LAURA GARCIA
Summary
Seasoned Human Resources Director with substantial experience in developing effective HR strategies and managing comprehensive personnel processes. Skilled in talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, and compliance with labor laws. Successfully implemented innovative recruitment campaigns and streamlined HR operations to enhance organizational efficiency. Demonstrated ability in fostering positive workplace environments and facilitating productive team dynamics. Versatile and driven with a reputable track record and expertise in finance, with a track record in managing comprehensive financial processes. Strengths include streamlining operations, implementing robust financial systems, and fostering cross-functional teams for optimal productivity. Previous roles involved refining accounting procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Demonstrated an ability to positively impact corporate financial health through strategic oversight and proactive problem-solving.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Human Resources and Finance
American Guard Sevices
Gardena, CA
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Managed recruitment, selection, onboarding and training processes for new employees.
- Reviewed employee benefits packages and designed programs to maximize employee satisfaction with compensation plans.
- Created job descriptions and evaluated job classifications to ensure fair pay practices.
- Analyzed employee performance data to identify areas of improvement and develop strategies for advancement.
- Monitored employee attendance records to ensure adherence to company policy.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and developments in the field of human resources management.
- Conducted exit interviews with departing employees to identify areas of improvement in the organization's HR management system.
- Provided guidance on complex labor issues including discrimination, harassment, disability accommodations, leaves of absence.
- Oversaw payroll processing functions to ensure accuracy of payments made to employees.
- Prepared reports on personnel activity including hiring trends, staff turnover rates, and other relevant metrics.
- Developed and implemented human resources policies and procedures.
- Collaborated closely with department heads on strategic planning initiatives related to workforce optimization.
- Monitored compliance with federal and state regulations regarding employment standards such as minimum wage requirements.
- Developed user-friendly employee handbook for easier updating and maintenance.
- Worked with department managers to assess needs.
- Aligned HR policies with federal and local regulations.
- Performed detailed variance analyses between actual results versus budget and forecast estimates.
- Developed and implemented effective internal control systems to ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies and procedures.
- Served as primary contact for external auditors throughout year-end audit process.
- Coordinated month-end closing process in order to meet tight deadlines.
- Reviewed journal entries for accuracy and completeness.
- Assisted in developing best practices for overall corporate governance processes and procedures.
- Maintained general ledger integrity through review of account balances and transactions ensuring accuracy of information reported in the financial statements.
- Maintained general ledger and chart of accounts, performed complex accounting functions such as journal entry preparation, account analysis, balance sheet reconciliation and preparation of quarterly financial statements.
- Oversaw month-end closing process, prepared financial statements and managed advanced reconciliations.
- Monitored accounting, payroll and financial reporting activities.
- Managed AP and AR operations, coordinating staff workflows and reviewing completed work to reduce errors.
Director of Human Resources and Finance
Laundry Los Angeles INC
Bell Gardens, CA
02.2020 - 03.2023
- Developed and implemented human resources policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Monitored employee attendance records to ensure adherence to company policies.
- Drafted job descriptions and prepared job postings for open positions.
- Managed employee benefits programs, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and vacation time.
- Oversaw payroll processing and conducted wage surveys to ensure competitive compensation packages.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategies that would increase employee engagement levels.
- Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets related to staffing needs.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws by monitoring changes in regulations related to human resources management.
- Coached staff on best practices for managing finances including budgeting techniques, expense tracking methods.
- Ensured that all tax filings were completed accurately and on time according to federal state regulations.
- Developed and implemented annual financial plans and budgets.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for services such as banking relationships or technology solutions.
- Monitored cash flow, prepared monthly financial statements, and analyzed trends to ensure appropriate use of funds.
- Served as primary contact for external auditors throughout year-end audit process.
- Coordinated month-end closing process in order to meet tight deadlines.
- Maintained general ledger integrity through review of account balances and transactions ensuring accuracy of information reported in the financial statements.
- Monitored accounting, payroll and financial reporting activities.
- Oversaw financial reporting, accounts payable and receivable, asset coordination, account management and budgets.
- Managed AP and AR operations, coordinating staff workflows and reviewing completed work to reduce errors.
- Produced financial reports and audit documentation to facilitate internal and external auditing.
- Developed complex P&L reports to inform stakeholders.
- Led annual financial audit and preparation of support for audited financial statements.
- Used US GAAP to shape technical accounting policies and procedures.
- Improved billing and month-end reporting processes.
