Claudia Ramos
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Director
The Afranie Group & The Pella Group
Los Angeles , CA
2023.07 - Current
- Collaborated with other departments to improve processes related to financial data collection and analysis.
- Managed the preparation of the company's budget and monitored performance against it.
- Provided guidance to departmental managers regarding accounting policies and procedures.
- Coordinated audit activities with external auditors to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Reviewed account reconciliations for accuracy and completeness on a regular basis.
- Analyzed financial statements to identify areas of cost reduction and increased revenue.
- Monitored cash flow projections and adjusted budgets accordingly.
- Oversaw financial reporting, accounts payable and receivable, asset coordination, account management and budgets.
- Administered payroll for employees and oversaw corporate payroll reconciliation and tax activities.
- Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performed complex accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements.
- Managed day-to-day finance operations by working closely with accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll staff to provide direction.
Financial Controller
The Pellas Group
Los Angeles , CA
2022.08 - Current
- Trained staff members on proper use of accounting software programs.
- Managed month-end closing process including journal entries and account analysis.
- Reviewed bank reconciliations on a regular basis to ensure accuracy of data.
- Created detailed budgets for each department within the organization.
- Provided guidance and training to junior staff members when needed.
- Assisted HR team with benefit enrollment activities as necessary.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies by analyzing information and providing solutions.
- Performed biweekly payroll and updated employee records.
Assistant General Manager
Aerospace Technical Metal Finishing
Valencia , CA
2018.04 - Current
- Communicated regularly with suppliers regarding product delivery timelines, pricing information.
- Assisted in the recruitment process by conducting interviews with prospective candidates.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, payroll information, sales figures.
- Performed administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, preparing documents.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Produced daily operations report forecasting staffing needs and production volume to support cost-reduction and service improvement initiatives.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
United Education Institute
Huntington Park, CA2015-03
Skills
- Account Reconciliation
- Reporting
- Accounting Principles
- Bookkeeping
- Experience working with payroll
- Payroll and benefits administration
- Staff Management
- Customer Account Administration
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Finance Director
The Afranie Group & The Pella Group
2023.07 - Current
Financial Controller
The Pellas Group
2022.08 - Current
Assistant General Manager
Aerospace Technical Metal Finishing
2018.04 - Current
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
United Education Institute
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