CELIA AQUILANTE
Little Falls,NJ
Summary
Finance and Accounting professional with over 10 years of expertise in accounts receivable/payable, bank reconciliation, and general ledger maintenance. Proven ability to manage high-volume workflows and support month-end close processes while enhancing accuracy and compliance. Recognized for taking ownership of critical tasks and contributing to training and cross-functional coordination. Demonstrates a proactive approach and financial discipline, positioning for leadership roles in dynamic environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Specialist
Ohio Art Metal Pack LLC
03.2024 - Current
- Recorded and reconciled daily banking transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with month-end closing requirements.
- Prepared journal entries for accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, credit card activity, and recurring adjustments.
- Conducted monthly reviews of accounts receivable and accounts payable aging schedules to confirm completeness.
- Performed monthly analysis of key general ledger accounts for accurate classification.
- Reviewed and processed weekly vendor payments according to established protocols.
- Approved customer credits within assigned limits, maintaining policy compliance.
- Evaluated new customer account requests for required documentation and adherence to credit procedures.
- Enforced internal controls to support audit readiness and uphold financial discipline.
Accounts Receivable Specialist (Contract)
Auriemma
New York, NY
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Processed customer invoices, managed collections, and maintained AR accuracy using Sage Intacct.
- Supported sales leads by tracking customer progress through Salesforce.
- Assisted with reconciliations, journal entries, and month-end close reporting.
- Ensured documentation accuracy and compliance with AR policies.
Bookkeeper
Statewide Carriers LLC
Harrison, NJ
01.2013 - 07.2023
- Managed full-cycle AP and AR including invoice processing, reconciliations, and collections.
- Prepared payroll summaries, deductions, and pay statements.
- Utilized Profit Tools and QuickBooks for high-volume transactions and reporting.
- Maintained organized filing systems and supported cross-team communication.
Education
MBA - Marketing
American InterContinental University
Skills
- QuickBooks and Profit Tools
- Salesforce and ERP systems
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Financial analysis
Timeline
Finance Specialist
Ohio Art Metal Pack LLC
03.2024 - Current
Accounts Receivable Specialist (Contract)
Auriemma
09.2023 - 02.2024
Bookkeeper
Statewide Carriers LLC
01.2013 - 07.2023
MBA - Marketing
American InterContinental University