Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Erica Perez

Clifton Park,NY

Summary

Accounting Manager and licensed CPA with over 5 years experience in public accounting. Team player and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations and promoting organizational efficiency. Described as hardworking, driven, and highly self-motivated. Analytical, organized, and efficient candidate always ready for the next challenge.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Manager, Project Accounting

Nexamp
09.2023 - Current
  • Achieved timely financial reporting through diligent preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
  • Managed daily activities for accounting, accounts payable, treasury and cost accounting.
  • Managed the timely and accurate preparation of project financial statements, ensuring all relevant information was readily available for internal review and external audits.
  • Played a key role in successful audits by promptly addressing auditor inquiries and providing relevant documentation as needed.
  • Managed a team of finance professionals, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and improve overall department productivity.

Assistant Controller, Operations

Plug Power
07.2021 - 09.2023
  • Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
  • Streamlined month-end closing procedures, reducing time spent on manual tasks and increasing efficiency.
  • Manage and monitor all aspects of the financial reporting process for all open construction projects.
  • Analyze, publish, and present monthly financial reporting packages to operational partners on a monthly basis.
  • Collaborate with management on the development of financial reporting tools and dashboards,
    that aid in tracking cost down initiatives and other key reporting metrics used to understand performance and
    drive continuous improvement.

Senior Financial Analyst

Plug Power
11.2019 - 07.2021
  • Preparation of journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting packages to support monthly
    financial close processes.
  • Review the accuracy of expense transactions posted to the general ledger, investigate discrepancies, and resolve any issues that occur in the process on a daily basis.
  • Coordinate and assist external auditors in obtaining support needed to complete quarterly and year-end reviews.
  • Enhanced internal controls for financial reporting, reducing risk of errors and discrepancies.

Senior Audit Associate

KPMG
09.2017 - 11.2019
  • Conduct financial statement audits on both public and privately traded clients, specializing in retail and
    manufacturing industries.
  • Managed multiple concurrent engagements while meeting tight deadlines, demonstrating exceptional time management skills.
  • Coordinate and oversee the annual physical inventory count process to support client inventory balances, as well as, investigate any unexpected discrepancies.
  • Communicate and interact with client management and audit team members of all levels to relay key engagement information and ongoing updates regarding the status of the audit.
  • Mentored junior associates in audit procedures and techniques, fostering a positive learning environment for professional growth.

Education

Master of Science - Accounting

Siena College, Albany, NY
05.2017

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Siena College, Albany, NY
05.2017

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Internal Controls
  • Budget Variance Analysis
  • Attention to Detail
  • Financial analysis and reporting
  • Process Implementation and improvement

Certification

  • CPA - Certified Public Accountant

Timeline

Manager, Project Accounting - Nexamp
09.2023 - Current
Assistant Controller, Operations - Plug Power
07.2021 - 09.2023
Senior Financial Analyst - Plug Power
11.2019 - 07.2021
Senior Audit Associate - KPMG
09.2017 - 11.2019
Siena College - Master of Science, Accounting
Siena College - Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Erica Perez