Carla Orona
Cleveland,TX
Summary
Finance professional with comprehensive knowledge of accounts payable operations, encompassing invoice processing and vendor management. Known for exceptional attention to detail and reliability in meeting deadlines. Team-focused collaborator who adapts to changing priorities and ensures optimal financial accuracy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Specialist
Cleveland ISD
Cleveland, TX
01.2022 - 06.2025
- Processed vendor invoices accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely payments and compliance with district policies.
- Managed reconciliation of accounts payable transactions, resolving discrepancies promptly to maintain financial integrity.
- Coordinated communication with vendors and internal departments to streamline the invoice approval process.
- Implemented improvements in workflow procedures, enhancing overall efficiency of accounts payable operations.
CMS-PEIMS Clerk
Cleveland ISD
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Collect and enter PEIMS data into established database and verify accuracy of according to established procedure.
- Prepare and print reports, including special program reports, grades, end-of-semester reports and snapshot reports.
- Verify all data entered for special programs such as; Dyslexia, GT, SPED, 504, Homeless and RTI
- Assist in campus office as needed and other duties as assigned.
Assistant General Manager
Aimbridge Hospitality Residence Inn by Marriott NW Willowbrook
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Oversee all front desk operations with an eye for hotel reputation, staff productivity and operational efficiency
- Train new staff on correct procedures, compliance requirements and performance strategies.
- Resolve issues in a timely and professional manner.
- Assist management with end of month paperwork such as tax exemptions, cc reconciliation and cash sheets.
- Place monthly order for market and front desk sticking to budget
- Actively pursuing personal learning and development opportunities.
- Prepared weekly payroll to keep up with projected payroll for the week and ensure that overtime
- Contacted Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable to ensure all accounts were up to date
- Handled petty cash, updated daily records on Horizon involving all cash/credit card payments
Front Desk Supervisor
Aimbridge Hospitality Courtyard by Marriott Houston North
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Motivated, trained and disciplined employees in all departments to maximize performance and adhere to Marriott Quality Assurance standards
- Worked with team members to increase individual performance and set realistic improvement goals
- Prepared weekly payroll to keep up with projected payroll for the week and ensure that overtime
- Contacted Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable to ensure all accounts were up to date
- Handled petty cash, updated daily records on Horizon involving all cash/credit card payments
- Maintained accurate records including cash flow sheet, inventory log and credit card receipts
- Oversaw inventory by ordering precise quantities of stock and executing corrective actions to drive
- Reconciled all end of month paperwork and submitted to Accountant before deadline
Front Desk Supervisor
Aimbridge Hospitality Residence Inn by Marriott Greenspoint
04.2013 - 04.2017
- Oversaw all front desk operations with an eye for hotel reputation, staff productivity and operational efficiency
- Collected deposits, fees and payments
- Trained new staff on correct procedures, compliance requirements and performance strategies
- Accurately communicate with other shifts regarding issues arising from day to day operations
- Trained new staff on correct procedures, compliance requirements and performance strategies
- Created lasting relationships with guests that built loyalty and drove hotel revenue.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Aldine High School
Houston, TX01.2012
Skills
- Costumer Service
- Problem Solving Skills
- Decision making abilities
- Exceptional time management and communicating skills
- Detail oriented
- Bilingual (Spanish)
- Proficient on Excel, Fosse, eFinance
Timeline
Accounts Payable Specialist
Cleveland ISD
01.2022 - 06.2025
CMS-PEIMS Clerk
Cleveland ISD
02.2020 - 01.2022
Assistant General Manager
Aimbridge Hospitality Residence Inn by Marriott NW Willowbrook
04.2019 - 02.2020
Front Desk Supervisor
Aimbridge Hospitality Courtyard by Marriott Houston North
09.2017 - 08.2018
Front Desk Supervisor
Aimbridge Hospitality Residence Inn by Marriott Greenspoint
04.2013 - 04.2017
High School Diploma - undefined
Aldine High School