Project Accounting Coordinator

Anna Aratani

(Cell) 310-***-**** ************@*****.*** Redlands Street, Playa del Rey, CA 90293 LinkedIn

Project Coordination Financial Reporting Budget Management Accounts Reconciliation Document Management MS Office

Provides support to the overall project process from inception through project close-out. Prepares, reviews, and monitors project budget line items. Manages end-to-end project cycles, from budget development and forecasting to cost tracking and variance analysis. Collaborates with project managers and cross-functional teams to provide accurate reporting.

Key Skills: Financial Analysis GAAP Compliance Contract Management Revenue Recognition Risk Assessment Internal Auditing Tax Compliance KPI Tracking Capital Expenditure Management Invoice Processing Stakeholder Communication Cross-Functional Collaboration Month-End Close Profitability Analysis Compliance Reporting Expense Tracking

Professional Experience

Accountant & Office Manager (Official Title: Interior Designer), Fineman Padded Walls 01/2024 – Present

Improved accounting accuracy and record-keeping by updating QuickBooks and reconciling bank accounts to maintain accurate financial records. Organized and systematized the filing system, creating a more accessible office structure. Supported daily business operations by depositing checks and handling accounting tasks.

Project Accountant – Remediation, Environmental Resources Management (Left due to office closure) 10/2022 – 12/2023

Oversaw setup, monitoring, and closure for 100+ projects. Assisted in day-to-day operations as well as project-related administrative tasks; developed and delivered program and project materials, such as reports. Tracked project costs, updated projections, and prepared reports for executive management; collaborated with project managers to confirm accuracy, and reduce billing errors and delays. Generated reports for clients and project managers. Processed vendor and subcontractor invoices, and prepared and managed payments.

●Ensured accurate project accounting and enhanced financial integrity by inputting budgets, managing expenses, identifying variances, and coordinating change orders for smooth handoffs.

●Secured budget adherence and client alignment by collaborating with project managers to flag budget overruns, secure approvals, and implement change orders consistently.

●Verified correct labor cost allocation by processing and coding timesheets against designated project codes.

●Completed final project reconciliations by conducting thorough audits on outstanding costs, confirming all charges were billed, and closing out projects in GMS software to ensure clean records.

Project Accountant, United Dwelling / Modative Build (Laid off due to business closure) 03/2020 – 07/2022

Maintained accurate project accounting by overseeing financial tracking for 20+ projects, managing invoicing, billing, timesheets, and Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable (AP/AR). Ensured all project-related documents were organized, documented, tracked, and filed. Reviewed and managed change orders, vendor contracts, and schedules to ensure compliance. Trained 2 new team members on complex project accounting tasks.

●Reduced errors and accelerated payment timelines by validating invoices and integrating project data into Textura, QuickBooks, and ProCore, streamlining vendor and subcontractor payment workflows.

●Met financial goals and optimized resource allocation across multiple projects by identifying budget variances and alerting cross-functional teams for proactive adjustments.

Education & Certifications

Bachelor of Arts in Finance, Gonzaga University, Spokane, Washington

Certifications:

Considering: EVM Certification

Certified Mediator, West LA College

Project Management Certification (Partial Coursework), Stanford

Tools & Technologies: Sage, Textura, ProCore, DeltekVison, Quick Books, eBILL, Skubana, Abacus, MS Office (Intermediate), Timberline

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