Sandy Bedford

Led the ERP evaluation, selection, and implementation of Sage Intacct, enhancing the accounting infrastructure and reporting requirements, resulting in a 40% increase in audit and government compliance and efficiency. • Managed monthly and annual operating budgets, developed internal control procedures, and communicated financial metrics to the President/CEO and Board of Directors, improving financial transparency by minimizing fraud risks. • Supervised payroll accounting for 200 employees, safeguarding the compliance with Federal and State agencies, and collaborated with external auditors for seven entities, achieving significant accuracy in all audits and required federal filings. • Mentored a team of six to work collaboratively and efficiently across all entities and departments.

Compile annual and interim financial statements utilizing Accounting CS, Peachtree and QuickBooks. Prepare payroll and excise tax forms effectively using various software programs. Individual, corporation, partnership, gift, estate and trust tax returns are prepared for partner’s approval utilizing ProSystem Tax and Lacerte. Regularly utilize ProSystem Fixed Assets for maintenance of client’s fixed assets and incorporate into appropriate tax program at year end. Process routine payroll on behalf of client including instructions, preparation of checks, calculations of payroll taxes, review of notices, and provide overall payroll support. Preparation of quarterly and annual payroll tax returns for both Federal and State purposes. Client contact is maintained at a professional level ensuring confidence in firm’s engagement practices.