- Managed day-to-day finance operations by working closely with accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll staff to provide direction.
Controller
Classical Silk Inc/ Manufashion Inc/ Ez Frabrics
Los Angeles, CA
06.2015 - 02.2020
- Developed and implemented effective internal control systems to ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies and procedures.
- Reviewed journal entries for accuracy and completeness.
- Oversaw daily activities of staff members including hiring, training and evaluating personnel performance.
- Developed strategies to improve profitability by analyzing current trends in revenue and expenses.
- Prepared consolidated financial statements at period end close including balance sheet reconciliations.
- Monitored accounting, payroll and financial reporting activities.
- Oversaw month-end closing process, prepared financial statements and managed advanced reconciliations.
- Implemented multiple software conversions, desktop setup, and staff training.
- Developed complex P&L reports to inform stakeholders.
- Led annual financial audit and preparation of support for audited financial statements.
- Used US GAAP to shape technical accounting policies and procedures.
- Managed accounting, payroll, and financial reporting activities.
- Developed and implemented human resources policies and procedures.
- Collaborated closely with department heads on strategic planning initiatives related to workforce optimization.
- Assured benefits program was administered properly sustain compliance with employee insurance guidelines.
- Administered workers' compensation program covering injured employees.
- Negotiated collective bargaining agreements with labor unions by highlighting company profit and operational outcomes.
- Created and implemented employee retention strategies.
Accounting Manager
Oseguera Trucking
Los Angeles, CA
09.2010 - 11.2017
- Maintained accurate records of payroll information including wages, deductions, bonuses.
- Monitored cash flow, prepared bank reconciliations, and managed accounts payable and receivable functions.
- Reviewed general ledger accounts for accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
- Prepared financial statements and reports for management review.
- Reconciled daily cash receipts with bank deposits.
- Reviewed all incoming payments for accuracy before posting them into the general ledger system.
- Assisted in month-end closing activities such as preparing journal entries, reconciling accounts, and creating financial reports.
- Processed payroll information accurately within specified deadlines.
- Prepared payroll records for all personnel changes.
- Monitored internal controls over payroll functions.
- Processed payroll information on a weekly basis.
- Collaborated with vendors, suppliers and staff members across departments to resolve any issues that arose.
Controller
Naerok Property Management
Los Angeles, CA
06.2013 - 01.2015
- Performed general accounting functions involving general ledger activity, accounts receivable, accounts payables and payroll.
- Provided senior management with timely and reliable financial reports.
- Assisted with tax filings and audit, by working with external auditors.
- served as first point of contact and handled all administrative duties.
- Performed account analysis and reconciliations, including bank statements and inter-company general ledger accounts.
- Entered data into accounting software programs such as QuickBooks or Sage 50 Accounting Software.
- Provided support to upper management with special projects related to finance or accounting processes.
- Developed procedures for more efficient workflow in accounting department.
- Answered questions from customers regarding their billing or payment status.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements and reports.
- Prepared daily cash flow statements for management review.
- Checked figures and postings for correct entry and proper codes.
- Reconciled expenses and financial records.
- Supervised the payroll process for employees.
- Prepared weekly timesheets for payroll processing purposes.
- Utilized payroll records to document job costing data and contributed expertise to bi-weekly payroll processing.
- Collaborated with payroll personnel to ensure timely and accurate processing of payroll data changes.
- Reconciled bank accounts associated with payroll disbursements.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
California State University, Long Beach
Long Beach, CA05-2011
Skills
- Employee training
- Recruitment strategies
- Performance analysis
- Payroll administration
- Employee benefits management
- Regulatory compliance
- Financial reporting
- Budget management
- Strategic planning
- Payroll management
- Cash flow management
- Human resources management
- GAAP
- Financial management
- Preparing financial statements
- ERP systems expertise
- Cash flow forecasting
- AP/AR invoicing
- Payment disbursement
- GAAP compliance
- Month-end closing
- Statement reconciliation
ERP
- QuickBooks
- Sage
- Netsuite
- Peachtree
- Microsoft Office
Timeline
Director of Human Resources and Finance
American Guard Sevices
04.2023 - 03.2024
Director of Human Resources and Finance
Laundry Los Angeles INC
02.2020 - 03.2023
Controller
Classical Silk Inc/ Manufashion Inc/ Ez Frabrics
06.2015 - 02.2020
Controller
Naerok Property Management
06.2013 - 01.2015
Accounting Manager
Oseguera Trucking
09.2010 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
California State University, Long Beach
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