Heather Barrios
Fort Lauderdale
Summary
Dynamic financial leader with extensive experience in managing dealership operations. Skilled in overseeing accounting processes, training teams, and ensuring compliance through effective internal controls. Committed to delivering accurate financial reporting and reducing risks.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller
Lincoln of Coconut Creek
Coconut Creek
02.2022 - Current
- Manage the financial operations for the dealership.
- Ensured financial reporting met compliance standards for accuracy.
- Managed financial reporting and budgeting processes to support strategic decision-making for the organization.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable functions, ensuring accurate financial records and timely transactions.
- Implemented internal controls to enhance compliance and reduce risks.
- Assisted in preparing annual audits and liaised with external auditors.
- Monitored accounts receivable and payable activity to ensure proper reconciliation of accounts.
- Served as primary contact for external auditors throughout year-end audit process.
- Oversaw month-end closing process, prepared financial statements and managed advanced reconciliations.
- Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts while performing complex accounting functions, including journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation, and quarterly financial statement preparation.
Assistant Controller/Office Manager
Phil Smith Cheverolet
Lauderhill
03.2004 - 01.2022
- Oversaw month-end closing process, prepared financial statements and managed advanced reconciliations.
- Reviewed payroll, accounts payable, and receivable, facilitating timely processing and compliance.
- Reviewed journal entries for accuracy and completeness.
- Trained accounting staff on best practices and software usage for efficiency.
- Provided support during audits, enhancing transparency and accuracy of financial operations.
- Managed office operations, ensuring structured workflow aligned with organizational goals.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting And Finance
University of Phoenix
PlantationSkills
- Financial reporting
- Budget management
- Internal controls
- Audit preparation
- Account reconciliation
- Accounting software
- Reynolds & Reynolds/Ignite
Timeline
Controller
Lincoln of Coconut Creek
02.2022 - Current
Assistant Controller/Office Manager
Phil Smith Cheverolet
03.2004 - 01.2022
Some College (No Degree) - Accounting And Finance
University of Phoenix