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  • $70 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (36 jobs)
    CFA Charterholder, CIPM, and seasoned Finance Manager with a robust background in financial analysis, strategic planning, and portfolio management. Expertise in real estate financial analysis, including underwriting multifamily assets for acquisition and developing comprehensive ground-up development models. Proven track record in driving business growth through innovative financial models and strategic insights. Advanced proficiency in Excel, SQL, VBA, and data visualization tools such as Tableau and Power BI. Experienced in collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize financial performance and achieve strategic objectives.
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Financial Analysis
    Real Estate
    Investment Strategy
    Accounting Principles & Practices
    Tableau
    Real Estate Financial Modeling
    Underwriting
    Financial Modeling
    Forecasting
    Microsoft Excel
    Chartered Financial Analyst
    SQL
  • $200 hourly
    • 4.9/5
    • (12 jobs)
    I am a CPA, EA, and seasoned tax professional that can assist in resolving IRS resolution, and provide tax advice. I have extensive experience preparing business tax returns for Sole Proprietorships, LLC’s, Partnerships, S-Corporations, C-Corporations as well as reporting cryptocurrency. I can also help with incorporating your business and helping decide what corporation type is best suited for your needs.
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    CPA
    IRS Resolution
    Business Consulting
    Tax Preparation
    Tax Return
  • $50 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (4 jobs)
    I am currently an investment banking analyst with over three years of M&A (sell-side, buy-side, capital raise) transaction experience in the middle market across construction, industrials, commercial and business services, food, and energy industries. I am proficient in Excel and PowerPoint with extensive experience with financial modeling (comps, DCF, LBO, operating models), including valuation, forecasting, and financial statement analysis. I have created many pitch decks, investor/buyer lists, and CIMs, and I conduct industry/market and company research often. I also have experience analyzing businesses operationally. Looking forward to working with you and helping you achieve your goals.
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Investment Banking
    Economics
    Pitch Deck
    Mergers & Acquisitions
    Corporate Finance
    Valuation
    Forecasting
    PPTX
    Financial Modeling
    Presentations
    Due Diligence
    Business Presentation
    Microsoft Excel
    Pitchbook
  • $45 hourly
    • 4.6/5
    • (223 jobs)
    QBO & QBD Expert! I am providing all-inclusive accounting and virtual business solutions with over 28 years of professional corporate and government experience while often at the same time serving over 300 private clients with complex accounting, tax preparation, financial analysis, loan navigations, full-charge bookkeeping, human resources, administration, and business development. I have an established reputation and an impressive client list from various industries, including film, entertainment, construction, e-commerce, restaurant, retail, IT, professional sports, imports, interior design, and a host of other industries. Additionally, I have established and published credentials on IMDB. Recent clients include working as an Accounting Manager for over a year for a company that owned an interior design business, custom imports, thirteen commercial properties, and a host of other real estate investment properties. I was responsible for handling and maintaining the day to day finances for all businesses, preparing and reviewing appropriate ledger entries, reconciliations, journal entries, moving money across entities, bank loans and lending instruments, payroll, real estate contracts, liability, and loss insurance, maintaining the general ledger systems, preparing financial statements, year-end loan compliances, worker's compensation, employee benefits, regulatory reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cashflows, and special projects as needed. Another recent client where I fulfilled the role as an Accountant for a boutique-style real estate, development, and construction company. In this role, I was primarily responsible for preparing tax returns for all three businesses, requesting and recording bank draws, preparing loan documents, monthly lender compliances and reporting, payroll, vendor deliverable management, monitoring spending and budgets, auditing and analyzing financial performance, financial forecasting, and risk analysis, advising on how to reduce costs and increase profits, compiling and presenting financial and budget reports, ensure that financial statements and records comply with laws and regulations, keeping account books and systems up to date, and improving processes, automating systems while increasing quality, and productivity. My educational background is vast and constantly evolving. It includes: BA Communications Central University N.C. BA Accounting Central University N.C. Double Major QuickBooks Certified Human Resource Certified & Compliant IRS Certified Professional Preparer My professional background and constant evolvement ensure that I'm up to date with the latest technological advances, laws, and compliances; you'll receive quality work, experience, professionalism, loyalty, and excellent command of the English language, including written, verbal, and comprehension.
