A team player, attentive to detail and able to meet tight deadlines. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Pursuing CPA.
Lead Property Accountant @ From November 2015 to Present (2 months) Greater Chicago AreaProperty Accountant @ From February 2014 to October 2015 (1 year 9 months) Greater Chicago AreaData Analyst @ Use advanced Excel functions and tables to create and present meaningful analytical reports to upper management.
Conduct ongoing comparative analysis and reconciliation of project expenses vs. budget.
Utilize Yardi Voyager property management software to analyze financial and operational data.
Developed and implemented new reporting system, resulting in improved efficiency in managing residential properties. From December 2013 to March 2014 (4 months) Member @ Network with accounting students and professionals. From January 2013 to December 2013 (1 year) Resident Assistant @ Leadership: foster a positive living environment and group dynamics that help prepare students for their educational and life pursuits.
Event Planning: design and organize social events pertaining to education, diversity, relationships, decisions and beliefs. From August 2011 to December 2013 (2 years 5 months) Bloomington/Normal, Illinois AreaAccounting Intern @ Conducted detailed budget preparation, analysis and periodic reconciliations.
Provided assistance and consultation to lead comptroller during PCG’s implementation of Yardi Systems property management software.
Posted daily transactions using QuickBooks. From May 2013 to August 2013 (4 months) Team Member @ Guest Service: proactively address customer concerns and help ensure a positive in-store experience. From October 2008 to December 2012 (4 years 3 months) Floor President @ Represent student body on key issues, including area wide programming, university housing votes and increased diversity awareness within residence halls. From September 2009 to December 2010 (1 year 4 months) Leader @ Served on the youth group’s leadership team, helping organize services and develop multi-media presentations.
Served on social and humanitarian projects in Mexico, San Francisco and the Dominican Republic. Led a construction team of twelve to build a house for a local family in need. From September 2006 to June 2009 (2 years 10 months)
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting @ Illinois State University From 2009 to 2013 Uppsala University From 2011 to 2011 High School Diploma @ York High School From 2005 to 2009 Kevin Koskela is skilled in: Accounting, Microsoft Excel, Travel, Guitar, Business, Microsoft Office, People Skills, Problem Solving, Bookkeeping, Leadership, Event Planning, Customer Service, Data Entry, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable