Laila Fermin
Kissimmee,Florida
Summary
Accounting professional with 11 years of experience managing financial operations for non-profit organizations and a private school. Expertise in nonprofit accounting and grant management. Recognized for delivering accurate financial reports and streamlining processes to improve organizational efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounting Manager
IBCK DBA IBCK Educational Center
Kissimmee, Florida
08.2014 - Current
- Prepared and managed annual budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with organizational goals
- Generated and analyzed financial reports and budget-to-actual comparisons to ensure compliance with contracts and organizational policies
- Prepared and analyzed monthly financial statements, providing strategic financial advice to the board of directors
- Improved financial reporting and contributed to the development of internal policies and procedures
- Maintained the general ledger and ensured accurate setup of new accounts
- Reconciled general ledger accounts and maintained comprehensive financial records
- Reviewed expenditures for compliance with budgetary limits tied to purchase orders and contracts
- Managed accounts receivable and payable, enhancing financial accuracy and strengthening internal controls
- Verified and processed wires, deposits, remittances, and other financial transactions in accordance with internal controls
- Managed payroll processing, including tax withholdings, employee benefits, onboarding, and regulatory compliance
- Conducted pre-audit assessments to identify inconsistencies and areas for improvement
- Provided audit support through detailed recordkeeping, report preparation, and reconciliations
- Collaborated with external auditors during annual audits to ensure transparency and favorable audit outcomes
- Filed required federal, state, and local tax forms, maintaining full compliance with applicable regulations
- Managed grant accounting, scholarship funds, and donor-restricted funds, ensuring compliance with funding restrictions and reporting requirements
- Collaborated with software vendors and IT departments to enhance accounting systems, update financial forms, and streamline workflows
- Facilitated internal training on accounting practices, promoting organizational compliance and staff development
- Delivered professional customer service and provided guidance on financial procedures to internal stakeholders and departments
Education
Master’s degree - Accounting
University of Ana G Mendez
Orlando, Florida06.2011
Bachelor’s degree - Finance
University of Puerto Rico
Carolina, Puerto Rico06.2006
Skills
- Bilingual (Spanish -English)
- Adaptability
- Ethical decision-making
- Transparency
- Auditing
- Internal Controls
- Attention to detail
- Training
- Supervision
Certification
- CPA Candidate – Approved for Exam, 11/24
- QuickBooks Online Advanced Certification, 09/24
- QuickBooks Online Payroll Certification, 12/23
- Intuit Bookkeeper Certification, 12/23
Timeline
Accounting Manager
IBCK DBA IBCK Educational Center
08.2014 - Current
Master’s degree - Accounting
University of Ana G Mendez
Bachelor’s degree - Finance
University of Puerto Rico
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