with financial reporting and document preparation for compliance.
- Resolved client inquiries, maintaining a high level of integrity and professionalism.
- Reviewed documents and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
- Cooperated with senior leaders to create operating budgets and initiate financial planning.
Tax Specialist
Refund Plan (Maryland)
10.2016 - 04.2017
- Specialized in preparing tax returns for individuals and corporations, including 1040, C-Corp filings, EIC, child tax credits, and dividends.
- Prepared itemized deductions, rental income statements, and depreciation calculations.
- Utilized Drake Software for tax return preparation and filing.
- Assisted clients in optimizing deductions and tax planning strategies.
- Managed tax submissions and made sure all information complied with regulations.
- Reviewed financial statements for accuracy and integrity.
HR & Accounting Professional
Washington Luxury Properties LLC
10.2013 - 10.2015
- Maintained business expenses in QuickBooks.
- Conducted bank and credit card statement reconciliations.
- Processed payroll and commissions using QuickBooks.
- Assisted brokers in property management and marketing.
- Promoted real estate listings to prospective buyers.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Kept up-to-date with tax changes and industry trends by participating in professional organizations, opportunities, and networks.
Income Tax Professional
R.J. Shades and Associates
06.2006 - 07.2007
- Prepared payroll for small business clients.
- Compiled financial statements for SMEs.
- Assisted CPAs in filing federal and state tax returns.
- Reviewed and analyzed client data and accurately prepared income tax returns and tax research.
- Researched complex tax issues utilizing online resources and professional tax software.
- Gathered and analyzed information needed to prepare foreign, federal, state and local income and franchise tax returns.
Payroll and Administration
Signcurve Inc
07.2003 - 03.2006
- Maintained the general ledger and recorded financial transactions.
- Managed AP & AR processes.
- Processed payroll and maintained employee records.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
Sales Manager
Express Milano
06.2002 - 07.2003
- Developed marketing channels and conducted sales research.
- Demonstrated products to potential clients.
- Managed customer accounts and ensured client satisfaction
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution, and client satisfaction.
- Boosted marketing, reviewed pricing strategies and expanded distribution channels to increase sales revenue.
Education
Associate in Marketing Management - Marketing Management And Research
Institute of Management Development & Research
India06-1991
Bachelors of Commerce - Accounting And Auditing
University of Pune
India04-1988
Skills
- Accounts Payable (AP) & Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) Invoicing & Payment Submissions
- Bank Reconciliations & Cash Flow Management
- Excise Tax Filing (State & Federal)
- Prepaid Rent & Medical Expense Allocations
- Expense Report Approval
- W-2 & 1099 Filing & Compliance
- Check Disbursements & Transfers
- Property Tax & BPOL Tax Filing
- Payroll Processing & Tax Filing (Federal & State)
- Tax Return Preparation (1040, C-Corp, EIC, Child Credits, etc)
- Financial Reporting & Documentation
- Accounting Software (Jamis Classic, Jamis Prime, QuickBooks, Sage 50 Quantum, Drake Tax Software)
- Auditing
- Bookkeeping
- Customer relations
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Marathi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Accountant
PD Systems LLC
05.2019 - Current
Senior Accountant
Avicenna Accounting
08.2017 - 04.2019
Tax Specialist
Refund Plan (Maryland)
10.2016 - 04.2017
HR & Accounting Professional
Washington Luxury Properties LLC
10.2013 - 10.2015
Income Tax Professional
R.J. Shades and Associates
06.2006 - 07.2007
Payroll and Administration
Signcurve Inc
07.2003 - 03.2006
Sales Manager
Express Milano
06.2002 - 07.2003
Associate in Marketing Management - Marketing Management And Research
Institute of Management Development & Research
Bachelors of Commerce - Accounting And Auditing
University of Pune
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