Armine Banjarjian MBA, CAPP
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced Accounting Professional with strong attention to detail and proficiency in managing various accounting tasks with precision, effectiveness, and critical thinking. Displays ability to efficiently organize and prioritize requirements to meet tight deadlines and uphold rigorous financial controls. Accustomed to consistently delivering exceptional performance, whether working independently or collaboratively within a team-oriented setting.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounts Payable Accountant
Globecast America Inc.
10.2020 - Current
- Managing AP function, including invoice processing, payment execution, vendor management, reconciliation of accounts
- Overseeing cash management, including forecasting and banking relations
- Preparing and analyzing budgets, cash flows, financial reports
- Ensuring and monitoring compliance with company policies , including W9 and 1099 reporting
- Developing and maintaining Vendor relations
- Supporting month-end cloth by preparing AP related reconciliations, accruals, reports
- Performing payment cycles and vendor performance
- Working closely with different departments for recommendations and improvements
- Investigating and resolving discrepancies
- Processing high-volume cash payments, including expense reports, Wire, ACH and checks
- Increased accuracy in financial transactions by maintaining a well-organized filing system for all accounts payable documentation.
- Developed strong working knowledge of various accounting software programs, optimizing their use for efficient accounts payable processing.
Accounts Payable Manager
Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills
09.2019 - Current
- Full cycle Accounts Payable, Supporting and advising the Controller and Executive Director on the Payable function
- Leading and mentoring AP team, managing a team of four
- Troubleshooting and resolving escalated issues pertaining to vendor disputes, payment discrepancies or delays in a timely manner, maintaining positive relationships with suppliers
- Performing reconciliations, accruals and reports
- Identifying areas for improvement in existing processes, leading to increased productivity and reduced costs within the accounts payable department.
- Facilitating cross-functional collaboration between finance, purchasing, operations departments to resolve issues impacting cash flow or vendor relations.
- Developing and delivering training sessions to new team members on department procedures, ensuring seamless transition into their roles.
- QuickBooks, Bill.com, Microsoft, including Excel spreadsheets, Word, and PowerPoint
- Performing AP historical aging reports and selecting invoices for payments in weekly payable run
- Preparing AP reports and recommendations to senior management on cash flow and payment cycles
- Weekly ACH, WIRE and Check run
- Maintaining schedules for recurring payments
- Processing 1099's
- Managing team for daily, weekly and monthly tasks
Senior Accountant
Aramark (Fortune 500)
12.2018 - 03.2019
- Conducted Financial analysis and reporting
- Performed bank Reconciliations and Balance Sheet reconciliations
- Prepared Internal management Reports, ERP Reports and other financial documents
- Reconciled General Ledger accounts
- Handled AR and AP functions
- Prepared documentations for external auditors
- Managed month-end closing
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
Staff Accountant
Budget Blinds of Los Angeles
09.2013 - 11.2017
- Performed daily data entry, managed accounts payable and receivable, and prepared tax returns and financial statements.
- Performed daily data entry of sales transactions from small accounts and businesses
- Provided bookkeeping and tracked expenses
- Offered exceptional customer service in fast pace environment
- Handled credit card reconciliations for clients and accounts
- Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Preparation of tax returns, financial statements, and assisting with audits.
- Use of ProSeries and QuickBooks software
- Use of Advanced Excel, Vlookup, Pivot Tables
- Participated in internal and external audit processes to establish accurate financial records and comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
Office Manager
Closet Tailors of Los Angeles
05.2006 - 06.2010
- Supervised employees, managed payroll, handled customer inquiries, and increased sales by 50% within six months.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
- Enhanced team productivity by delegating tasks effectively and overseeing daily workflow.
Education
Master's in Business Administration (MBA) -
Woodbury University
Burbank, CA05.2015
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Accounting -
Woodbury University
Burbank, CA05.2013
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Business Administration, Management and Operations -
Los Angeles City College
Los Angeles, CA05.2011
Bachelor of Arts (BA) -
Armenian State Pedagogical University
Armenia 06.2002
Skills
- Financial Reporting
- Budgeting
- Forecasting
- General Ledger
- Journal entries
- Leadership
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- GAAP and financial regulations
- Proficiency in various accounting software
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Attention to Details and accuracy
- Proactive problem solver
- Advanced Microsoft Excel, Great Plain, ReQlogic, Billcom, ERP, Oracle, Quickbooks
Certification
- Licensed QuickBooks Pro Advisor
- CAPP
- CPA Candidate
Accomplishments
- Los Ángeles City College
- Woodbury University
- GPA 4.0
Volunteering Projects
- LA Works: Mentor
- Tutor
Languages
Armenian
Full Professional
Russian
Full Professional
French
Full Professional
Timeline
Accounts Payable Accountant
Globecast America Inc.
10.2020 - Current
Accounts Payable Manager
Temple Emanuel of Beverly Hills
09.2019 - Current
Senior Accountant
Aramark (Fortune 500)
12.2018 - 03.2019
Staff Accountant
Budget Blinds of Los Angeles
09.2013 - 11.2017
Office Manager
Closet Tailors of Los Angeles
05.2006 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Accounting -
Woodbury University
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Business Administration, Management and Operations -
Los Angeles City College
Master's in Business Administration (MBA) -
Woodbury University
Bachelor of Arts (BA) -
Armenian State Pedagogical University
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