Cynthia Batres
South Gate,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented accounting professional with 4+ years of experience in financial reporting, tax compliance, and audit support across corporate and nonprofit sectors. Skilled in preparing accurate filings, researching taxability, and collaborating with finance, sales, and operations to ensure compliance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Staff Accountant
Catholic Charities of Los Angeles
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted in budget preparation and forecasting to support strategic planning initiatives.
- Managed grant funding compliance, ensuring adherence to federal and state regulations.
- Developed and maintained financial reports for multiple grant programs, streamlining reporting processes.
- Led audits of grant expenditures, enhancing accuracy and transparency in financial reporting.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with colleagues from various departments to ensure seamless integration of new funding streams into existing programs or initiatives.
- Ensured timely submission of grant applications by collaborating closely with program teams and senior management.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Used advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
Junior Staff Accountant / Property Accountant
DMF Lighting & Flux Investments
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Processed and reconciled AR invoices, cash receipts, and GL entries, ensuring compliance with internal and external audit standards.
- Assisted with tax preparation and annual audits, maintaining documentation for regulatory reporting.
- Managed fixed assets and intangibles, including depreciation and amortization schedules.
- Conducted intercompany reconciliations and maintained real estate development books.
- Supported ERP system migration and implemented process improvements that streamlined reporting.
- Trained new employees on accounting procedures and compliance practices.
- Set up and Validated customers account by jurisdiction to determine exemption eligibility and state-specific tax rates.
Financial Analyst Specialist (Contract)
PATH
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Prepared budgets, forecasts, and cost reports for 15–20 grants, ensuring compliance with funding rules.
- Supported audit and tax preparation processes by providing accurate and timely reporting.
- Performed scenario analysis and variance reporting to guide strategic decisions.
- Conducted internal audits and collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure proper allocation and reporting.
Accounts Receivable Specialist / Collections
Bella + Canvas / ALO Yoga
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Managed 100+ client accounts, including major retailers (Amazon, Macy’s, Neiman Marcus), ensuring accurate invoicing and payment compliance.
- Transmitted invoices electronically for EDI accounts and validated tax-related data for accuracy.
- Researched chargebacks, reconciled accounts, and resolved disputes with sales teams to ensure tax accuracy from quote to invoice.
- Reduced outstanding balances and improved cash flow by enforcing compliance with payment terms.
- Collaborated with European customers to ensure accurate application of VAT requirements on invoices and payments
Math Coach
Today's Fresh Start Charter School
09.2017 - 12.2021
- Conducted compliance-focused data analysis on performance results to improve instructional outcomes.
- Trained and collaborated with educators to implement accurate reporting and evaluation strategies.
- Served as a resource for audit readiness by aligning curriculum outcomes with district standards.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics (Actuarial Science)
California State University, Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA05.2018
Skills
- Sales & Use Tax Compliance (returns, amended filings, refunds)
- Internal Audits & Tax Research
- ERP & Accounting Systems (Oracle Fusion, Sage, QuickBooks, FDM4)
- Financial Reporting & General Ledger Reconciliation
- Forecasting, Budgeting & Variance Analysis
- Strong Collaboration Across Finance, Sales & Operations
- Advanced Excel SQL Data Analysis Bilingual: English & Spanish
- Multi-state tax returns
- Accounting principles
- Value-Added Tax
Languages
Spanish – Native/Bilingual
English – Native/Bilingual
Timeline
Corporate Staff Accountant
Catholic Charities of Los Angeles
04.2024 - Current
Junior Staff Accountant / Property Accountant
DMF Lighting & Flux Investments
04.2023 - 03.2024
Financial Analyst Specialist (Contract)
PATH
11.2022 - 02.2023
Accounts Receivable Specialist / Collections
Bella + Canvas / ALO Yoga
01.2022 - 11.2022
Math Coach
Today's Fresh Start Charter School
09.2017 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics (Actuarial Science)
California State University, Channel Islands
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