Daniel Soto
Goodyear,Arizona
Summary
Motivated job seeker looking to obtain a new, challenging position. Works well under pressure, adaptable, and a strong team player. Comprehends Microsoft and Google applications, having completed multiple courses for both and using them on a daily basis. Capable individual experienced working in stressful environments. Reliable candidate ready to take on obstacles head-on in a position using problem-solving and task prioritization skills. Proficient at completing daily assignments individually and also collaborative work when needed. Adjusts quickly to new needs and policies. Willing to take on any task to support the team and help the entity succeed. Offers strong communication skills and is a dependable employee seeking the opportunity to expand skills and knowledge. Considered hardworking, ethical, and detail- oriented.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Specialist I
Arizona Department Of Economic Security
11.2023 - Current
- Improved financial accuracy by performing detailed account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.
- Streamlined accounting processes for efficiency, implementing automation tools and software solutions.
- Enhanced financial reporting by creating clear and concise financial statements, providing insight into company performance.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory requirements, conducting thorough research and staying up-to-date on industry standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop budgets, ensuring accurate financial planning and forecasting.
- Increased efficiency in accounts payable and receivable management, reducing processing time and minimizing errors.
- Established effective communication channels with vendors and customers to resolve outstanding issues timely manner.
- Processed documents such as invoices and requisitions as required to complete the payment process through the Arizona Procurement Portal.
Administrative Assistant
Arizona Department Of Economic Security
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Enter over 30 invoices daily through Arizona Procurement Portal.
- Develop and update spreadsheets and databases to track, analyze and report on received invoices.
- Research from multiple sources in order to resolve issues as well as, collect and record industry data.
- Complete receivers for vendor payment and maintain payment logs to ensure payments are made on time in accordance with contracts and policies.
- Interact with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, communicate instructions and resolve payment issues.
- Execute record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Follow up with vendors to verify optimal customer satisfaction following support engagement and problem resolution.
- Multi-task and prioritize workload efficiently with minimal direction in order to complete in timely manner.
- Troubleshoot and resolve any invoice discrepancies as necessary in order to fulfill payment.
- Evaluate purchase orders to ensure items, quantity and prices match when processing invoices and record necessary information.
Small Business Owner
The Nite Owl Bake Shop
11.2021 - 06.2023
- Promoted business and advertised products via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity through traditional campaigns to target ideal consumers.
- Designed business plan to define concept, short-term and long-term goals and strategies.
- Fulfilled customer shipping needs by completing all purchase orders and customer invoices.
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for more than 20 customers weekly.
- Developed recipes for new products and improved existing recipes.
- Evaluated sales reports and financial statements to manage cash flow and develop techniques to improve business.
- Managed purchasing, sales and marketing efficiently.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
Warehouse Worker
Macys Logistics
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Prepared items for storage, sales and shipment with proper staging and tagging
- Managed incoming stock, including inspecting and documenting merchandise
- Fulfilled customer orders directly in-store or via mail, preparing shipments professionally and distributing items quickly to maximize 100% satisfaction
- Read and interpreted pick sheet to determine items needed for customer orders
- Located, selected and assembled finished goods to complete customer orders
- Implemented best-fit storage methods for each product type, keeping inventory fresh and customer-ready without exceeding cost benchmarks
- Maintained records and reports to facilitate inventory control and
- Worked directly with vendors to obtain contract-allowable refunds for damaged or defective items
- Moved heavy loads with pallet jacks, hand carts and reach trucks
- Packed merchandise into boxes for shipment after each item has been marked
- Supported efficient sales floor restocking, palletizing and moving groups of boxes to merchandise aisles
- Kept computer inventory accurate with regular cycle counts and full audits every hour
- Verified shipments by checking received items against invoices
Warehouse Worker
United Parcel Service
09.2019 - 11.2020
- Verified documentation accuracy and quality of incoming shipments
- Worked directly with vendors to obtain contract-allowable refunds for damaged or defective items
- Verified shipments by checking received items against invoices
- Fulfilled customer orders directly in-store or via mail, preparing shipments professionally and distributing items quickly to maximize satisfaction
- Kept documentation organized, completing forms and updating accounts with orders
- Maintained records and reports to facilitate inventory control and security
- Completed accurate orders through careful reading of tickets and product matching
- Managed incoming stock, including inspecting and documenting merchandise
- Minimized product errors, carefully examining incoming shipments and properly tagging items
- Located out-of-stock and rare items for customers by carefully checking warehouse and off-site locations
- Located, selected and assembled finished goods to complete customer orders
- Maximized distribution and replenishment efficiency by keeping storage areas clean and organized.
Warehouse Worker
Macys Logistics
12.2015 - 09.2019
- Assisted fellow warehouse workers with managing incoming and outgoing products
- Assisted with safe housekeeping procedures and maintained clean work stations and areas
- Maintained accurate records of returned goods and other inventory transactions
- Packed and unpacked items to be stocked on shelves in stockrooms and sales floors
- Moved heavy loads with pallet jacks, hand carts and reach trucks
- Minimized product errors, carefully examining incoming shipments and properly tagging items
- Located, selected and assembled finished goods to complete customer orders
- Fulfilled customer orders directly in-store or via mail, preparing shipments professionally and distributing items quickly to maximize satisfaction
- Promoted team productivity, keeping adequate materials on hand and supplies for typical demands
- Promoted positive customer service by helping individuals locate desired items
- Maximized distribution and replenishment efficiency by keeping storage areas clean and organized every 1 hour.
Courtesy Clerk
Walmart
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Employed excellent conflict management and problem-solving abilities to resolve customer complaints
- Located products for customers and led individuals directly to desired items
- Resolved customer grievances consistently, collaborating with team members to achieve creative solutions
- Met inbound customer needs while maintaining strict performance targets
- Resolved issues based on thorough investigations of concerns
- Helped improve processes and products by relaying customer feedback
- Created environment focused on helping customers feel welcome, important, and appreciated.
Education
High School Diploma -
Estrella Foothills High School
Goodyear, Arizona05.2015
Skills
- Microsoft Office Platform
- Data Entry Documentation
- Records Organization and Review
- Mathematics
- Finance Operations
- Data Analysis
- Multi-task and Prioritize
- Database Record Keeping
- Payment Research
Timeline
Accounting Specialist I
Arizona Department Of Economic Security
11.2023 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Arizona Department Of Economic Security
11.2022 - 11.2023
Small Business Owner
The Nite Owl Bake Shop
11.2021 - 06.2023
Warehouse Worker
Macys Logistics
11.2020 - 11.2021
Warehouse Worker
United Parcel Service
09.2019 - 11.2020
Warehouse Worker
Macys Logistics
12.2015 - 09.2019
Courtesy Clerk
Walmart
01.2014 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
Estrella Foothills High School