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Adriana Araya

Adriana Araya

Heredia,Barreal

Summary

Resourceful Financial Analyst with progressive financial industry experience across auditing, financial controls, budgeting, accounting and tax specialties. Strong leader with excellent motivation and communication skills to build and manage high-performing teams.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Financial Analyst

Intel
Heredia, Belen
03.2015 - Current
  • Analyzed financial data to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Identified cost-saving strategies to maximize profitability and reduce expenses.
  • Created detailed reports summarizing financial performance metrics for senior management review.
  • Provided technical expertise in developing complex financial models that accurately forecast future company growth.
  • Prepared quarterly earnings forecasts based on market conditions and economic indicators.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop annual operating budgets and long-term strategic plans.

Accountant Supervisor

Emerson Electric CR, Ltda
San Jose, Escazu
03.2010 - 02.2015
  • Supervised and provided guidance to accounting staff in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
  • Monitored, analyzed and reviewed general ledger accounts, account reconciliations, journal entries and variance analysis.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of a budgeting process for all departments within the organization.
  • Conducted regular internal audits to ensure accuracy of financial records.
  • Reviewed monthly closing activities including balance sheet reconciliations to ensure accuracy of trial balances.

Financial Analyst

Baxter Americas Services
Heredia, Heredia
01.2007 - 02.2010
  • Maintained and reconciled general ledger accounts.
  • Assisted in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
  • Worked closely with other departments to ensure accurate recording of transactions.
  • Reconciled intercompany accounts across multiple entities on a monthly basis.
  • Tracked fixed asset purchases and dispositions in accordance with company policy.
  • Provided assistance in preparing monthly financial statements.
  • Created and submitted invoices according to the financial schedule.
  • Reconciled expenses and financial records.

Junior Accountant

Thrifty Car Rental
San Jose, Barrio Amon
01.2005 - 01.2007
  • Developed staff expense and reimbursement tracker to reduce user errors and increase reporting accuracy.
  • Investigated and resolved billing issues to maximize cash flow and minimize liabilities.
  • Updated and managed accounts payable databases, employing access controls to protect data.
  • Wrote reports, authored papers and organized supporting documentation.
  • Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
  • Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.

Education

BBA - Contaduria Publica

Universidad De Costa Rica
San Pedro
07-2016

Skills

  • Problem Solving
  • Financial Analysis
  • Work under pressure
  • Budget Forecasting
  • Team work
  • Customer relationship development
  • Verbal and written communication

Languages

English
Professional

Timeline

Senior Financial Analyst

Intel
03.2015 - Current

Accountant Supervisor

Emerson Electric CR, Ltda
03.2010 - 02.2015

Financial Analyst

Baxter Americas Services
01.2007 - 02.2010

Junior Accountant

Thrifty Car Rental
01.2005 - 01.2007

BBA - Contaduria Publica

Universidad De Costa Rica

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