Sarah Lahijani
Executive Assistant | Bookkeeper
Summary
Detail-oriented and proactive Bookkeeper and Administrative Professional with 10+ years of experience supporting companies in healthcare, real estate, fitness, and corporate management. Skilled in accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Known for exceptional organizational skills, accuracy, and strong communication across remote and in-office environments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Remote Bookkeeper / Assistant
MD Charts / Galaxy Med
01.2020 - Current
- Apply and process client payments and manage billing cycles.
- Create and send invoices; perform monthly account reconciliations.
- Coordinate closely with accountants to ensure accurate reporting.
- Process payroll and record transactions in accounting software.
- Manage accounts payable/receivable and prepare weekly reports.
Remote Assistant
Rabbi Fitness LLC
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Supported daily and weekly administrative tasks for company operations.
- Coordinated communication with parents, event organizers, and vendors.
- Assisted in planning and executing community fitness events.
- Maintained company website and handled online registrations.
- Recorded and tracked payments for various programs.
Remote Bookkeeper
Universal EHR Solutions
01.2014 - 01.2018
- Processed and applied client payments with precision.
- Conducted monthly reconciliations and collaborated with accounting teams.
Office Manager
513 West 26th Realty LLC / Bentley Cravats Corp.
01.2007 - 01.2016
- Managed payments, expense coding, and bank deposits for multiple entities.
- Created invoices and statements in QuickBooks; managed EDI transactions via GXS.
- Trained and supervised new staff; assigned and reviewed daily work.
- Oversaw vendor relations, purchasing, and office inventory control.
- Maintained organized digital and physical filing systems.
Office Manager
Regency Designs & Interiors Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Managed client communications, billing, and account records.
- Organized payables and receivables using Excel and QuickBooks.
- Scheduled meetings, edited correspondence, and maintained office calendar.
- Oversaw inventory and vendor relations for cost-effective procurement.
Executive Assistant to the Chairman of Travel
Emunah of America
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Supported the travel department with scheduling, correspondence, and reports.
- Managed client database and updated travel records.
Manager, Data Processing Department
Jay Import Company
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Trained and supervised department staff on company processes.
- Managed EDI transactions and daily financial deposits.
- Ensured data accuracy and workflow efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Hunter College
06-2009
Skills
Accounting & Finance: QuickBooks, Payroll, AP/AR, Reconciliations, Reporting
Software: Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook), GXS, Photoshop, Mac OS
Bookkeeping
Bank reconciliation
Payroll processing
Quickbooks
Data inputting
Payroll administration
Accounts receivable
Sheet balancing
General ledger entries
Record preparation
Time tracking
Spreadsheet tracking
A/P and A/R
Tax document preparation
Multitasking Abilities
Bill payment and recordkeeping
Microsoft office
Data entry
Self motivation
Time management abilities
Multitasking
Bookkeeping support
Timeline
Remote Bookkeeper / Assistant
MD Charts / Galaxy Med
01.2020 - Current
Remote Assistant
Rabbi Fitness LLC
01.2018 - 01.2024
Remote Bookkeeper
Universal EHR Solutions
01.2014 - 01.2018
Office Manager
513 West 26th Realty LLC / Bentley Cravats Corp.
01.2007 - 01.2016
Office Manager
Regency Designs & Interiors Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2007
Executive Assistant to the Chairman of Travel
Emunah of America
01.2005 - 01.2006
Manager, Data Processing Department
Jay Import Company
01.2001 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
Hunter College