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Joe Lopez-Ferrer

N Las Vegas,Nevada

Summary

Experienced [Job Title] with [Number] years of experience providing administrative, clerical and project support to accounting departments. Enterprising, cost-driven and well-organized with good project management skills. Sophisticated understanding of accounting systems and procedures. Motivated Assistant Accountant focused on maintaining accurate, compliant records and controls. Responsive to dynamic operating conditions. Detail-oriented and methodical with excellent mathematical skills, GAAP expertise and IFRS knowledge. Seasoned Financial Management professional with proven expertise in accounting processes, systems oversight and compliance reporting. Knowledgeable about AP/AR, contract administration, budgeting and all other aspects of successful financial operations. Talented team builder and supervisor with expertise to develop and maintain consistent, accurate, and legal accounting structures. [Job Title] and dedicated team player experienced in overseeing operations of individual and multi-unit facilities. Develops successful programs to improve profitability. Seeking new position with exciting challenges where great skills in [Skill] and [Skill] will be valued. Versatile [Job Title] adept in financial analysis, audit support, account reconciliations and collections. Proficient in preparing financial statements, monitoring controls and completing closings. Highly detail-oriented, proactive and diligent. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Work History

Accounting Supervisor

Angle Engineering Inc
Las Vegas, NV
01012005 - 01.2024
  • Verified and posted account transactions to prepare checks and maintain accounting ledgers.
  • Prepared monthly management and financial reports and handled annual budget preparation and year-end reconciliations.
  • Investigated discrepancies in financial data and prepared corrective journal entries.
  • Prepared monthly balance sheet reconciliations for review by management.
  • Managed day-to-day bookkeeping activities such as invoicing customers, reconciling bank accounts, recording deposits and withdrawals.
  • Selected, trained, assigned, scheduled and coached employees and communicated job expectations.
  • Developed and maintained accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
  • Reviewed and reconciled discrepancies in accounts and financial documentation.
  • Reviewed financial reports for accuracy and compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Maintained up-to-date records of all transactions related to accounts receivable and payable.
  • Approved ledger entries by auditing transactions.
  • Oversaw accounts payable and receivable processes for accuracy and timeliness of payments.
  • Approved cash disbursements by verifying check amounts against invoices and authorized checks and wire transfers.
  • Monitored cash flow and prepared budget forecasts to ensure sufficient liquidity.
  • Collaborated with external auditors during year end audits to provide necessary information for filing taxes accurately.
  • Provided guidance to staff on accounting issues such as tax regulations, expense reporting guidelines.
  • Assisted with the annual audit process by providing account analysis, schedules, and other requested documents.
  • Reconciled intercompany balances with subsidiaries on a monthly basis.
  • Implemented new accounting systems to streamline workflow processes and increase efficiency.
  • Analyzed income statements to identify cost savings opportunities or areas of improvement within the company's operations.
  • Developed business plans to improve organizational efficiency and profitability.
  • Coordinated payroll activities including employee time tracking and payroll processing services.
  • Assessed accuracy, completeness and integrity of corporate financial records.
  • Supported annual audits by providing information and answers to auditors.
  • Performed in-depth analysis of business operations, trends and obligations to complete accurate projections.
  • Tracked fixed assets including purchase dates and costs; calculated depreciation amounts and recorded disposals.
  • Conducted special projects related to budgeting and forecasting when needed.
  • Contributed financial information to strategic plans and reviews and implemented production, productivity, quality and customer-service standards.
  • Created financial models in Excel to project future trends in revenue, expenses, capital expenditures.
  • Ensured compliance with all federal, state and local laws regarding taxation and reporting requirements.
  • Represented clients in interaction with tax authorities and provided knowledgeable litigation support to resolve financial issues.
  • Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
  • Created and updated financial reports on frequent basis to present information to leadership teams.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Recommended new financial and accounting software packages. replacing various non-integrated offerings.
  • Coordinated preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting.
  • Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
  • Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
  • Built financial models to allocate resources, forecast cash and investment needs and make capital budgeting decisions.
  • Created financial management mechanisms to minimize financial risk to business.
  • Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.
  • Communicated with stockholders or other investors to provide information or raise capital.

