Sarah M.
Senior Bookkeeper
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Sarah Mae O. is a seasoned Senior Bookkeeper with over eight years of experience catering to US-based clients. She excels in bookkeeping, financial reporting, reconciliations, and AP/AR management, alongside handling complex clean-up projects. Having significant expertise in implementing automation tools, she has transformed essential accounting processes, particularly focusing on Accounts Payable Automation. In her recent role at FM Accounting, Sarah managed full-cycle bookkeeping for numerous clients using QuickBooks, oversaw the work of junior accountants, and filed Sales Tax returns for Illinois and Florida. Her proficiency extends to reconciling transactions and ensuring revenue recognition accuracy. Previously, as an AP Specialist/Triage Manager with Botkeeper PH, she led the integration of automation tools and managed day-to-day financial operations. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Accountancy from the Asia Pacific College of Advanced Studies, demonstrating an enduring commitment to finance and accounting excellence across various industries.
Experience
Senior Bookkeeper
FM Accounting (FMA) · 2025 — 2026Oversaw full-cycle bookkeeping for various US-based clients utilizing QuickBooks. Ensured the accuracy of work prepared by junior accountants and processors. Managed the preparation and filing of Sales Tax returns for Illinois and Florida jurisdictions. Reconciled transactions for bank accounts, credit cards, and Stripe, ensuring the proper recognition of revenue. Supported the month-end closing process, which included account reconciliations and financial reviews. Utilized TaxDome to manage, move, and track accounting and tax-related tasks for timely execution. Identified and addressed discrepancies to uphold compliance and accuracy in reporting while collaborating with team leads and other departments to meet client deadlines.AP Specialist/Triage Manager/Senior Accountant I/RSA1
null · 2018 — 2024Led the accounting team in managing the organization's financial processes. Engaged in daily bookkeeping, reconciliations, and month-end closings, while generating comprehensive financial reports. Guided the integration of automation tools to enhance key accounting functions with a focus on Accounts Payable Automation. Performed data entry for bank and credit card transactions regularly and manually uploaded transactions to the accounting software. Monitored expenses according to class tracking and invoiced customers. Processed vendor invoices using Bill.com.Training Assistant
Maritime Academy of Asia and the Pacific (MAAP) · 2016 — 2018Provided essential administrative support by managing various tasks to ensure smooth operations within the office. Assisted management and staff with daily activities, demonstrating strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a dynamic work environment.Customer Service Representative
Teleperformance · 2015 — 2016Handled customer inquiries and complaints, providing support to US clients.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor of Science in AccountancyAsia Pacific College of Advanced Studies · — — 2015