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Erica Gigena

Erica Gigena

Accountant
Eastvale,CA

Summary

Seasoned accounting professional with over 20 years of experience overseeing accounting functions for small and medium companies. Proficient in directing end-to-end accounting cycles, financial reporting and policy and procedure development. Well versed in US GAAP and other statutory requirements.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Controller

Wagner Die Supply Inc
Ontario
05.2017 - Current
  • Supervise and monitor accounts payable, accounts receivable and purchasing functions to ensure proper reconciliations
  • prepared and filed sales tax returns for CA, IL, and TX states
  • Oversee bank reconciliations, prepare, and post journal entries for prepaid and accrued expenses
  • Maintain inventory and fixed assets to ensure accuracy of records
  • Oversee manufacturing processes, closing procedures in manufacturing and work orders, and reconcile to close raw materials daily
  • Prepare government reports as needed quarterly and annually
  • Process accounts payable invoices to cut checks, ACH and EFT on a weekly basis
  • Oversee ERP system, phone system, and computer equipment and issues to coordinate necessary help.
  • Created financial reports for senior management, board of directors and external auditors in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Served as primary contact for external auditors throughout year-end audit process and produced financial reports and audit documentation
  • Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performed complex accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements.

Enrolled Agent - Accountant

MVG Accounting Services
Eastvale
05.2006 - Current
  • Compile financial statements and management reports for clients as needed
  • Perform bookkeeping services for clients as needed for tax returns or financial statements
  • Prepare and file individual and business income tax returns
  • Prepare and file corporations Statement of Information through the state for clients on annual basis
  • Prepare and file sales and use tax reports, IFTA miles reports, CA tire fee reports and 2290 heavy tax return
  • Set up and train clients on QuickBooks as a Proadvisor
  • Perform full payroll processing, quarterly and annual filings
  • Created a spreadsheet for a project manager to forecast future billing from a construction firm to track expenses and ensure projects will be on budget
  • Saved one of my clients $30,000 in sales taxes by reviewing returns for each quarter, correcting previously made errors and amending the returns
  • Created an accounting system for a client by setting accounting software, chart of accounts, necessary accounting modules and training users
  • Organized financial records such as receipts, invoices, and other documents to determine forms needed to prepare tax returns.
  • Researched complex tax issues using IRS publications, rulings, and court decisions.
  • Represented taxpayers before the IRS during audits or collections proceedings.
  • Explained laws related to taxation to clients so they understood how it would affect them.
  • Assisted taxpayers in understanding their rights and responsibilities under the law.
  • Negotiated payment arrangements with the IRS on behalf of clients.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of changing tax codes and regulations.
  • Prepared quarterly estimated payments for businesses subject to self-employment taxes.
  • Reviewed documents prior to submission in order to ensure accuracy of information provided.
  • Responded promptly and professionally to inquiries from clients regarding their taxes or other matters.
  • Represented clients under audit before IRS to prove compliance with federal tax laws.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain additional information on taxable income and deductible expenses and allowances.

Administrative Assistant Intern

Solar Max Technology
Riverside
02.2017 - 04.2017
  • Prepared and processed UCC filings and terminations for residential and commercial customers throughout the county and state
  • Audited all files for UCC compliance and file appropriate forms.
  • Research different counties for requirements in filing UCCs
  • Filed UCC filings with different counties and ensure compliance

Staff Accountant

Trimble & Company, CPA Firm
Riverside
09.2013 - 03.2017
  • Performed bookkeeping for 25 to 30 small business clients
  • Entered and prepared payroll checks, tax deposits, worker’s comp audits, quarterly reports, 1099s and W-2 for different clients with 1 to over 100 employees
  • Performed compilations and management financial reports for clients as needed or requested for CPA final review
  • Prepared individual and business income tax returns for final review of partner
  • Prepared and filed sales tax reports for clients on a quarterly or annual basis depending client on requirements
  • Prepared and filed 571 annual property tax reports with different counties depending on client
  • Performed accounting procedures for tax returns including JEs and closing entries for clients with revenue ranging from $100 thousand to $9 million in the construction, electrical contractor, personal services, medical and dental industries.
  • Prepared monthly account reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts.

Accounting Supervisor

Sigma Plating Co., Inc.
La Puente
08.2009 - 01.2011
  • Supervised 3 employees on accounts payable, accounts receivable, and shipping
  • Prepared and filed monthly and quarterly industry returns (State and County)
  • Prepared and created month-end and year-end journal closing entries for accrual basis accounting
  • Prepared financial statements on a monthly basis to review, compare and analyze with budgeted financials
  • Performed cash application and reporting of deposited funds
  • Investigated and created credit memos for customers
  • Performed floor review and annual inventory count for customer parts and chemicals
  • Gathered data and created a cost analysis with variable and fixed expenses to calculate cost for the products and services being produced
  • Evaluated actual profits and analyzed expenses to cut down and lower costs utilizing cost analysis created for management
  • Assigned and performed human resources duties, OSHA Safety training, interviews, changes in employee handbook, employee complains investigations, review of employee file, health insurance sign ups and 401k maintenance.
  • Developed and maintained accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
  • Monitored cash flow and prepared budget forecasts to ensure sufficient liquidity.
  • Reviewed financial reports for accuracy and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Coordinated payroll activities including employee time tracking and payroll processing services.
  • Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.

Education

Bachelor of Applied Science - Business Administration - Accounting

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA
06.2003

Skills

  • Financial Forecasting
  • Commission Calculation
  • Internal Controls Development
  • MS Office 365
  • Various ERP Systems Implementation and Use
  • Adobe Professional
  • PMCS (Unifier, Capital Project Management)
  • Balance Sheet Management
  • Financial Document Review
  • Collections Understanding
  • Month-End and Year-End Closings
  • Processing Payments
  • US GAAP Proficiency
  • Staff Management
  • Cost Accounting
  • Procedure Development
  • Expense Control
  • Data Tracking
  • Budget Development
  • Budget Compliance
  • Financial Statement Review
  • General Ledger Accounting
  • Bookkeeping
  • Payroll Processing
  • Financial Controls Implementation
  • QuickBooks for Accountants and Other Software

Certification

Enrolled Agent, #00108944, 03/31/2024

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Controller

Wagner Die Supply Inc
05.2017 - Current

Administrative Assistant Intern

Solar Max Technology
02.2017 - 04.2017

Staff Accountant

Trimble & Company, CPA Firm
09.2013 - 03.2017

Accounting Supervisor

Sigma Plating Co., Inc.
08.2009 - 01.2011

Enrolled Agent - Accountant

MVG Accounting Services
05.2006 - Current

Bachelor of Applied Science - Business Administration - Accounting

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

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