Janelle Morales
Miami,FL
Summary
Knowledgeable senior accounting professional offering ten years of experience in financial operations. Strategic business leader, communicator and people manager.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounts Payable Manager
Boyd Richards Parker & Colonelli
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Processed monthly firm related expenses of up to $250,000 for all 5 offices
- Reconciled credit cards monthly of up to $50,000 for all partners and managers across all 5 U.S Offices.
- Reduced payment discrepancies with thorough invoice review, analysis, and reconciliation efforts.
- Reviewed monthly expense reports for accuracy, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiencies.
- Improved vendor relationships through timely payments and clear communication of company policies.
- Implemented internal controls to mitigate risk of fraud, ensuring financial integrity within the organization.
- Facilitated smooth month-end closing processes by completing all necessary journal entries within deadlines.
Accounting Manager
Horr Skipp And Perez
11.2021 - 04.2023
- Managed Accounts Receivables including daily deposits of Trust and Operating accounts
- Managed Accounts Payable including any and all maritime expenses
- Prepared and conducted wire transfers of up to $20 Million for prospective clients
- Increased cash flow by monitoring receivables and collections activities.
- Improved financial reporting accuracy by performing regular account reconciliations, identifying discrepancies, and rectifying errors.
- Reduced processing times for expense reports, ensuring timely reimbursements for employees.
- Improved operational efficiency with the implementation of advanced treasury management systems.
Office Manager
Magnum Enterprises LLC
01.2020 - 11.2021
- Managed scheduling and coordination of all office meetings to ensure smooth operations and minimal conflicts.
- Conducted regular inspections to maintain property standards and address any issues proactively.
- Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Facilitated smooth office operations, managing inventory of office supplies and reordering as necessary.
Accounting Specialist
Rubenstein Law
04.2015 - 01.2020
- Issued up to 700 checks weekly for the Operating and Trust Accounts
- Performed Positive Pay transactions for Operating and Trust accounts
- Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
- Prepared and ensured attorney referral fees have been collected for all offices.
- Deposited up to 30 settlement checks daily and disbursed final payments to clients, attorneys, and medical providers
- Reconciled monthly credit cards for all partners and managers across all Florida offices.
Education
MBA -
Florida International University
Miami, FL12.2021
BA In Public Administration, Criminal Justice -
Florida International University
Miami, FL01.2019
Skills
- Performs well under pressure and excellent with problem solving, prioritizing, multi-tasking and time management
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Mastery of Microsoft Office 365 programs (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, ADP)
- Knowledgeable and efficient in the following programs: Needles; Pc Law, Prolaw, Perfect Law, Matter Expert and Docuware
- Knowledgeable and efficient in using the following web sites: Buycrash; Lexis Nexis and Authorize transactions
- Office management professional
Certification
- Leadership and Management, 2019, Florida International University
- Notary, Active
- Florida Real Estate Sales Associate, 2023, Department of Business and Professional Regulation
Awards
Cum laude
Timeline
Accounts Payable Manager
Boyd Richards Parker & Colonelli
05.2023 - 03.2024
Accounting Manager
Horr Skipp And Perez
11.2021 - 04.2023
Office Manager
Magnum Enterprises LLC
01.2020 - 11.2021
Accounting Specialist
Rubenstein Law
04.2015 - 01.2020
MBA -
Florida International University
BA In Public Administration, Criminal Justice -
Florida International University