Experienced accounting professional prepared for this role, known for strong analytical skills and precision in financial management. Proven ability to drive results through team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and compliance, with focus on accuracy and efficiency. Reliable, dependable, and committed to achieving organizational goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accountant I
Westside Regional Center
08.2024 - Current
Reconciliation of bank accounts, reconciliation of employee Flexible Spending Accounts and download FSA. Assist with reconciliation of grants as needed (i.e., MHSA).
Resolve bank exceptions. Assist POS staff with paid check inquiries. Issue stop payment orders on outstanding checks Download monthly bank statements and data to server. Enter voids in CNB.
Create month-end journal entries. Input, edit and post month-end entries. Balance claims and appropriate accounts before close.
Prepare budget reports. Prepare ad hoc reports for management.
Coordinate and train vendors on E-billing and administration of same. Coordinate and train/assist staff on IQ software and administration of same. Write queries for Accounting needs. Participate in I.T./Budget and other DDS procedural conference calls.
Serve as backup to Accountant II (Info Systems) as needed. Assist other departments with Accounting issues, i.e., caseload reconciliation, vendor audits, transfers. Review co-workers’ work for accuracy and completeness, and correct as needed.
Vendor Rates Coordinator
Westside Regional Center
06.2023 - 07.2024
Manages the Uniform Fiscal System (UFS) rate table.
Implements, processes, and manages all vendored rates in accordance with DDS and WRC.
Work in collaboration with the Accounting Department for changes or updates to vendor rates.
Maintains backup documentation and proof of processing.
Enter data information for rates on AS400 and Sandis programs.
Work with the Vendorization Specialist to conduct rate audits for all vendor files.
Maintains the UFS Rate Table with any new yearly increases, updates, and deletions.
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
HOMES FOR LIFE FOUNDATION
01.2022 - 04.2023
Assist accounts payables
Assist accounts receivables
Government grant tracking, budgeting, billing and reporting
Reconciling and balancing client accounts, record keeping, DMH Medi-Cal billings and government reports
Assists with Supportive Housing Program (SHP) billings, renewal applications, technical submissions and annual progress reports
Complete annual client income certifications, as requested
Maintain/Assist with client income schedules and make sure all rent collections are current
Assist with bank deposit preparation, doing bank runs, and bank reconciliations
Responsible for preparing HUD 811 monthly accruals and billings
Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
Managed accounts payable processing, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
A SPEED TRANSPORTATION
03.2020 - 07.2021
Assist accounts payables
Assist accounts receivables
Weekly and monthly reporting
Create and process invoices
Data entry
Enter records into Excel format
Education
BACHELOR DEGREE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION / ACCOUNTING
CSU DOMINGUEZ HILLS
CARSON, CA
12.2019
ASSOCIATE DEGREE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
LONG BEACH CITY COLLEGE
LONG BEACH, CA
08.2017
Skills
Microsoft Office
Accounting and bookkeeping
Accounts payable and receivable
Bank reconciliation
Certification
Business Economics
Money and Banking
References
Ricardo Alvarado, (310) 715-9597
Vivian Gonzalez (424) 236-1713
Timeline
Accountant I
Westside Regional Center
08.2024 - Current
Vendor Rates Coordinator
Westside Regional Center
06.2023 - 07.2024
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
HOMES FOR LIFE FOUNDATION
01.2022 - 04.2023
ACCOUNTING ASSISTANT
A SPEED TRANSPORTATION
03.2020 - 07.2021
ASSOCIATE DEGREE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
LONG BEACH CITY COLLEGE
BACHELOR DEGREE - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION / ACCOUNTING