Accounting Manager

Unlimited Holdings LLC
Las Vegas, NV
06011996 - 01012005
  • Supervised accounting tasks, which included accounts payable and receivable, general ledger management and expense reporting oversight.
  • Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
  • Monitored cash flow, prepared bank reconciliations, and managed accounts payable and receivable functions.
  • Ensured timely payment of invoices from vendors or suppliers according to contractual agreements.
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.
  • Verified and posted account transactions to prepare checks and maintain accounting ledgers.
  • Evaluated and approved billing invoices and expense reports to monitor and ensure cash flow and cost containment.
  • Identified areas of improvement in the existing accounting system and recommended changes accordingly.
  • Handled accounting operations such as updating journal entries, pursuing collections and reconciling accounts.
  • Managed payroll processing and changes for [Number] employees.
  • Maintained accurate records of payroll information including wages, deductions, bonuses.
  • Tracked expenses and revenues against budgets and forecasts and reported variances.
  • Developed and implemented effective accounting policies and procedures.
  • Reconciled and reviewed operations databases and accounting system records to calculate and determine accurate monthly revenues.
  • Managed a team of accountants to ensure accuracy of all financial transactions.
  • Developed budgets, prepared forecasts and monitored financial deadlines.
  • Coordinated external audits by providing required documents on time.
  • Developed and implemented departmental accounting policies, procedures and processes to establish and standardize accounting best practices.
  • Reviewed general ledger accounts for accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
  • Conducted regular reviews of existing processes and procedures and suggest improvements when necessary.
  • Collaborated with finance and accounting departments to deliver comprehensive financial information to facilitate decision making for management, stakeholders and parent company.
  • Researched complex accounting issues and provided solutions to management team.
  • Oversaw cash flow, controlled costs and financial matters.
  • Provided guidance on taxes such as income tax returns, sales tax returns.
  • Analyzed financial data, identified trends, and developed strategies to improve profitability.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures across the organization's accounting operations.
  • Produced accurate and compliant financial statements, reports, documentation and budget frameworks.
  • Collaborated with different departments regarding their budget requirements.
  • Evaluated internal control systems to ensure adherence to corporate policies and procedures.
  • Delivered actionable recommendations to enhance strategic direction and day-to-day accounting operations.
  • Planned, directed and monitored regulatory operations, tax reporting and audit compliance.
  • Participated in meetings with stakeholders to discuss company's financial performance.
  • Created reports summarizing current financial status by collecting analyzing and presenting key data points.
  • Directed over [Number] accounting and payroll employees while preparing and reconciling tax returns and accounts.
  • Gathered data and uncovered fraud, embezzlement, or liabilities during auditing procedures.
  • Advised senior management on potential investments or other finance related matters.
  • Assisted in developing budgeting processes for improved forecasting accuracy.
  • Evaluated and approved contracts, proposals and purchase orders.
  • Enhanced change management initiatives by leveraging accounting knowledge and coordinating [Type] statements and [Type] transactions.
  • Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
  • Checked payroll, vendor payments and other accounting disbursements for accuracy and compliance.
  • Managed relationships with tax authorities, bankers and auditors.
  • Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.
  • Created and updated financial reports on frequent basis to present information to leadership teams.
  • Coordinated preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting.
  • Maintained regular performance appraisals for subordinates through verbal, written and on-going review programs.
  • Created financial management mechanisms to minimize financial risk to business.
  • Conducted reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities.
  • Analyzed actual financial results to budget, preparing variance reporting to functional groups.
  • Communicated with stockholders or other investors to provide information or raise capital.
  • Recommended new financial and accounting software packages. replacing various non-integrated offerings.
  • Coordinated approval or rejection of lines of credit or commercial, real estate or personal loans.
  • Invested funds and recommended appropriate dividend issuances based on historical dividend patterns and expected cash flows.

Education

Associate of Science -

College Of Souther Nevada
Las Vegas, NV

Skills

  • Budget Management
  • Financial Auditing
  • Financial Auditing Procedures
  • Budget Development
  • Forecasting
  • Financial Statement Preparation
  • Expense Tracking
  • Bank Reconciliation
  • Financial Reporting Systems Maintenance
  • Variance Analysis
  • Debt Management
  • General Ledger Maintenance
  • Auditing Procedures
  • Cost Accounting
  • Payroll Processing
  • Internal Controls
  • Process Management
  • Operational Reporting
  • Financial Resource Management
  • Data Analysis
  • Compliance Assessment
  • Staff Recruitment and Hiring

Timeline

Accounting Supervisor

Angle Engineering Inc
01012005 - 01.2024

Accounting Manager

Unlimited Holdings LLC
06011996 - 01012005

Associate of Science -

College Of Souther Nevada

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