KIMBERLY J. VALDES
PEMBROKE PINES,FL
Summary
Motivated accounting professional with experience in finance and accounting operations, supported by advanced training in data analytics. Skilled in financial reporting, reconciliation, and maintaining accuracy while supporting business objectives through data-driven insights. Currently pursuing CPA licensure in Florida and seeking an opportunity to contribute strong organizational, technical, and problem-solving abilities in a dynamic accounting role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Accountant
SafetyPay U.S.A.
Miami, FL
10.2019 - 07.2020
- Led full-cycle accounting setup for SafetyPay Costa Rica, establishing financial records and operational workflows.
- Recorded and maintained accurate journal entries for U.S. entities in compliance with internal controls.
- Performed daily bank reconciliations, ensuring timely identification and resolution of discrepancies.
- Prepared monthly and year-end financial statements to support executive decision-making and regulatory requirements.
- Conducted intercompany reconciliations across eight international subsidiaries, strengthening financial accuracy and cross-border alignment.
Tax Associate
B.D.O. U.S.A.
Miami, FL
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Prepared federal and state tax returns for partnerships, corporations (C- and S-corps), trusts, and high-net-worth individuals.
- Developed comprehensive workpapers with supporting calculations to enhance audit readiness and review efficiency.
- Imported and mapped trial balances into GoSystems, improving data accuracy for filings.
- Resolved software diagnostics and validation issues to ensure timely submission deadlines.
- Managed multiple client engagements simultaneously while tracking billable hours and maintaining budget targets.
Accounting Assistant
Secured Investment Corp.
Coeur d’Alene, ID
03.2017 - 05.2018
- Supported daily accounting operations, including bookkeeping within QuickBooks.
- Generated cash flow reports and weekly sales analyses to provide leadership with real-time financial visibility.
- Posted month-end journal entries for payroll and commissions, contributing to accurate financial close processes.
- Produced event-based profit and loss statements for quarterly management reviews.
- Responsible for accounts payable and receivable, corporate cards, petty cash, and employee per diem distributions.
Education
Master of Science - Accounting
University of Connecticut
05-2025
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of Central Florida
12-2013
Skills
- Account reconciliation
- General ledger accounting
- Bookkeeping
- Payroll
- Monthly journal entries
- Accounts receivable
- Accounts payable
- Journal entry preparation
- Monthly / quarterly / year-end reports
- Financial statement preparation
Honors & Activities
Founder, Fundraiser for an Underprivileged School - Dominican Republic | 2022, GoFundMe Learning & Education Grant Recipient | 2022, President’s List, U.C.F. - Achieved 4.0 G.P.A. 2+ semesters | 2010-2013, Deans List, U.C.F. - Achieved 3.5+ G.P.A. 2+ semesters | 2010-2013, Bright Futures Scholarship Recipient - Florida Medallion Scholars | 2010
Timeline
Staff Accountant
SafetyPay U.S.A.
10.2019 - 07.2020
Tax Associate
B.D.O. U.S.A.
01.2019 - 04.2019
Accounting Assistant
Secured Investment Corp.
03.2017 - 05.2018
Master of Science - Accounting
University of Connecticut
Bachelor of Science - Finance
University of Central Florida