Ingrid Andersen

ingrid.andersen@email.com | +47 92 45 67 89 | Storgaten 23, 0184 Oslo, Norway | linkedin.com/in/ingridandersen


PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Senior Accountant with over 8 years of progressive experience in financial reporting, month-end close processes, and general ledger management. Proven expertise in accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, tax compliance, and budget forecasting. Skilled in streamlining accounting operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering accurate financial statements to support strategic business decisions. Adept at leveraging advanced Excel functions and accounting systems to improve efficiency and accuracy.


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Accountant
Norsk Financial Solutions, Oslo
March 2021 – Present

Manage full-cycle accounting operations including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, and month-end close activities for a multi-location organization with annual revenues exceeding $50M. Prepare detailed financial reports, balance sheet reconciliations, and variance analyses to support executive decision-making. Lead the preparation and filing of sales tax, value-added tax, and other regulatory tax returns across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring 100% compliance with federal and state regulations. Oversee accruals, adjustments, allocations, and journal entries to maintain accurate financial records. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on budgeting, forecasting, and expense management initiatives that resulted in a 12% reduction in operational costs. Implement process improvements in accounts payable workflows, reducing invoice processing time by 20%. Manage foreign exchange accounting and hedging activities to minimize currency exposure risks. Coordinate with external auditors during annual audits, providing comprehensive documentation and support.

Staff Accountant
Bergen Accounting Group, Bergen
June 2018 – February 2021

Processed high-volume accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, maintaining 99% accuracy rate across 500+ monthly invoices and payments. Reconciled bank statements, credit card accounts, and intercompany transactions on a monthly basis. Prepared sales commission calculations and payroll accruals for 150+ employees across multiple departments. Assisted with month-end and year-end closing procedures, including preparation of journal entries, accruals, and financial statement schedules. Maintained fixed asset records and calculated depreciation schedules in accordance with GAAP standards. Supported the implementation of a new ERP system, including data migration, testing, and user training. Developed pivot tables and financial dashboards to improve reporting efficiency and provide real-time visibility into key financial metrics. Responded to internal and external inquiries regarding billing, payments, and account status with exceptional customer service.

Junior Accountant
Trondheim Finance Services, Trondheim
August 2016 – May 2018

Managed day-to-day accounts payable operations including invoice processing, vendor management, and payment scheduling. Assisted with accounts receivable functions including billing, collections, and customer account reconciliations. Prepared and maintained accurate records for sales tax filings across multiple states. Supported payroll processing and employee onboarding documentation. Performed account reconciliations and assisted with monthly closing activities. Maintained organized filing systems for financial documents and ensured compliance with document retention policies. Provided administrative support to the accounting department during peak periods including year-end audits and tax season.


EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Accounting
University of Oslo, Oslo
Graduated: May 2016
GPA: 3.7/4.0


CERTIFICATIONS

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) – Expected completion: 2025


TECHNICAL SKILLS

Accounting Software: QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics, Sage Intacct
Microsoft Office Suite: Advanced Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Macros), Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
Financial Reporting: GAAP, Financial Statement Preparation, Balance Sheet Reconciliation, General Ledger Management
Tax Compliance: Sales Tax, Value-Added Tax, Multi-State Tax Filing
Core Competencies: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll Processing, Month-End Close, Budgeting, Forecasting, Journal Entries, Accruals, Adjustments, Allocations, Foreign Exchange Accounting


PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) – Member
State Society of CPAs – Member