Ajay B.
MBA Finance Professional | U.S. Accounting, Bookkeeping, Payroll & Tax
I am an MBA Finance professional with over 15 years of experience in Accounting, Bookkeeping, Payroll Administration, Taxation, and Business Compliance, including more than 5 years of specialized experience in U.S. taxation and multi-state payroll compliance. I specialize in providing comprehensive accounting and payroll solutions to businesses across multiple industries, helping them maintain accurate financial records, streamline accounting processes, meet tax obligations, and achieve ongoing regulatory compliance. My experience includes supporting businesses operating across 35+ U.S. states, with a strong focus on federal and state payroll tax compliance, payroll withholding, unemployment taxes, tax registrations, and statutory reporting. With extensive hands-on experience in QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, QuickBooks Payroll, Gusto, ADP, Paychex, Xero, Zoho Books, and Wave, I deliver reliable, organized, and cost-effective financial management services tailored to each client's business needs. My approach combines technical accounting knowledge, attention to detail, proactive compliance monitoring, and process improvement to help business owners maintain financial clarity, minimize administrative burdens, and make informed business decisions. Core Areas of Expertise 1. U.S. Accounting & Bookkeeping - Full-cycle bookkeeping and accounting management - Accounts payable and accounts receivable - Bank and credit card reconciliations - General ledger maintenance and transaction categorization - Monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting - Profit & Loss Statements, Balance Sheets, and cash flow reporting - Month-end and year-end closing support - Project-wise accounting and cost tracking - Coordination with CPA firms for tax preparation and financial reviews 2. U.S. Payroll Processing & Multi-State Compliance - End-to-end employee payroll processing - Payroll tax withholding and employer tax liability management - Federal and state payroll tax filings and reporting - Forms 941, 940, W-2, and applicable 1099 reporting - State payroll tax registration and account maintenance - State unemployment insurance tax compliance - Multi-state payroll compliance and deadline monitoring - Payroll reconciliation and resolution of payroll discrepancies - Support with payroll tax notices and agency correspondence 3. Business Taxation & Regulatory Compliance - Sales and use tax reporting and filing - Business personal property tax returns - Business entity formation and EIN applications - Delaware franchise tax and Secretary of State annual reporting - City business licenses and local tax compliance - Federal and state tax compliance support - Compliance calendar management and filing deadline monitoring - Liaison with CPA firms and tax professionals 4. Accounting & Payroll Software - Accounting: QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Desktop, Xero, Zoho Books, Wave - Payroll: Gusto, QuickBooks Payroll, ADP, Paychex - Productivity & Reporting: Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint Industry Experience My professional experience spans a diverse range of industries, including: - IT and Software - Hotels and Restaurants - Staffing and Recruitment - Telecommunications - Insurance - Office Management Services - Construction This cross-industry exposure enables me to understand different operational requirements, accounting workflows, payroll structures, and compliance obligations. Professional Strengths - Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy - Extensive experience with U.S. multi-state payroll compliance - Proactive monitoring of tax deadlines and regulatory requirements - Confidential handling of financial and employee payroll information - Efficient problem-solving and reconciliation skills - Cost-effective solutions and timely delivery - Accounting workflow optimization and process improvement - Reliable communication and long-term client support My Professional Commitment My objective is to provide dependable, accurate, and compliant accounting and payroll services that allow business owners to focus on their core operations while maintaining confidence in their financial records and compliance processes. Whether you need ongoing bookkeeping, multi-state payroll management, tax filing assistance, financial reporting, or comprehensive accounting support, I bring the experience, software knowledge, and professional commitment required to support your business effectively. Let's work together to build accurate financial records, efficient accounting processes, and a dependable compliance framework for your business.
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $3.1k
Billed in all: $29,574$30k
$519 in the last 6 months
Across 50 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 24% in Financial Management
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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