Jennifer Soto
El Paso,TX
Summary
Resourceful Manager offering history of success coordinating and monitoring operations across various departments. Effective leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Highly committed with hardworking mentality to maintain quality of services and products.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Controller / Office Manager – (Contract work)
Cash Management
03.2017 - 09.2023
- Enhanced financial reporting accuracy by streamlining accounting processes and implementing internal controls.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, identifying inefficiencies and reallocating resources to achieve optimal results.
- Streamlined annual audit process, working closely with external auditors to ensure accurate representation of company''s financial position.
- Provided insightful financial analysis to support executive team in making informed business decisions.
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports and income statements.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
- Managed outstanding balance amounts by evaluating reports and determining collection statuses.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable operations for Commercial properties.
- Reviewed contracts financially impacting company and counseled executive leaders on impact contracts would have on company operations.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organizational strategies.
- Increased cash flow by diligently managing accounts receivable and implementing effective collection strategies.
- Ensured timely financial statement preparation, allowing for better decision-making and strategic planning.
Project Manager
Integrity Asset Management
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Coordinated cross-functional teams and resolved conflicts, maintaining a positive work environment throughout the project lifecycle.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing quality materials at competitive prices for efficient use of resources.
- Enhanced overall project success by conducting thorough post-project evaluations and incorporating lessons learned into future efforts.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project outcomes while maintaining costeffectiveness.
- Developed strong relationships with Senior Management through regular communication updates, fostering trust and confidence in the team''s ability to deliver results.
- Effectively managed scope creep by establishing clear boundaries on requested changes while keeping projects aligned with original objectives and budgets.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Coordinated material procurement and required services for projects within budget requirements.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
Accounting Manager
Integrity Asset Management
01.2005 - 01.2014
- Enhanced financial accuracy by implementing streamlined accounting processes and procedures.
- Achieved timely financial reporting through diligent preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by preparing accurate federal, state, and local tax filings on time.
- Implemented efficient budgeting processes to forecast expenses and monitor actual performance against projections.
- Optimized cash flow management through careful analysis of accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory levels, and working capital requirements.
- Conducted detailed variance analyses to identify areas of improvement in financial performance.
- Reviewed analyzed, and improved the overall effectiveness of existing internal controls over financial reporting.
- Led a team of accounting professionals in achieving department goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Streamlined month-end closing procedures resulting in reduced processing time without compromising accuracy or completeness of the reports generated.
- Coordinated efforts between the accounting team and other departments to ensure accuracy in interdepartmental transactions recording and proper cost allocation.
- Facilitated staff development through regular training sessions on new accounting standards, software upgrades, or company-specific policies changes.
- Assisted executive management in making informed business decisions with accurate ad-hoc financial analysis as needed.
- Proactively identified potential issues affecting company''s finances by conducting risk assessments on existing processes or proposed projects.
- Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses.
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve accurate and prompt financial reporting.
- Developed and implemented various procedures to improve accounting process.
- Generated monthly and quarterly financial statements for executive review.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
- Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
- Analyzed and reported on financial data to support business decisions.
- Conducted internal audits to verify accuracy and compliance with applicable standards.
- Monitored budget allocation and expenditures to enforce compliance with company policies.
- Developed and maintained system of internal controls to prevent fraud and abuse.
- Educated accounting team on forecasting, financial statuses and financial strategies to assist in annual budget creation.
- Checked payroll, vendor payments, commissions and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Utilized financial software to prepare consolidated financial statements.
- Established internal audit procedures to validate and improve accuracy of financial reporting.
- Implemented and regularly reviewed financial controls to generate accurate and reliable financial data.
- Established and checked coding procedures, monitored reports and updated internal files.
- Prepared cash flow projections, cost analysis and monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
- Improved overall financial reporting by streamlining control processes and reporting structures.
- Conducted financial due diligence on potential investments and acquisitions.
- Reviewed historical records, current operational data and forecasting information to identify and capitalize on system enhancement opportunities.
Accounts Payable clerk
Integrity Asset Management
01.2003 - 01.2005
- Streamlined invoice processing by implementing efficient filing and tracking systems.
- Reduced late payment penalties by closely monitoring due dates and managing timely payments.
- Maintained accurate financial records by regularly reconciling accounts payable transactions.
- Enhanced department efficiency with the implementation of digital document management tools for faster invoice retrieval.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve discrepancies in invoices or purchase orders, promoting smooth business operations.
- Trained new team members on accounts payable processes, fostering a productive work environment.
- Supported cash flow management initiatives by scheduling strategic payment batches according to priority levels.
- Prepared comprehensive monthly reports detailing outstanding payables, providing valuable insights for decision-making processes.
- Assisted in software migration projects, contributing to seamless transitions for Accounts Payable operations.
- Demonstrated adaptability during peak workload periods while maintaining high-quality results and meeting tight deadlines.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Updated accounting ledgers and journals to balance statements and maintain consistent records.
- Documented petty cash transactions in petty cash journal to summarize payments rendered, maintaining accurate records.
- Stored office and client records on secured server to prevent data losses, conducting regular backups.
- Studied past records to detect duplicate statements and fraud, avoiding penalties for non-compliance.
- Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
- Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Supported management by processing invoices and documents with consistent on-time delivery.
- Reduced financial discrepancies, effectively reconciling bank accounts and organizing information into accounting software.
- Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
- Presented audit findings to accounting manager after reviewing results and paperwork.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Did Not Complete
EPCC And UTEP
El Paso, TXSkills
- Analytical
- Problem Solver
- Adaptable
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork
- Creative
- Leadership
- Project Manager
- Management
- Communication
Personal Information
Title: Accounting Manager
Training
- Productivity in the work place
- Customer Service skills
- Being an effective leader
- How to maintain motivation in the work place
- About operations and expectations
- How to affectively handle confrontation in the work place
Timeline
Controller / Office Manager – (Contract work)
Cash Management
03.2017 - 09.2023
Project Manager
Integrity Asset Management
01.2014 - 01.2017
Accounting Manager
Integrity Asset Management
01.2005 - 01.2014
Accounts Payable clerk
Integrity Asset Management
01.2003 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Did Not Complete
EPCC And UTEP
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