Hi, I’m
Astrid Costarelos
Staff Accountant
Verona,USA
Summary
Detail-driven accounting professional experienced in examining and analyzing accounting records, financial statements and financial reports to assess accuracy and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles and standards. Proven to analyze accounting processes, identify deficiencies and formulate and implement corrective action plans to achieve compliance and mitigate risk.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
Work History
LANDMAN CORSI BALLAINE & FORD P.C.
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
06.2021 - 08.2024
Job overview
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
- Processed expense reimbursements for firm both billable & non-billable expenses.
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Detailed and accurate American Express reconciliation for 20 firm members.
- Facilitated knowledge sharing within finance department by organizing regular training sessions on best practices.
- Simplified invoicing process, reducing errors and improving turnaround time for accounts receivable.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
- Participated in internal and external audit processes to establish accurate financial records and comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
- Monitored cash flow closely to ensure sufficient funds were available for operational needs.
- Supported management decision-making by providing detailed financial analysis and recommendations backed by data-driven insights.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving communication among team members.
- Maintain integrity of customer account records with meticulousness
- Provide support in regards to monthly, and year-end financial closes, including assigned journal entries, balance-sheet account reconciliations, accruals, and overall maintenance of operational management accounts.
- Prepare special financial reports, when requested by senior managers, by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information and trends.
ADAM TECH
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST
01.2018 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Improved financial accuracy by thoroughly reconciling accounts and identifying discrepancies on a monthly basis.
- Expedited financial close process with diligent preparation of supporting documentation for month-end reconciliations.
- Served as a reliable point of contact for external auditors, providing necessary documentation and answering inquiries related to accounts receivable/payable activities.
- Enhanced cash flow by efficiently managing accounts receivable and ensuring prompt payment from customers.
- Streamlined invoice processing for timely payments, reducing the overall outstanding balance of accounts payable.
- Managed multiple accounts simultaneously, ensuring accurate billing and payment tracking.
- Reduced late payments by maintaining strong relationships with clients and implementing effective follow-up procedures.
- Resolved billing, service and technical concerns.
- Coordinated between billing department and customers to resolve problems.
TD BANK
UNIVERSAL BANKER
10.2016 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Provided exceptional customer service, involving receipt and payment of cash, while working in a high volume, sales environment
- Followed established policies in accordance with the bank and the supervisor's direction
- Met monthly new account production goals as assigned by upper management
- Processed deposits and pay out funds in accordance with bank procedures, recording all transactions accurately and balancing each day's operations
- Received/processed cash and checks for deposit, verifies amounts, and looks for check endorsements
- Examined cash carefully to guard against acceptance of counterfeit checks and identification
- Entered transactions into computer and issues customer receipts
- Sold and prepared money orders, cashier's checks, bank-to-bank wires, savings bonds, travelers' checks, and certificates of deposit
- Processed Western Union wires and cash advances
- Cross-sold bank services and products
- Provided bank services to a diverse customer base
- Performed other tasks as requested by supervisors as it related to the bank and its functions.
SPENCER SAVINGS BANK
BANK TELLER
05.2013 - 10.2016
Job overview
- Efficiently processed daily transactions, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational speed
- Enhanced transaction speed, achieving higher throughput and improved customer service
- Provided peer training on transaction best practices, fostering a collaborative team environment.
Provident Bank
Teller
01.2011 - 05.2013
Job overview
- Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
- Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
- Balanced cash drawers daily, identifying discrepancies and taking corrective actions as needed.
- Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
- Assisted customers with account inquiries, resolving issues promptly and professionally.
- Managed high-volume transactions efficiently while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring accurate processing for customers.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate transaction processing.
- Increased cross-selling opportunities by identifying customer needs and recommending appropriate banking products or services.
Education
Grossmont High SchoolLa Mesa, CA
High School Diploma
05.2012
Montclair State UniversityWayne, NJ
Accounting
03.2016
Skills
- Accounts receivable management
- Accounts Payable / Invoice Coding
- General Ledger Reconciliation
- Financial Analysis
- Risk Analysis
- Microsoft Office (Excel)
- Monthly Account / Bank Reconciliation
- Monthly Journal Entries
- Audit Support
- Journal entry preparation Monthly / Quarterly / Year End Reports
- Cost accounting
- Accounting Principles
Hobbies and Interests
Motorcycle riding & walks by the local lake with my son.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
LANDMAN CORSI BALLAINE & FORD P.C.
06.2021 - 08.2024
ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST
ADAM TECH
01.2018 - 06.2021
UNIVERSAL BANKER
TD BANK
10.2016 - 01.2018
BANK TELLER
SPENCER SAVINGS BANK
05.2013 - 10.2016
Teller
Provident Bank
01.2011 - 05.2013
Grossmont High School
High School Diploma
Montclair State University
Accounting
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