Betty Hernandez
East Elmhurst,NY
Summary
Dynamic Supervisory Accountant at AIG with a proven track record in optimizing cash flow management and enhancing internal controls. Successfully led financial model design for strategic forecasting and mentored junior accountants, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Expertise in auditing procedures and project accounting drives impactful decision-making and operational efficiency.
Finance professional prepared to bring extensive experience in managing financial operations and leading accounting teams to drive organizational success. Known for collaborative approach and delivering results, with strong emphasis on financial reporting and process optimization. Consistently adaptable to evolving business needs and highly reliable.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisory Accountant
AIG
12.2006 - 07.2024
- Designed comprehensive financial models for forecasting purposes, enabling informed decisions about future investments or business expansions.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement within the accounting team by encouraging open feedback and implementing best practices for efficient financial management.
- Managed a successful transition during company mergers or acquisitions, ensuring seamless integration of accounting records and systems.
- Improved budgeting processes by collaborating with department heads to develop realistic, data-driven budgets.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by staying up-to-date on accounting standards and implementing necessary changes in company policies.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and automating routine tasks.
- Mentored junior accountants, fostering professional growth and improving overall team performance.
- Optimized cash flow management by regularly monitoring receivables, payables, and available resources.
Accountant Analyst
Gerling Global Reinsurance
07.1999 - 07.2006
- Managed accounts payable function efficiently, ensuring timely vendor payments while optimizing cash flows utilization.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy through meticulous data analysis and reconciliation of discrepancies.
- Assisted in the development of annual budgets, providing insightful recommendations for cost reductions and revenue growth opportunities.
- Ensured compliance with internal controls and external regulations by conducting thorough audits and risk assessments.
- Continuously updated professional knowledge, participating in relevant training programs and staying current with industry best practices.
- Supported merger and acquisition activities, conducting comprehensive due diligence for potential targets.
- Contributed to process improvements by identifying bottlenecks in the accounts receivable collection cycle.
- Maintained accurate fixed asset records, tracking acquisitions, disposals, and depreciation schedules to ensure proper treatment on financial statements.
- Played a pivotal role in successful audit completion, working closely with external auditors to provide necessary documentation and clarification on complex accounting matters.
Education
Associate of Arts - Principes of Accounting
Queensborough Community College
Oakland Gardens, NYSkills
- Accounts receivable management
- Internal controls
- Auditing procedures
- Project accounting
- Intercompany transactions
- Cash flow management
Timeline
Supervisory Accountant
AIG
12.2006 - 07.2024
Accountant Analyst
Gerling Global Reinsurance
07.1999 - 07.2006
Associate of Arts - Principes of Accounting
Queensborough Community College
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