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Laura Suarez Cediel

Avon,CO

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Accountant

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail
Vail, CO
06.2022 - Current
  • Direct and supervise the efforts, quality, and timeliness of all aspects of payroll, accounts payable, and general cashiering or other areas as directed by the Assistant Director of Finance and Director of Finance and reconciled discrepancies in accounts and financial documentation.
  • Processed payroll for temporary labor agencies.
  • Managed financial operations, month-end reporting, financial schedules and reconciliations.
  • Reconciled company bank statements, employee expense reports and account ledgers.
  • Managed large amounts of financial data using balance sheets, profit and loss reports and online databases.
  • Adhered to audit standards and requirements by monitoring and improving accounting procedures.
  • Monitored and tracked expenses to keep business on track with financial targets.
  • Assisted with month-end and year-end closings to support accounting system accuracy.
  • Reconciled monthly statements and transactions to keep records accurate and current.
  • Verified, classified, computed, posted and recorded accounts payable data and reconciled daily totals to confirm proper accounting.
  • Analyzed invoice and expense reports, identified variances and researched issues to correct problems and maintain financial compliance.
  • Handled high-volume invoice processing with minimal supervision.
  • Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records.
  • Prepared and updated vendor files, tax documents and insurance information.
  • Worked closely with department personnel to produce accurate and timely bills.
  • Applied mathematical skills to calculate totals, check figures, and correct problems with physical and digital files.
  • Liaised with vendors and customers to confirm information and address client issues.
  • Addressed month-end closing functions for detailed reporting.
  • Designed and created weekly and monthly spending reports.
  • Calculated month-end accrual entries for trade payables.
  • Produced high-quality documents, reports and presentations using Birchstreet.
  • Actively support other department managers with matters dealing with labor standards, payroll, and other issues that may arise.
  • Directed the preparation of tax returns ensuring accuracy and timely filing deadlines are met.
  • Coordinated with external auditors for the annual audit process.
  • Established internal controls by preparing policies and procedures in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
  • Managed budgeting processes for multiple departments or divisions within an organization.
  • Reviewed company payroll and financial statuses.
  • Managed payroll processing for shift personnel.
  • Processed payroll entries, invoices, payments, and deposits.
  • Processed employee payroll using HR software applications.
  • Managed payroll processing and benefits administration activities.
  • Scheduled weekly labor meetings with managers.
  • Reviewed and approved all timesheets and payroll documents prior to submission to the Payroll Department.
  • Resolved discrepancies between timesheets and payroll data.
  • Supervised payroll team, providing guidance and support to ensure timely and accurate payroll execution.
  • Maintained accurate records of all payroll transactions.
  • Oversaw accounts payable and payroll.
  • Reconciled bank accounts associated with payroll disbursements.
  • Analyzed payroll expenses and developed strategies to optimize payroll budget and reduce costs.

HOA Accountant

The Sebastian
Vail, CO
08.2021 - Current
  • Assist owners with all inquiries regarding their HOA dues, property taxes and if needed direct them to the Club Manager.
  • Review rental revenue statements and coordinate with the Sebastian AP person to determine the payment method to use ( Check for most US owners, wire transfer or applied to dues for out of country owners).
  • Ensure to have a the proper documentation: W-9 or W-8 form on file for owners with rental revenue payments and make the corresponding withholding if needed.
  • Issue annual dues invoices for all owners of the Association.
  • Log the checks received, review incoming wires and accurately post the payments in the accounting system.
  • Make cash and checks deposits to the Bank account and monitor the account through online access.
  • Enter vendor invoices received and inter-company invoices and process check payments as needed.
  • Maintain the vendor files and update the information for new vendors.
  • Maintain and update the Capital Expense worksheet for Vail Plaza Association.
  • Reconcile bank accounts of the Vail Plaza Association.
  • Post, track, and reconcile daily ledger postings on Microsoft Dynamics from Opera (property POS system).
  • Respond to Owner billing inquiries and support property collection. efforts.