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Project Finance
    Cost Planning
    Budgeting & Forecasting Software
    Job Costing
    Accounts Payable Management
    Accounting Basics
    Bookkeeping
    Data Analysis
    Cost Accounting
    Bank Reconciliation
    Balance Sheet
    Intuit QuickBooks
  • $65 hourly
    • 5.0/5
    • (3 jobs)
    After working in the construction software industry for years, I decided to start my own Construction Consulting company, P&R Consulting. SERVICES OFFERED: - Process Change Management: We understand first hand how tough it is to adapt to the every changing business environment. We are experts in maximizing technology solutions to help ease this burden. P&R will find, implement, and maximize a wide range of residential construction technology from CoConstruct, Buildertrend, Procore, and Quickbooks. We will leverage our industry best practices to drive efficiency while taking the tough work of setting up the solutions. - Remote Project Management: The team at P&R are project managers at our core. We can help run any project, anywhere in the world. From coordinating project schedules to helping find trusted subcontractors, our team is dedicated to the success of all all construction projects remotely. We look forward to partnering together! - Technology Consultation: We will do a thorough review of all of your technology solutions. We will provide a full and detailed overview of how to streamline and maximize the current technology solutions that you and your team are leveraging. I am in the business of helping people solve their problems. I am also a firm believer in giving value first, so feel free to reach out with any questions you may have and I'd love to answer them.
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Project Management
    Construction Management
    Bookkeeping
    Business Consulting
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Microsoft Excel
  • $45 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (1 job)
    I am an accounting professional with over 20 years of experience in various industries ranging from healthcare, to warehousing & storage, to entertainment & post production. I can help with government filings, payroll filings, sales tax filings, setting up your QuickBooks Online accounts and any number of bookkeeping and accounting tasks.
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Finance & Accounting
    Accounting Principles & Practices
    Accounting Tools Setup
    Bookkeeping
    Trademark Registration
    Trademark Search
    Trademark
  • $35 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    With over ten years of experience in the accounting and bookkeeping, I developed exceptional skills&experience in handling excessive accounting day to day transactions in multiple sectors. I have been privileged to work for some of recognized firms. The exposure I gained has strengthened my knowledge&enhanced my skills in the accounting and bookkeeping field. My proactive approach in communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills, combined with deep knowledge of day to day accounting operation cycle, AR,AP, payroll and month end close made me a recognized team player and leader.
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Problem Solving
    Time Management
    Bookkeeping
    Accounting Software
    Management Accounting
    Accounting Basics
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Accounting
  • $50 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I'm a real estate analyst experienced in all aspects of the real estate investment process, from acquisition to asset management. I have experience in: QuickBooks Online Bookkeeping Underwriting Due diligence Deal Closing Asset Management Accounting Investor Relations And much more! I'm organized, capable and self-starter. I've also worked across all asset types including multifamily, short-term rental, industrial, office, and retail.
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Real Estate
    Yardi Software
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Communication Skills
    Accounting
    Asset Management
    Real Estate Financial Modeling
    Real Estate Acquisition
    Problem Solving
    Due Diligence
    Underwriting
    Microsoft Excel
    Financial Analysis
    Financial Modeling
  • $112 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Client-focused, business-driven and forward-thinking accounting and finance consultant with expertise in both public and private full-cycle accounting, financial reporting and financial management. I bring a 16-year history of exceptional accuracy in technical accounting, account reconciliation, internal and external financial reporting, budgeting, cash forecasting, and audit and tax compliance for single and multi-entity companies ranging from $5M - $100M+ in annual revenues. I'm adept at delving into the weeds of a company's current accounting structure, discovering what is not working, and devising high quality standards and procedures to maximize financial systems for growing companies. By implementing standard accounting procedures to ensure income and expenses are captured, received, and paid on time, improving internal controls around company assets and records, and properly integrating third-party apps to streamline operations, I have facilitated timely and accurate financial reporting to support management decisions. In summary, I'm here to be of service and provide your management team with accurate and timely financial information needed to move your company forward.
