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As an experienced Personal Finance Consultant and Business Reporting Specialist, I am passionate about empowering individuals and businesses to make informed financial decisions that maximize their financial potential. With a diverse background in procurement, project cost accounting, system implementation, and budgeting, I possess a unique set of skills that sets me apart in the world of personal finance management and business reporting. Having held pivotal roles as a Procurement Manager, Project Cost Accountant, and Personal Finance Manager, I have honed my expertise in financial analysis, cost reduction, and strategic planning. My hands-on experience in various system implementations and budgeting projects has also given me a strong foundation in leveraging technology to optimize financial management processes. My services are tailored to provide personalized financial solutions to help individuals and families achieve their financial goals, build wealth, and secure a stable financial future. I specialize in budgeting, debt management, saving strategies, retirement planning, and financial education to ensure my clients understand their finances comprehensively. I offer expert guidance in financial reporting and budgeting for businesses to improve transparency, efficiency, and decision-making processes. My meticulous attention to detail and strong analytical skills allow me to deliver accurate and actionable financial insights that drive growth and profitability. When you work with me, you can expect clear communication, dedication to your financial success, and a customized approach considering your unique needs and aspirations. Let me help you unlock your financial potential and transform your personal and business finances for lasting success.

While holding a CPA license in Washington State, I am your one-stop shop for expert accounting services and business advising. I have a large library of hard skills to drive my work and provide increased value to you! I am available for limited projects as well as fractional services on-going. I currently have 10 hours a week available for new clients. EXPERT SKILLS General Ledger Accounting and Clean-Up - QBO, QB Desktop, MIP, SAGE, APLOS, and others Excel and Deep Dive Data Analysis Financial Reporting that provides meaningful metrics in real time - tailored to your specific business model Dashboards, KPI's, Performance Measurement - tailored to keep the most important goals and constraints top of mind Operationalize processes - Maximize efficiencies Revenue Recognition and Cash Flow - it is complex! Let me help you with this! COGS - including your mix analysis Budgets and Variance Reporting Cash Flow Forecasting US GAAP: non-profits, professional services, e-commerce, construction, landscape, SAAS, revenue recognition Systems: Quickbooks Pro, MIP, Sage, APLOS, MS Suite, Power BI, Buildium, AppFolio, Gusto, Paylocity, Paychex, ADP, Bill, Ramp, Slack, Teamwork, ChapGPT and MORE!!

I’m a freelance financial analyst and bookkeeper with 15+ years of experience managing budgets, books and financial processes for various organizations. As a former Financial Controller, Budget Analyst and currently the Founder and CEO of my own startup, I’ve handled day-to-day bookkeeping operations, reconciled complex budgets, tracked costs, and built financial dashboards to streamline workflows—skills I now bring to freelance clients. Certifications: - Intuit Bookkeeping - QuickBooks Online Level 1 - Microsoft Office Excel Expert Level (tracking costs, building dashboards, pivot tables, complex formulas) Bilingual in English and French, I’ve worked with confidential financial data across diverse sectors. If you need an expert to manage your books, create financial reports, or optimize your Excel-based workflows: let’s connect.

Tracing & Analysis I have traced and analyzed transactions for more than 100 divorce cases (including reconstitution and business valuations), more than 100 fraud cases, and have testified as an expert witness 28 times. My in-court expert witness testimony is now limited to the Dallas/Fort Worth area. Outside the area I am available for Zoom testimony. Rates for trial preparation, waiting time and testimony will be covered with my client. The rate posted on Upwork includes my work for tracing, analysis, and my forensic accountants report, with supporting schedules. My fraud examination experience includes, bank fraud, real estate fraud, business fraud disputes between partners, and federal income tax fraud related to non-deposited or under deposited payroll taxes. I have testified in criminal and civil matters for federal and state cases. Business Interruption Claims: Over the past 12+ years, I have calculated more than 2,000 BI losses, prepared proof of loss packages, and negotiated settlements with/for Insureds and claimants. My work includes, but is not limited to manufacturing companies, transportation companies, rental income losses, and retail sales locations. I trace transactions analyze information related to losses from third party auto claims, commercial claims due to fire, tornado and hurricane wind events, and theft (by employees & outside sources). Contact me and let's discuss your forensic accounting needs.

My name is Paul Hilliard; I am a versatile Certified Management Accountant with a B.S. in Accounting from an accredited university. I have over 15 years of professional accounting and finance experience. Some of my strengths and skills are bookkeeping, budgeting, financial modeling/analysis, cash flow management, financial statement creation, and analysis. I am a good fit for a business looking for someone they can rely on to take ownership of all aspects of their accounting and finances. There is no work too small or too big and complex for me to do for you. I enjoy building a good working relationship with my clients and ensure that they feel better about their business after working with me. Whether you need bookkeeping or a full-time CFO, I am the professional you can rely on to not only get the work done but exceed your expectations and make your business better overall.

Hi, I’m Melissa — a retail strategy and category management professional with a background in business development, client strategy, consumer behavior, and product marketing. I currently work in the convenience retail industry representing nationally recognized brands and helping drive product visibility, merchandising strategy, and sales growth. Alongside my corporate experience, I create authentic UGC (user-generated content) for family, farm/ranch, pet, lifestyle, and home brands. My content style is warm, relatable, and rooted in real-life motherhood, rural living, horses, chickens, pets, and everyday routines. I specialize in creating natural short-form video content that feels trustworthy and engaging rather than overly polished or scripted. My unique blend of professional retail experience and relatable lifestyle content allows me to understand both the marketing strategy behind products and the authentic storytelling consumers connect with most.