Accomplished Accounting Bookkeeper with a proven track record at Champagne Custom Homes, adept in bank reconciliation and cash management. Excelled in enhancing financial reporting accuracy and efficiency through meticulous attention to detail and robust problem-solving skills. Demonstrated expertise in leveraging Microsoft Excel for streamlined operations, achieving significant improvements in client collaboration and internal controls.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Bookkeeper
Champagne Custom Homes
Canyon Lake, Texas
07.2020 - Current
Reconciled vendor statements to assist in monthly closings.
Processed accounts receivable invoices, payments, and refunds.
Implemented and maintained internal controls to safeguard financial assets.
Processed invoices and checks, and maintained daily cash logs and deposits.
Reviewed transactions, issued checks and updated ledgers and budgets.
Prepared bank deposits and recorded cash receipts.
Researched discrepancies between actual results and planned objectives to identify potential problems or areas needing improvement.
Collaborated with accounting management to produce accurate and timely financial paperwork and reports for AP and AR, budget administration and year-end closing requirements.
Managed accounting closings, accounts payable and financial reporting for multiple clients.
Prepared accurate financial reports each month by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing account information.
Performed basic accounting, payroll and bookkeeping services to manage business operations.
Assisted in the preparation of financial reports including balance sheets, income statements, and statement of cash flows.
Prepared bank reconciliations, managed field audits and reviewed accounting records for accuracy.
Utilized accounting software to streamline bookkeeping processes, increasing efficiency.
Received and recorded cash, checks and transfers.
Managed accounts payable and receivable, improving cash flow management.
Reconciled vendor statements on a periodic basis to ensure accuracy of balances due.
Reconciled bank statements to internal accounts monthly, identifying and resolving discrepancies.
Conducted month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy of financial reporting.
Entered deposits, credit card charges and sales entries to facilitate cash management.
Verified and posted account transactions to prepare checks and maintain accounting ledgers.
Accountant
Tax Solutions & Accounting Services
El Paso, TX
01.2000 - 04.2019
Updated and managed accounts payable databases, employing access controls to protect data.
Developed staff expense and reimbursement tracker to reduce user errors and increase reporting accuracy.
Designed internal control policies to improve audit scores.
Reduced audit fees by bringing audit processes in-house.
Monitored cash flows and prepared weekly cash projections.
Managed accounts receivable and payable, reconciled bank statements, and prepared financial reports.
Presented audit results to management teams, delivering information in non-technical terms for easy understanding.
Created journal entries accurately and timely for month end close processes.
Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
Assisted in the preparation of tax returns by gathering necessary information from clients and maintaining organized files with documents related to taxes.
Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.
Diminished financial discrepancies and accurately reconciled accounts using detailed data analysis results.
Assisted clients in determining business strategy and achieving profitability goals.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Business Manager
Delgado LLC
El Paso, TX
07.1992 - 11.1997
Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and agencies.
Organized events to promote products and services at trade shows and conventions.
Facilitated growth and increased brand awareness by working with sales team to build and maintain key business relationships.
Monitored and reported on the performance of marketing campaigns.
Maintained accurate records of all marketing efforts.
Provided input on creative design concepts related to marketing collateral.
Conducted competitive analysis to identify market opportunities and challenges.
Formulated and implemented plans to protect and increase annual company revenue.
Updated and maintained databases with current information.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.