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Crystal Zarate

Walnut

Summary

Results-driven Corporate Accountant at Frazer, LLP, skilled in financial analysis and reporting. Successfully developed annual budgets and enhanced project pricing accuracy through cost analysis. Proficient in advanced Excel functions, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities. Committed to maintaining compliance and supporting audit processes, ensuring financial integrity and efficiency.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Corporate Accountant

Frazer, LLP
Anaheim
01.2022 - Current
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
  • Assisted in month-end and year-end closing processes for timely reporting. Analyzed large financial datasets using advanced Excel functions, such as VLOOKUP and PivotTables.
  • Processed 1099s and 571-Ls to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Maintained cost analysis models to enhance project pricing accuracy and profitability.
  • Developed annual budgets and rolling forecasts in collaboration with department heads.
  • Supported external and internal audit processes, including the preparation of 401(k) audit documentation and employee census reports.
  • Trained bookkeepers on data entry standards, improving team efficiency.

Accounting Associate

Business Management Associates CPA’s
La Verne
08.2018 - 12.2021
  • Reviewed and processed federal and state individual tax returns
  • Managed 30 client relationships while maintaining their financial statements to support management decisions.
  • Reconciled bank statements with general ledger entries to ensure accuracy.
  • Filed quarterly payroll taxes, sales taxes, and 571-L property statements.
  • Prepared PPP loan applications for small businesses in accordance with federal requirements.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA
05.2026

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
05.2018

Skills

  • Financial analysis and reporting
  • Budget management and forecasting
  • Internal controls and compliance
  • Accounts payable and receivable management
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking
  • Advanced Excel proficiency
  • Data analysis and interpretation
  • General ledger accounting
  • Journal entry preparation

Leadership Experience

  • USC ALPFA Association of Latino Professionals for America, Director of Finance & Membership, Fall 16, Spring 18
  • USC Marathon Team, Member, Completed 4 marathons and 1 half, Fall 15, Spring 17
  • Volunteer for USC Latino Alumni Association
  • Frazer, LLP Coed Softball, Spring 24, Summer 24
  • OC Craft Running Club May 25

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Corporate Accountant

Frazer, LLP
01.2022 - Current

Accounting Associate

Business Management Associates CPA’s
08.2018 - 12.2021

Master of Business Administration -

California State University, Fullerton

Bachelor of Arts - Economics

University of Southern California

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