Tax Preparer

HR&BLOCK
Vail, CO
01.2020 - 05.2021
  • Analyzed information and assessed liabilities and deductions according to relevant tax code.
  • Produced work papers and lead sheets, tax projects and payment estimations.
  • Finalized and processed paperwork with local, state and federal government authorities.
  • Managed deliverables such as tax returns, extensions and tax planning calculations.
  • Collected detailed information and required paperwork from clients to complete tax returns.
  • Conducted financial, asset and liability analysis to reduce clients' tax liabilities.
  • Determined clients' eligibility for tax credits, abatements or deductions through careful research and oversight.

Accounting Manager/Manager of Operations

Happy Feet LTD, DBA Odd Molly Vail
Vail, CO
12.2012 - 09.2020
  • Oversaw general ledgers, accounts receivable and payable, payroll processing and reporting.
  • Compiled budget documents and monitored costs to maintain control systems.
  • Investigated and resolved discrepancies in monthly bank accounts.
  • Monitored all company costs and presented budget forecasts each quarter.
  • Managed financial operations, month-end reporting, financial schedules and reconciliations.
  • Liaised with buyers and sellers to coordinate statements, payment schedules and cost analyses.
  • Updated accounting journals and company general ledger.
  • Supervised accounting tasks, which included accounts payable and receivable, general ledger management and expense reporting oversight.
  • Approved cash disbursements by verifying check amounts against invoices and authorized checks and wire transfers.
  • Oversaw all aspects of monthly financial reporting and payroll preparation.
  • Administered company budget, tracking purchases and other expenses against requirements.
  • Selected, trained, assigned, scheduled and coached employees and communicated job expectations.
  • Collaborated with accounting associates to improve reconciliation processes.
  • Maintained relationships with banks to oversee all aspects of monthly financial reporting.
  • Coded invoices and other records to maintain organized and accurate records.
  • Used Quick books to track all income and expenses for the business.
  • Oversaw reporting and documentation functions covering budget administration, sales tracking and related areas.
  • Reconciled accounts, internal variances and discrepancies with vendors and customers.
  • Processed and paid sales taxes to keep operation compliant with state and federal laws.
  • Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
  • Evaluated and approved contracts, proposals and purchase orders.
  • Handled accounting operations such as updating journal entries, pursuing collections and reconciling accounts.
  • Managed all payroll processing and changes for 30 employees.
  • Calculated and determined accurate monthly revenues by reconciling and reviewing operations databases and accounting system records.

Education

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Colorado Mountain College
Edwards, CA
2022

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

Pontificia Javeriana University
Colombia
2010

BBA - Accounting And Business Management

Colorado Mountain College
Edwards, CO

Skills

  • Analytical problem-solving
  • Staff development
  • Tax consulting and accounting
  • Data gathering and documentation
  • Organizational skills
  • Financial statement review
  • Tax liability management
  • QuickBooks proficiency
  • Accounting operations management
  • Accounts payable and receivable
  • Account reconciliation
  • Record keeping and bookkeeping
  • Payroll administration and activities
  • General ledger accounting
  • Balance sheet preparation
  • Annual Budgeting strategies
  • Fluent in Spanish

Additional Information

Spanish- Native Speaker.

ADP.

On Track.

Microsoft Dynamics.

Avero.

Intuit Point of Sale.

Birch Street.

Opera.

SUN.

Quickbooks.

Preparer Tax Identification Number (PTIN).

Timeline

Staff Accountant

Four Seasons Resort and Residences Vail
06.2022 - Current

HOA Accountant

The Sebastian
08.2021 - Current

Tax Preparer

HR&BLOCK
01.2020 - 05.2021

Accounting Manager/Manager of Operations

Happy Feet LTD, DBA Odd Molly Vail
12.2012 - 09.2020

Associate of Arts - Business Administration

Colorado Mountain College

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government

Pontificia Javeriana University

BBA - Accounting And Business Management

Colorado Mountain College

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