Juan Escamilla
Escondido,CA
Summary
Results-driven Accounts Payable professional with over 9 years of experience in invoice processing and account reconciliation. Known for strong attention to detail and organizational skills, consistently enhancing payment processes and fostering vendor relationships to ensure compliance and efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Administrator
HMT USA LLC
Escondido, CA
10.2016 - Current
- Processed vendor invoices accurately and efficiently to ensure timely payments.
- Reconciled accounts payable transactions, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues promptly.
- Maintained organized records of all financial transactions and vendor communications.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to streamline payment processes and improve efficiency.
- Assisted in month-end closing activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced processing time for invoices by optimizing workflows.
- Reconciled vendor statements monthly, identifying errors and resolving discrepancies promptly.
- Prepared weekly check runs for approved invoices, delivering accurate payments to vendors on time.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring timely completion of financial statements.
- Communicated with other departments to verify purchases.
- Entered purchase orders, invoices and payments into company accounting system.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, facilitating open communication for effective issue resolution.
- Proactively identified opportunities for process improvements within the Accounts Payable department.
- Maintained internal controls through adherence to company policies and procedures surrounding invoice processing.
- Reconciled invoices and purchase orders and updated databases accordingly.
- Maintained accurate financial records with diligent data entry of invoices and expense reports.
- Facilitated timely approvals of invoices by proactively communicating with department managers regarding outstanding items awaiting approval or clarification.
- Ensured compliance with tax regulations by accurately coding 1099s for contractor payments.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
Tax Preparer
Liberty Tax Service
Escondido, CA
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Prepared individual and business tax returns using software applications to ensure compliance with IRS regulations.
- Reviewed financial documents for accuracy, identifying discrepancies to minimize client liabilities.
- Assisted clients in understanding tax obligations, providing clear explanations of processes and requirements.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline tax preparation processes, enhancing workflow efficiency.
Inventory Supervisor/Team Leader
RGIS Inventory Services
San Diego, CA
07.2013 - 09.2016
- Supervised inventory audits ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on best practices for efficient stock management.
- Implemented process improvements reducing discrepancies in inventory records.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to streamline inventory tracking systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
San Diego State University
San Diego, CASkills
- Accounts payable software
- Credit card transaction auditing
- Accounts payable processing
- Supplier relationship management
- Invoice reconciliation
- Accurate invoice coding
- General ledger maintenance
- Statement reconciliation
- Strong attention to detail
- Proficient in managing multiple tasks
- Consistent reliability
- Strong organizational abilities
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Tax Preparer
Liberty Tax Service
01.2017 - 12.2020
Accounts Payable Administrator
HMT USA LLC
10.2016 - Current
Inventory Supervisor/Team Leader
RGIS Inventory Services
07.2013 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
San Diego State University