Kayla Iwahashi
Westminster
Summary
Detail-oriented Accounting Specialist skilled in financial management and business operations. Supports month-end close, maintains accurate records, and manages high-volume accounts payable and receivable transactions across multiple platforms. Collaborates to improve processes, ensure compliance, and enhance scalable accounting operations. Skilled in NetSuite, Coupa, Sage Intacct, Bill.com, ServiceTitan, and Microsoft Excel.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Specialist
Radiant Plumbing Services/Done Service Group
Austin
10.2022 - Current
- Manages full purchase order lifecycle and invoice processing in Coupa and Netsuite, ensuring accurate coding, approvals, and audit compliance
- Partners cross-functionally with controllership team and departmental leaders to improve processes and ensure accurate financial reporting
- Supported month-end close process and reconciled accounts payable and receivable records, facilitating accurate financial reporting
- Manages cash, check, and electronic transactions, maintaining precise records for customer accounts
- Executes weekly payment runs and coordinates disbursements aligned with cash flow priorities
- Provided cross-location support in shared services environment for AP, AR, and month-end functions, enhancing operational continuity
- Maintained vendor records, certificates of insurance, and tax documentation, ensuring compliance with internal controls and reducing audit risks
Accountant
Market Street Management
Denver
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Reviewed and approved invoices for proper coding and documentation, ensuring timely payments and accuracy in financial records
- Managed full-cycle accounts payable and receivable functions, including posting payments and maintaining customer ledgers
- Processed ACH, EFT, credit card, and check payments and maintained accurate accounting records
- Assisted with month-end close activities, compiling and distributing financial reports to all properties for informed decision-making
- Processed employee expense reports in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Resolved vendor and customer inquiries, clarifying discrepancies and enhancing service turnaround by streamlining communication processes
- Maintained accurate and complete records of certificates of insurance, W-9's, and elevator conveyances
Night Audit Supervisor
Marriott's Denver Tech Center
Denver
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Oversaw front desk operations at a busy hotel, facilitating smooth guest check-in and check-out for a 605-room property.
- Processed guest payments for room, food and beverage, and miscellaneous charges, enhancing transaction accuracy and guest satisfaction.
- Recorded, stored, accessed, and analyzed financial data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial protocols.
- Welcomed and warmly acknowledged guests in a courteous and professional manner
- Maintained confidentiality of proprietary information and protected company assets
Manager (Seasonal)
Downing Events
Lakewood
11.2013 - 01.2019
- Coordinated event preparation and management, ensuring smooth operations and positive guest experiences
- Managed staffing for all departments, maintaining productivity levels to meet operational goals
- Trained, directed, and mentored 18 employees, fostering a supportive work environment and enhancing team skills
- Balanced cash drawers, made bank deposits, and input time sheet information into payroll.
- Filled out weekly reports, scanned documents, and maintained accurate records and filing systems
Education
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Psychology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07-2017
Skills
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Invoice processing
- Account reconciliation
- Budget control
- Data analysis
- Process Improvement
- Quality Assurance
- Record management
- Project Coordination
- Client relations
- Performance assessment
- Staff training
- Business Management
Awards
- President's List at Grand Canyon University for all 8 semesters
- Honors College Member at Grand Canyon University for all 8 semesters
- Member of the National Honor Society
- Horatio Alger National Scholar
- Elk's Scholarship Recipient
- High School Valedictorian
Timeline
Accounting Specialist
Radiant Plumbing Services/Done Service Group
10.2022 - Current
Accountant
Market Street Management
03.2021 - 10.2022
Night Audit Supervisor
Marriott's Denver Tech Center
01.2019 - 03.2021
Manager (Seasonal)
Downing Events
11.2013 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Psychology
Grand Canyon University