Carmen Lam
About Carmen Lam
Carmen Lam serves as a Senior Accounting Analyst at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, where she has worked since 2018. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and Business/Management/Finance from City University of New York-Brooklyn College and has extensive experience in financial analysis and auditing.
Current Role at Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Carmen Lam serves as a Senior Accounting Analyst at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, a position she has held since 2018. In this role, she manages the process of quarterly closes and annual audits, ensuring that all financial activities are tracked and deadlines are met. She constructs financial statements specifically for the 401k audit and audits significant gifts of $50,000 or more to verify their conditionality. Additionally, she is responsible for onboarding and mentoring new staff members, contributing to the development of the accounting team.
Previous Experience at Planned Parenthood Federation of America
Carmen Lam has extensive experience at Planned Parenthood Federation of America, having worked in various accounting roles since 2014. She began as an Accounts Receivable Accounting Clerk from 2014 to 2016, followed by a position as an Accounting Temp for three months in 2014. She then served as an Accounting Analyst from 2016 to 2018 before advancing to her current role. This progression highlights her growing expertise and commitment to the organization.
Education and Academic Background
Carmen Lam earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Accounting and Business/Management/Finance from City University of New York-Brooklyn College. She studied there from 2009 to 2014, completing a double major over a five-year period. This educational background provided her with a solid foundation in accounting principles and business management.
Key Responsibilities in Accounting
In her current position, Carmen Lam is responsible for managing the quarterly closing process and overseeing annual audits. She sets up trackers, reminders, and deadlines for staff to ensure timely completion of financial tasks. Her role includes constructing financial statements for audits and verifying significant gifts, which reflects her attention to detail and organizational skills.