Frida Rios
Houston,TX
Summary
Finance and accounting professional with over 5 years of experience in multinational companies, including a background in external auditing, cost accounting, and credit analysis. Recently gained experience in the hospitality industry, enhancing problem-solving, customer service, and financial transaction management skills. Now eager to return to the finance sector, leveraging analytical expertise, reconciliation skills, and process improvement capabilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager / Server / Bartender
Hospitality Industry Experience
01.2023 - Current
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
Reconciliation Analyst
Helios Lubricants LLC
12.2021 - 08.2022
- Initiated process improvements that reduced manual effort and increased productivity within the team.
- Assisted in the development of new controls to mitigate risk exposure, safeguarding company assets from potential losses.
- Reduced financial discrepancies through diligent research and prompt resolution of outstanding items.
- Improved the accuracy of financial statements by ensuring timely completion of reconciliations for all accounts.
Credit Analyst
DuPont
12.2020 - 06.2021
- Managed a $40M USD monthly portfolio for North American corporate accounts.
- Spearheaded process redesign for commission payments, reducing pending items by 90%.
- Maintained past-due percentages below the 9% threshold, achieving a 70% reduction in collectible disputes.
Plant Cost Accountant
DuPont
11.2018 - 12.2020
- Led the transition of cost accounting activities to India, conducting virtual training sessions.
- Assisted in the Dow-DuPont merger, integrating Dow’s financial processes.
- Analyzed and adjusted business costs for raw materials and inventory, ensuring financial accuracy.
General Ledger Analyst
DuPont
11.2016 - 11.2020
- Reduced reconciliation backlog by 80% and maintained items within a 60-day range.
- Managed bank account reconciliations and month-end reporting in Blackline.
- Verified transaction accuracy in SAP and ensured compliance with financial standards.
Intern External Auditor
PricewaterhouseCoopers
11.2014 - 11.2016
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Ensured timely completion of audit engagements, consistently meeting or exceeding deadlines while maintaining high quality results.
- Enhanced audit efficiency by implementing risk-based auditing strategies.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
Education
BBA - Finance And Accounting
Universidad Del Valle De Mexico
Mexico, MX08-2015
Skills
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Positive attitude
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Manager / Server / Bartender
Hospitality Industry Experience
01.2023 - Current
Reconciliation Analyst
Helios Lubricants LLC
12.2021 - 08.2022
Credit Analyst
DuPont
12.2020 - 06.2021
Plant Cost Accountant
DuPont
11.2018 - 12.2020
General Ledger Analyst
DuPont
11.2016 - 11.2020
Intern External Auditor
PricewaterhouseCoopers
11.2014 - 11.2016
BBA - Finance And Accounting
Universidad Del Valle De Mexico
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