Celeste Pozada
Manvel
Summary
Senior accountant with expertise in month-end financial operations and improving reporting accuracy through effective internal controls. Demonstrated success in leading financial audits and training junior staff. Proficient in utilizing accounting software to enhance efficiency and ensure compliance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
Enterprise Mobility
Houston
06.2019 - 04.2025
- Oversaw month-end financial operations, including reporting and reconciliations.
- Managed journal entries and reconciliations to support monthly general ledger closing activities.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to facilitate financial audits and ensure compliance.
- Developed internal control procedures to enhance accuracy of financial reporting.
- Utilized accounting software to streamline financial processes and improve reporting efficiency.
- Provided training and mentorship to junior accounting staff for skill development.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards and regulations for compliance.
- Assisted rental sales associates with customer invoicing issues to resolve discrepancies.
Assistant Manager
Enterprise Rent A Car
Houston
02.2018 - 05.2019
- Managed daily operations to ensure efficient service delivery and high customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new staff on company policies and customer service excellence.
- Supervised scheduling, assigned duties, and conducted marketing training sessions for staff.
- Developed targeted marketing strategies that increased rental service visibility in local area.
- Oversaw vehicle inventory management and coordinated fleet maintenance schedules.
- Monitored financial transactions and prepared comprehensive reports that informed management decisions.
- Maintained employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
- Facilitated multiple management promotions by demonstrating effective leadership and team development.
Treasurer Student Worker
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville
09.2016 - 12.2017
- Supported weekly cash forecasting, contributing to effective cash flow management.
- Analyzed cash summary data to improve forecasting accuracy and enhance financial oversight.
- Researched and resolved discrepancies in financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and integrity of financial records.
- Processed ACH and check payments for university transactions.
- Recorded journal vouchers to ensure accuracy in financial records.
- Assisted management personnel in enhancing operational understanding through hands-on experience in financial processes.
Shoes Sales Representative
Nordstrom
Houston
05.2014 - 08.2016
- Ensured exceptional customer service was delivered at all times.
- Developed strong relationships with customers to enhance loyalty and repeat business.
- Followed up with customers to guarantee purchase satisfaction.
- Addressed customer service inquiries efficiently to maintain quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain visual merchandising standards in displays.
- Designed weekly sales strategies for consistent goal achievement.
- Assisted in inventory management, including shoes and cash reporting.
- Performed register openings and closings per established guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX12-2017
Skills
- Financial reporting and analysis
- Journal entries and month-end reconciliation
- Audit compliance
- Accounting software proficiency
- Customer invoicing and inventory management
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication skills
Accomplishments
- Member of The National Society of Collegiate Scholars
- Academic awards
- Summa Cum Laude Honors Graduate
- Top Sales Performer
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Enterprise Mobility
06.2019 - 04.2025
Assistant Manager
Enterprise Rent A Car
02.2018 - 05.2019
Treasurer Student Worker
Sam Houston State University
09.2016 - 12.2017
Shoes Sales Representative
Nordstrom
05.2014 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Sam Houston State University