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Christopher Rivas

Flushing,NY

Summary

Dynamic finance professional with a proven track record at Steven Madden, Ltd, excelling in accounts payable and ensuring GAAP compliance. Skilled in Intuit QuickBooks and effective communication, I streamlined processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy, achieving timely vendor payments and supporting successful audits. Engaging with diverse customers further honed my interpersonal skills.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

International Payables

Steven Madden, Ltd
Queens, NY
12.2023 - Current
  • Streamlined accounts payable processes for timely vendor payments and reduced errors.
  • Improved efficiency by maintaining accurate records and supporting documentation for financial transactions.
  • Helped prepare month-end, quarterly, and year-end closings.
  • Ensured timely payments to vendors with diligent invoice processing and proactive communication.
  • Provided support during internal and external audits as necessary.
  • Compiled, coded, and submitted weekly invoices to accounting for payment.

Floor Staff Member

Erickson Catiis
12.2022 - 12.2023
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise and suggested suitable options.
  • Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change and storing coupons.


Bookkeeper Internship

Avalon Wright
10.2022 - 12.2022
  • Established QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
  • Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
  • Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs.
  • Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.


Education

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York
Oakland Gardens, NY
12-2024

High School Diploma -

Flushing High school

Skills

  • Communications Strategies
  • Engaging with diverse customers
  • Money handling
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • GAAP compliance
  • Accounts payable
  • Time management
  • Remote office availability

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

International Payables

Steven Madden, Ltd
12.2023 - Current

Floor Staff Member

Erickson Catiis
12.2022 - 12.2023

Bookkeeper Internship

Avalon Wright
10.2022 - 12.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Queensborough Community College of The City University of New York

High School Diploma -

Flushing High school
Christopher Rivas