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Joel Fagundes

Santa Paula,CA

Summary

Results-oriented professional with several years of experience in accounting, financial analysis, and audit-related settings. Quick and eager learner with acute attention to detail and a consistent track record of identifying process improvements to drive quality, accuracy, and efficiency.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Revenue Accountant

The Trade Desk
Ventura, California
06.2024 - 07.2025
  • Performed month-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, accruals.
  • Reviewed contracts and determined appropriate treatment for revenue recognition purposes.
  • Conducted variance analyses between budget and actual results for revenue accounts.
  • Evaluated existing processes for effectiveness and recommended improvements as needed.
  • Assisted in audit preparation by providing necessary documents to external auditors.
  • Analyzed files and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.

Senior Staff Accountant

Consumer 2.0 DBA Rently
Camarillo, California
07.2021 - 06.2024
  • Managed month-end close process including journal entries, accruals, and bank reconciliations.
  • Reviewed contracts for potential risks associated with financial reporting obligations.
  • Evaluated existing processes for efficiency improvements and implemented changes as needed.
  • Collaborated with management on special projects related to forecasting future expenses.
  • Provided technical accounting guidance to other departments regarding proper GAAP treatments.
  • Conducted monthly account reconciliations to ensure accuracy of financial statements.
  • Analyzed files and accounts for discrepancies and resolved variances.
  • Assisted in audit preparation by providing necessary documents to external auditors.

Bookkeeper

Below Magid Construction
Santa Barbara, California
03.2020 - 12.2020
  • Generated invoices for clients and tracked payments received from customers.
  • Managed payroll processing for staff members.
  • Resolved billing discrepancies with vendors or customers promptly.
  • Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions.
  • Assisted with the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
  • Conducted monthly bank reconciliations.
  • Reviewed employee expense reports for compliance with company policies.
  • Handled sensitive financial information with confidentiality and integrity.
  • Assisted in budget preparation, tracking expenses against forecasts.

Accounts Payable Analyst

Haas Automation
Oxnard, California
05.2019 - 03.2020
  • Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as Purchasing and Receiving in resolving invoice discrepancies.
  • Prepared checks for signature according to established policies and procedures.
  • Analyzed discrepancies between vendor statements and company records to identify errors or missing information.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with vendors by providing prompt resolution of invoice issues.
  • Processed high volume of vendor invoices and payments in a timely manner.
  • Prepared and processed electronic transfers and payments.
  • Utilized accounting software for invoice processing and financial management.

Accounts Payable Analyst

Harris Ranch Inn & Restaurant
Coalinga, California
05.2017 - 04.2019
  • Reconciled accounts payable ledgers against general ledger accounts on a monthly basis.
  • Reviewed invoices for accuracy and completeness prior to payment processing.
  • Participated in special projects as assigned by supervisor or manager.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as Purchasing and Receiving in resolving invoice discrepancies.
  • Prepared checks for signature according to established policies and procedures.
  • Analyzed discrepancies between vendor statements and company records to identify errors or missing information.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with vendors by providing prompt resolution of invoice issues.
  • Assisted with month-end closing activities such as preparing journal entries, reconciliations and accruals.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

California State University, Channel Islands
Camarillo, CA
05-2017

Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management

Westhills Community College
Lemoore, CA
05-2015

Skills

  • Revenue recognition
  • GAAP compliance
  • Financial statement analysis
  • Variance analysis
  • Month-end closing
  • Process improvement
  • Contract review
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Revenue Accountant

The Trade Desk
06.2024 - 07.2025

Senior Staff Accountant

Consumer 2.0 DBA Rently
07.2021 - 06.2024

Bookkeeper

Below Magid Construction
03.2020 - 12.2020

Accounts Payable Analyst

Haas Automation
05.2019 - 03.2020

Accounts Payable Analyst

Harris Ranch Inn & Restaurant
05.2017 - 04.2019

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

California State University, Channel Islands

Associate of Science - Business Administration And Management

Westhills Community College