Katherine Monasterio
Torrance,CA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant
South Bay Children's Health Center
10.2022 - Current
- Participated in internal and external audit processes to establish accurate financial records and comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Executed financial reporting, managing prepaid accounts, schedules, reconciliations, and month-end accruals.
- Maintained fixed asset records and depreciation schedules to establish accurate calculations.
- Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy within Quickbooks.
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding benefits and other HR topics.
- Compiled employee records from individual departments to maintain central files.
- Supported Executive Director in strategic planning sessions focused on organizational development and growth.
- Answered and redirected incoming phone calls for multiple departments.
- Assisted in payroll processing within ADP to ensure timely delivery of paychecks to all employees.
- Assisted with special events; Champions For Children 5k Run/Walk, and 75th Gala.
Project Accountant
Partner Engineering And Science, Inc.
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Coordinate general ledger close for assigned business units, including executing the proper
treatment of financial accrued liabilities, fixed assets and other general accounting transactions. - Review journal entries and account reconciliations on a monthly and yearend basis
- Prepare and maintain schedules and supporting documentation needed for management, internal
and external reporting and internal and external auditor - Project set-ups within Deltek Vision ERP system.
- Coordinate with Project Managers, clients, and other key internal departments to guarantee timely
payments, and responses to inquiry/contract modifications. - Complete monthly project billing.
- Communicate effectively with Project Managers regarding new project contracts and contract
modifications, contract approvals, and any additional services related to revenue generation and
billing. - Maintain project contracts, supplemental agreements, and task work orders.
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Dental Health Services Inc.
09.2017 - 12.2020
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Enhanced cash flow by ensuring timely invoicing, payment application, and account reconciliation within Aldera ERP software.
- Generated monthly accounts receivable reports to submit developments for management review.
- Provided valuable insights into potential areas of improvement within the accounts receivable department based on thorough analysis of trends data from historical transactions.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing prompt, courteous service when addressing billing concerns or inquiries.
- Trained new team members on company policies, Aldera/InstaMed software systems, and effective accounts receivable practices for seamless integration into the role.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by working closely with colleagues across departments to ensure efficient information exchange and collaboration on financial matters.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
No Degree - Accounting And Finance
El Camino College
Torrance, CASkills
- Account reconciliation
- Journal Entries
- Internal / External Audits
- GAAP Accounting Practices
- Payroll
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Customer Service
- ERP Software
- Multitasking and Organization
- Staff Development and Training
- Microsoft Office
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Staff Accountant
South Bay Children's Health Center
10.2022 - Current
Project Accountant
Partner Engineering And Science, Inc.
01.2021 - 10.2022
Accounts Receivable Specialist
Dental Health Services Inc.
09.2017 - 12.2020
No Degree - Accounting And Finance
El Camino College
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