Geraldine Pagan
Ruskin,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented Accountant with 13 years effectively maintaining accurate accounting information for large-scale financial organizations. History working as part of financial team to manage diverse financial functions, tax management and reporting. Works closely with executive management on complex mergers and acquisitions and divestitures.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
L'Oreal
03.2023 - Current
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge on professional accounting standards to manage financial recordkeeping.
- Use advanced software to prepare documents, reports, and presentations.
- Assists in month end closing process.
- Journal entry preparation.
- Prepare journal entries, account analysis, roll forwards and other analysis required for the month-end close.
- Prepare reports and analysis for senior leaders as required.
- Participate in process improvement initiatives or other assigned projects
Accountant - Fixed Assets
L'Oreal
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Monitor a system of controls, procedures, and forms to record fixed assets.
- Track the compilation of project costs into fixed asset accounts, and close out those accounts once the related projects have been completed.
- Review and update the detailed schedule of fixed assets and accumulated depreciation.
- Conduct monthly impairment reviews for intangible assets.
- Conduct analyses related to fixed assets as requested by management.
- Prepare audit schedules relating to fixed assets, and assist with audit inquiries.
Accounting Consultant
Nationwide Industries
12.2021 - 07.2022
- Analyzed financial data to train the team on the process of payables according to GAAP.
- Streamlined financial processes for increased efficiency by implementing new accounting software and procedures.
- Assisted in forecasting budget for sales and payroll.
- Collected on accounts receivables and cleared up any errors on the ledger.
- Assisted controller with various request from external audit team.
- Addressed complex accounting issues with practical solutions while simultaneously adhering to industry best practices.
- Examined inventory to verify journal and ledger entries.
- Developed, implemented, modified and document recordkeeping and accounting systems, making use of current computer technology.
Senior Accountant
Lazydays RV of Tampa
07.2016 - 11.2021
- Managed month end processes and prepared financial statements for senior management.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Processed accruals for marketing and payroll.
- Prepared core documentation for the company's current processes and procedures.
- Researched and reviewed variance analysis for sales, inventory and cashflow.
- Assisted external auditors with the preparation for federal tax returns.
- Examined inventory to verify journal and ledger entries.
- Owned balance sheet accounts, researching and clearing outstanding transactions.
- Track company expenditures for fixed assets in comparison to the capital budget and management authorizations.
- Provided timely and accurate financial reporting to senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on reliable data.
- Managed quarterly and annual state tax filings for the company, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with regulations.
- Spearheaded a team of junior accountants, providing mentorship and guidance to improve efficiency and accuracy in their work.
- Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
Senior Accountant
Forum Fitness Club
04.2014 - 05.2016
- Reconciled accounts and created documents for monthly closure procedures.
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Monitored monthly membership billing.
- Ensured that all financial reporting deadlines were met.
- Prepared monthly and quarterly financial reports.
- Managed and prepared payroll and health benefits.
- Cash flow preparation and forecasting.
- Assisted in internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
Staff Accountant
Quadrille Wallpaper and Fabrics
02.2011 - 03.2014
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Prepared financial reports for the CEO monthly.
- Assessed records for procedural compliance for all the company's locations.
- Reconciled bank accounts and credit cards daily.
- Processed payroll and managed health benefits enrollments.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting -
New Jersey City University
Jersey City, NJ01.2012
Skills
- General Ledger Accounting
- Journal Entry Posting
- Month-End Closing Management
- SAP Expertise
- Bank Reconciliation
- Payroll Processing
- Financial Analysis
- Fixed Asset Management
- Full-cycle accounting
- IFRS familiarity
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Accountant
L'Oreal
03.2023 - Current
Accountant - Fixed Assets
L'Oreal
08.2022 - 03.2023
Accounting Consultant
Nationwide Industries
12.2021 - 07.2022
Senior Accountant
Lazydays RV of Tampa
07.2016 - 11.2021
Senior Accountant
Forum Fitness Club
04.2014 - 05.2016
Staff Accountant
Quadrille Wallpaper and Fabrics
02.2011 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting -
New Jersey City University
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