Flavia Paula Russo
West Palm Beach
Summary
Talented Accountant with over 6 years of experience in financial management. Expertise in Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Project Management. Proven ability to work effectively with diverse teams and cultures. Experienced in ISO 9001 auditing, process improvement, and training and developing new talents. Proficient in Yardi and QuickBooks with strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel Pivot Tables and V-Lookups. Proficient in systems such as SAP Concur, MarketSharp, and BuilderTrend.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant
SROA Capital, LLC
01.2021 - Current
- Post daily, monthly & accrual journal entries in Yardi
- Reviews and reconciles credit card statements across multiple accounts and entities
- Prepare reconciliations and work papers for balance sheet & P/L accounts
- Review employees' expense reports for proper classification and payment
- Tracks and processes expense reports in SAP Concur (Personal & Company Credit Cards)
- Assist in preparing monthly, quarterly, and year-end closing processes
- Prepares journal entries for expense accounts in Yardi
- Supports transactional accounting – payroll, cash receipts, and cash disbursement entries
- Processes High Volume of Billbacks to 460 Properties (Accounts Receivable)
- Implements Corporate Accounting Procedures
- Responsible for training employees in SAP Concur and preparation of expense reports.
Construction Accountant
Phoenix Remodeling
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Invoicing and Billing: Created and edited invoices for customers
- Ensured accurate and timely invoicing
- Accounts Receivable Management: Managed accounts receivable (Average of $3,000,000.00 / Year)
- Resolved billing discrepancies and outstanding payment issues
- Maintained accurate accounts receivable records
- Implemented credit control measures
- Responsible for Projects Change Orders, Payments Collection, and managing project milestones versus payments due
- Accounts Payable: Processed vendor invoices and payment requests
- Verified invoice details and payment terms
- Collaborated with internal departments to obtain payment approvals
- Performed regular reconciliations of accounts payable statements
- Prepared and issued 1099s for vendors
- Process Improvement: Developed new procedures and conducted employee training to enhance the department's efficiency
- Coordinated company payroll: Managed payroll processes efficiently with subcontracted company & ADP
- Prepared and issued W-2s for employees
- Generated financial statements and reports: Prepared and presented financial statements, including Quarterly Profit and Loss, Balance Sheets, and other reports, such as Work in Progress and Statements of Cash Flows
- Proficient in financial reporting, providing regular reports on accounts receivable status and aging analysis.
ESOL Instructor
South Florida Bible College
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Taught lessons encompassing a range of skill-building activities, from speaking, writing, reading, and listening
- Developed lesson plans to teach course materials according to schedule
- Employed kinesthetic, visual, and auditory approaches to make lessons interesting and interactive.
Quality Management Coordinator
GKN Sinter Metals
02.2015 - 09.2016
- Responsible for Maintaining ISO 9001 and ISO/TS 16949 Certifications through the promotion and continuous improvement of departments such as operational and finances
- Performed audits of operational and financial areas to check compliance.
Quality Management Specialist
CSN, Companhia Siderurgica Nacional
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Responsible for Maintaining ISO 9001 Certification and Coordinated Cost Reduction Projects in the Operation Area
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions, and meet deadlines.
Quality Management Analyst
ThyssenKrupp CSA
06.2007 - 01.2014
- Implemented and Obtained ISO 9001 Certification
- Created and implemented policies and procedures for effective operations
- Reviewed and assessed staff processes, reducing hazards posed for residents and staff while promoting regulatory compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Accounting -
Western Governor’s University – WGU
Deerfield Beach, FL12.2024
Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Management -
South Florida Bible College – SFBC
Deerfield Beach, FL12.2021
MBA in Quality Management and Business Strategy -
Candido Mendes University
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil12.2012
Bachelor’s degree in business management, Emphasis in Supply Chain & Logistics -
Estacio De Sa University
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil12.2009
Skills
- Outstanding Organizational Skills
- Self-Starter
- Solid Attention to Details
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, MS Project)
- Construction Contracts Management
- Strong Written and Verbal Communication
- Experienced in QuickBooks Online and Desktop
- Experienced in Yardi
- Financial Records Maintenance
- Experienced in Business Development
- Annual Budgeting
- Reporting / Profit and Loss
- Continuous Improvement / Cost Reduction Projects
- Problem resolution / Critical Thinking
- Systems and Procedures Implementation
- Training and Teams Development
- Fluent in English and Portuguese
- Accounting Software Systems
- Management accounting
- Financial statements expertise
- Project Accounting
- GAAP Accounting
- Bookkeeping
- Payroll Administration
- Audit management
Timeline
Staff Accountant
SROA Capital, LLC
01.2021 - Current
Construction Accountant
Phoenix Remodeling
01.2018 - 01.2022
ESOL Instructor
South Florida Bible College
01.2017 - 12.2020
Quality Management Coordinator
GKN Sinter Metals
02.2015 - 09.2016
Quality Management Specialist
CSN, Companhia Siderurgica Nacional
01.2014 - 01.2015
Quality Management Analyst
ThyssenKrupp CSA
06.2007 - 01.2014
Bachelor of Science in Accounting -
Western Governor’s University – WGU
Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Management -
South Florida Bible College – SFBC
MBA in Quality Management and Business Strategy -
Candido Mendes University
Bachelor’s degree in business management, Emphasis in Supply Chain & Logistics -
Estacio De Sa University
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