Alejandra Castillo
Miami,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented accounting clerk skilled in handling diverse range of accounting functions with accuracy, efficiency and sound judgment. Adept at organizing and prioritizing requirements to maintain tight deadlines and strict financial controls. Accustomed to delivering superior performance in autonomous or team-focused environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Ang General Cashier
Sonesta Miami Airport
08.2023 - Current
- Monthly invoice processing for vendors.
- Tax reconciliation in different revenue departments, tax percentage corrections and monthly tax reports sent to Corporate office.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Handled multiple payment methods securely, minimizing discrepancies and potential losses.
- nd of the month closing: general ledger analysis, reclass of expenses and checkbooks preparation.
Front Desk and Night Auditor
Sonesta Miami Airport
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Oversaw night auditing of daily room occupancy and hotel revenue.
- Controlled cash and credit card payment transactions at front desk to successfully reduce errors.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various software systems used for reservation management, billing adjustments, and report generation.
- Streamlined the check-in and check-out process for guests, ensuring a smooth experience during overnight hours.
- Looked over pending check-ins and payment processes to complete closing procedures.
Office Manager and AR Supervisor
24/7 Perfect Cleaning
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Dispatching coordination
- Payroll approval
- AR billing for regular and new clients
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.
- Served as a liaison between upper management and staff members, facilitating open channels of communication to address concerns or issues promptly.
Project and Academic Coordinator
Period Movement - Guatemala's Chapter
02.2020 - 06.2023
- Supervise project workflow
- Asses project risks and monitor budget
- Developed successful grant proposals, securing additional funding for research projects and academic initiatives.
- Monitored progress towards strategic goals by analyzing key performance indicators regularly.
- Promoted program courses, activities and accomplishments, both internally and externally, to boost recruitment and retain diverse student body.
Digital Innovation Teacher
Colegio Decroly Americano
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Development of social-digital innovation projects with a focus on the 2030 Agenda and the SDGs
- Academic program planning for World History to high school grades
- Support in the following programs: United Nations Model, Knowledge Bowl competition, Storytelling and social entrepreneurship.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
External advisor in communications and public diplomacy
European Union Delegation in Guatemala
08.2019 - 02.2020
- In charge of the design and implementation for a Communication and Public Diplomacy Strategy for the internal management of the European Union Delegation for the next 4 years
- Planned, developed, and implemented strategies to convey information with key decision makers.
- Produced detailed reports outlining key issues and proposed solutions.
Diplomatic Liaison
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Assistance to the Minister of Women and Gender Equality of Chile in Inauguration of President Alejandro Giammattei
- Served as the primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between internal teams and external partners.
- Maintained a high degree of professionalism at all times, representing the organization with integrity in both internal and external interactions.
Education
Master of Science - Finance And Public Policy
School of Government
Guatemala02.2022
Bachelor of Science - International Affairs
Universidad De Rafael Landívar
Guatemala06.2021
Skills
- Google tools
- Zendesk
- Tableau
- Python
- SQL
- Oracle
- QuickBooks
- Yardi
- EPRO
- MICROS
- ADP
- OneStream
- Concur
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Cash Handling
- Payment Processing
- POS Systems
- Staff Training
Certifications
Quickbooks Certification
CONCUR and OneStream Certified
Building a fiscal policy for women's econo mic empowerment - ICEFI (Central American Institute for Fiscal Studies)
Introduction to Programming - Women Who Code
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
German
Elementary
French
Limited Working
Portuguese
Limited Working
Timeline
Accounts Payable Ang General Cashier
Sonesta Miami Airport
08.2023 - Current
Front Desk and Night Auditor
Sonesta Miami Airport
03.2023 - 09.2023
Office Manager and AR Supervisor
24/7 Perfect Cleaning
06.2022 - 02.2023
Project and Academic Coordinator
Period Movement - Guatemala's Chapter
02.2020 - 06.2023
Digital Innovation Teacher
Colegio Decroly Americano
01.2020 - 06.2022
Diplomatic Liaison
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
10.2019 - 02.2020
External advisor in communications and public diplomacy
European Union Delegation in Guatemala
08.2019 - 02.2020
Master of Science - Finance And Public Policy
School of Government
Bachelor of Science - International Affairs
Universidad De Rafael Landívar
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