Laceta Cooper
El Paso
Summary
Results-driven finance technician with over 15 years of experience in expense analysis and payroll administration. Adept at supporting audits and improving financial operations, leveraging data management skills to enhance reporting and compliance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Technician
Defense Finance And Accounting Services
El Paso
06.2009 - 05.2025
- Processed financial transactions for military personnel and their families.
- Maintained accurate records of payments and reimbursements.
- Assisted in budget preparation and financial reporting tasks.
- Reviewed and analyzed expense claims for compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve financial discrepancies promptly.
- Utilized accounting software to track and manage financial data effectively.
- Supported audits by gathering necessary documentation and reports.
- Ensured compliance with relevant legislation such as GDPR regulations when processing personal data.
- Maintained fixed asset registers; reconciling additions, disposals and depreciation calculations.
- Performed data entry into accounting software programs to maintain accurate financial records.
- Provided assistance with ad hoc projects relating to finance department operations as required.
- Assisted in budgeting activities including forecasting revenues and expenditures.
- Reviewed internal controls to ensure accuracy of financial information reported on tax returns.
- Analyzed current processes and recommended improvements where necessary to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
- Conducted research on discrepancies between actual results and planned budgets or forecasts.
- Assisted with the preparation of financial reports and documents for review by senior staff members.
- Assisted managers with additional duties during employee absences.
- Provided financial reporting, forecasting and modeling to support management decision-making.
- Performed database entry updates to keep information current.
- Coded invoices to maintain organized and accurate records.
- Greeted customers, answered account questions and resolved complaints.
- Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.
- Created various documents and handled correspondence and memos to assist supervisor.
- Established key relationships with peers throughout company to improve workflows and reduce communication bottlenecks.
- Managed payroll processing, ensuring accurate calculation, compliance, and timely disbursement.
- Implemented and maintained financial management software to streamline financial operations.
- Assisted with financial forecasting and risk analysis to support strategic planning.
- Monitored and recorded company expenses, preparing expense reports for management review.
- Prepared regular financial reports and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
- Assisted in the identification and resolution of financial discrepancies and irregularities.
Teacher, New Testament Survey
Texas Western Jurisdiction Church Of God In Christ
El Paso
03.2016 - 08.2022
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to enhance student participation.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies to improve learning outcomes.
- Organized community events to foster church and school engagement.
- Assessed student performance through regular evaluations and feedback.
- Coordinated educational programs aligned with church values and mission.
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on curriculum objectives.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
- Enforced school rules and regulations in order to maintain an appropriate learning environment for all students.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan lessons that integrate various subject areas into a cohesive unit of study.
- Utilized technology-based learning tools to enhance classroom instruction.
- Engaged students through lecture and discussion, increasing classroom interaction to build inclusive learning environment.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Prepared and graded subject tests for students.
- Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Scheduled tutoring sessions to help students improve grades and gain better grasp course material.
- Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
Education
Associate of Arts - Comprehensive Study of St. Matthew
Blue Bible InstituteSouth Ca
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA04-2024
Master of Arts - Business Management
Webster University
St. Louis, MO08-2013
Graduate Certificate - New Testament Survey
CH Mason Bible College
El Paso, TX09-2002
Graduate Certificate - COGIC History, Polity And Ethos
CH. Mason Bible College
El Paso, TX08-2002
Graduate Certificate - Hermeneutics
CH. Mason Bible College
El Paso, TX07-2002
Graduate Certificate - Homiletics
CH. Mason Bible College
El Paso, TX05-2002
MBA - Business Administration
Webster University
St. Louis, MO05-1999
Bachelor of Science -
University of The State of New York
Albany, NY06-1992
Skills
- Accounting software
- Financial reporting
- Budget preparation
- Expense analysis
- Payroll administration
- Data management
- Project management
- Financial planning
- Yearly reporting
- Monthly reporting
- Skilled in [software]
- Proficient in [software]
- Tax report preparation
- Financial statements
Affiliations
Sunday School
Timeline
Teacher, New Testament Survey
Texas Western Jurisdiction Church Of God In Christ
03.2016 - 08.2022
Finance Technician
Defense Finance And Accounting Services
06.2009 - 05.2025
Associate of Arts - Comprehensive Study of St. Matthew
Blue Bible InstituteSouth Ca
Master of Arts - Business Management
Webster University
Graduate Certificate - New Testament Survey
CH Mason Bible College
Graduate Certificate - COGIC History, Polity And Ethos
CH. Mason Bible College
Graduate Certificate - Hermeneutics
CH. Mason Bible College
Graduate Certificate - Homiletics
CH. Mason Bible College
MBA - Business Administration
Webster University
Bachelor of Science -
University of The State of New York