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Technical Accounting
    Accounting
    Financial Analysis
    Financial Policies & Procedures
    Budget Planning
    Financial Reporting
    Payroll Accounting
    Cash Flow Statement
    Balance Sheet
    Income Statement
    Bank Reconciliation
    Bookkeeping
    QuickBooks Online
  • $85 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    With over 13 years of dedicated experience as an accountant, I've been able to work with many businesses spanning from furniture eCommerce to commercial real estate, restaurant, retail, furniture manufacturing, service creatives and beyond. During this time, I've honed my skills in month and year-end closings, all while enhancing controls and streamlining processes. Call it the accountant in me, but some of my favorite projects are transforming tangled books (or non-existent) into organized financial stories, and collaborating closely with clients to empower them with a deep understanding of their business's financial pulse. Whether it's breathing life into a set of books, orchestrating seamless monthly bank reconciliations, or navigating the complexities of cash flow management, I thrive on being the driving force behind your financial success. Moreover, my experience extends beyond number-crunching; I have a knack for nurturing and leading accounting teams, having spearheaded a team of seven to achieve remarkable results. Allow me to help train or check-in on your in-house accounting team. My commitment lies in sculpting efficient, foolproof processes that serve as the backbone for your business's growth and profitability. Let me be your ally in setting up the backstage of your business, while you do what you do best, run your business. Services I Offer Include: - Monthly & Quarterly Bookkeeping - Bookkeeping Clean Up & Catch Ups - 1 Day Intensives - Process Specific Training - DIY Services - Annual Compliance - Budget Creation - Cash Flow Forecasting
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Cash Flow Analysis
    Corporate Finance
    Budget Management
    Budget Planning
    Personal Finance
    Management Accounting
    Project Accounting
    Accounting Report Creation
    Finance & Accounting
    Accounting Tools Setup
    Accounting
    Xero
    Bookkeeping
    Intuit QuickBooks
  • $125 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Alejandra Santos - MBA Finance-Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) | Strategic Finance, OPs & M&A Executive I help small to medium-sized businesses with strategy, planning, and execution. Whether you are trying to restructure your business model, improve operations, scale top-line revenue efficiently, or do straightforward CFO work, I've got you covered. I own a business management consulting firm called Into The Next, where we support you into the next phase of your business. We use a variety of assessments and tools and the fact-based analytical approach most big firms use. Still, we are different in that we act as fractional partners to our clients, moving from one milestone to the next together. My business and I support startups' fundraising strategies, from planning to representation. I have over 15 years of experience working with businesses from startups to $30M in revenue in CPG, e-commerce, tech, services, energy, and healthcare. A few problems I have solved for clients: Business model restructuring from brick& mortar to e-commerce with subscription model Financial strategy for fundraising Improve EBITDA from -200k to +300k Added more revenue streams Diversify suppliers to help client gain more control over the supply chain Secured term loans with lower APR Spearheading the minor acquisition for Vegamour's $80M equity investment. Facilitating a $12M capital raise for a tech startup Leading Series A fundraising readiness for a Consumer Products Brand About me: A seasoned finance executive with over 15 years of experience in financial strategy, M&A advisory, and operational excellence. As a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) with an MBA from Pepperdine University and a BS in Finance from George Mason University, I have built a career centered on driving business growth and enhancing valuation. Let me help you navigate your business into the next phase together. Alejandra
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Financial Modeling
    Financial Audit
    Compliance Consultation
    Outbound Sales
    Email Marketing Consultation
    Taxes
    Business Consulting
    Startup Consulting
    Management Consulting
    Analytical Presentation
    Accounting
    Financial Planning
  • $100 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    A hands-on Chief Financial Officer & Senior Advisor with a 25+ year track record of achieving superior results for companies ranging from basic accounting/bookkeeping to complex financing and restructuring transactions. Recognized for leading transformations, private capital raising, increasing profitability, and deploying solutions to scale operations, as well as improving efficiency and reducing risk.  1, Executive Leadership: Skilled in leading large, multi-site organizations with millions of dollars in revenue and global footprints.  2. Business Transformation / Restructuring: Experienced in providing strategic advice and capital solutions with the aim of turning around underperforming companies by implementing best-in-class strategies, systems and controls.  3. Private Equity: Served as CFO at a private equity backed firm and developed the strategy to increase revenues and prepare the organization for sale (Q of E, negotiations).  4. Mergers & Acquisitions: Brings expertise in all aspects of M&A on the buy-side and sell-side, leading deals from identification and due diligence to closure and integration.  5. Global Experience: Led international accounting at Fox Interactive Media for 21 countries and directed multi-national audit/assurance initiatives while at Deloitte, EY, and PwC in Paris and Moscow offices.
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Accounting Basics
    Light Bookkeeping
    Bookkeeping
    Project Accounting
    Finance & Accounting
    Accounting Advisory
    Financial Modeling
    Financial Analysis
    Accounting
    Management Consulting
    Analytical Presentation
    Financial Planning
  • $125 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I have spent the better part of a decade working with companies, both representing them in sale processes and investing in them to power future growth. In several of these instances, I have taken an active role in the company and worked either independently or alongside the finance teams in place to partner with operations teams to achieve a number of goals including: -Budgeting and Forecasting - P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement -Slide Deck Creation -Financial Reporting Dashboard Creation -LBO, DCF, and other valuation based modeling -Working With Existing Debt Amortization and Interest Payments -Facilitating New Debt and Inventive Capital Structures -Illustrating Equity Outcomes I have a deep understanding of strategic finance given this time spent in Investment Banking and Private Equity. I am open to help on fast projects or some longer form assignments, and will be very straight forward if I think I am a good fit or not in order to respect your time and mine.
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Business Consulting
    Presentation Design
    Financial Modeling
    Financial Analysis & Valuation
  • $50 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I’m an Accounting Consultant who helps small businesses, creatives, and production teams bring clarity to their finances. With over a decade of experience in bookkeeping, financial organization, and tax prep support, I specialize in untangling messy books, cleaning up prior-year records, and building systems that actually make sense — and last. Through my company, LA Bookkeeping Basic Corp, I work closely with entrepreneurs and production professionals who want more than just numbers on a spreadsheet. I help clients understand what their financials mean, how to prepare for what’s next, and how to stay audit-ready year-round — all without the stress. Whether you're behind on reconciliations, unsure about payroll liabilities, or juggling multiple income streams across entities, I’m here to create structure from the chaos (and keep it that way).
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Project Accounting
    Accounts Receivable Management
    Accounts Payable
    Payroll Reconciliation
    Payroll Accounting
    Accounting Advisory
    Management Accounting
    Accounting Report Creation
    Accounting Software
    Production Planning
    Light Bookkeeping
    Bookkeeping
    Accounting Basics
    Accounting
  • $55 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Hi there! I’m a CPA with 5+ years of experience in financial management, full-cycle bookkeeping, and reporting for both high-net-worth individuals and small businesses. I’ve worked in fast-paced entertainment firms and now focus on supporting clients who need reliable, accurate financial organization—without the stress. I specialize in: ✅ QuickBooks Online / Desktop ✅ NetSuite, Excel, Google Sheets ✅ Monthly close, reconciliations, AP/AR ✅ Payroll processing & sales tax filings ✅ Organized, discreet financial tracking Whether you need help cleaning up your books, staying on top of reconciliations, or just someone to manage the numbers while you run your business—I’m here to help. I’m available for part-time, remote work (10–20 hours/week) and can offer evening and weekend support. Let’s keep your books clean and your business flowing. 💻✨
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Financial Reporting
    Bookkeeping
    Accounting
  • $35 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (1 job)
    - A Certified Public Accountant with 10+ years of experience - Offers accounting related work including: Accounting, Tax preparation, Bookkeeping, Business consulting, Process improvement, and Workpaper creation/Data entry. - Worked with audit firms for yearly and interim financial audits. Experience working with the IRS, states, and third-party audit firms for tax, payroll, and insurance audits. - Worked across multiple industries: Accounting and tax service, SaaS, consumer packaged goods, e-commerce, and restaurants. - Handle jobs Quickly and Accurately while focusing on clients requirement/needs. - Responsive. Organized. Detail-oriented.
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    QuickBooks Online
    ERP Software
    Microsoft Dynamics GP
    Intuit QuickBooks
    Microsoft Excel
    Startup Consulting
    Business Management
    Process Improvement
    Tax Preparation
    Financial Consulting
    Financial Reporting
    Bookkeeping
    Accounting
    CPA
  • $75 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    I’m an experienced accounting and finance consultant with a strong background in managing financial systems, improving processes, and helping organizations stay compliant and audit-ready. Over the past 20 years, I’ve supported businesses and nonprofits with a range of services including: Full-cycle bookkeeping and reconciliations Budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting Internal audit preparation and controls review Accounting system setup and cleanup (MIP, QuickBooks, Excel-based systems) Team training and process development I also specialize in supporting nonprofit organizations, with deep experience in: MIP Fund Accounting system Grant tracking and compliance Single Audit preparation Board and funder reporting Staff onboarding and documentation Whether you need one-time support or ongoing collaboration, I bring reliable, efficient, and clear financial support to help your organization succeed.
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Nonprofit
    Accounts Payable Management
    Fund Accounting
    Accounts Receivable Management
    Accounting Principles & Practices
    Accounting Tools Setup
    Training & Development
    Financial Audit
    Financial Analysis
    Month-End Close Assistance
    Account Reconciliation
    General Ledger
    Internal Auditing
    Financial Reporting
  • $9 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    Hello. Am Gladwell. I have a 3 year writing experience and am looking forward to working with as many people as possible. I always submit my work in time and available 24/7 for any questions my clients might have.
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Communication Skills
    Management Development
    Writing
    Advertisement
    Business
    Technology Management Solutions SIMS
    Public Relations
    Ecommerce
    Python
    Business Analysis
    Literature
    Economics
    Public Health
    History
  • $25 hourly
    • 0.0/5
    • (0 jobs)
    A highly-motivated accountant with fully remote and startup experience. Assisted with building an accounting department from the ground up. I've managed the financials for real estate, fix and flip real estate, and engineering projects. I can handle bookkeeping tasks, bank reconciliations, and reviewing financial statements for accuracy. I am knowledgeable with Quickbooks Online, Quickbooks Desktop, Bill.com, Expensify, and more.
    Featured Skill Financial Accounting
    Accounts Payable
    Bookkeeping
    Financial Reporting
    Bill.com
    Expensify
    Accounting Principles & Practices
    Google Sheets
    Financial Statement
    QuickBooks Online
    Bank Reconciliation
    Microsoft Excel
    Oracle NetSuite
    Month-End Close Assistance
    Accounting
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