LECY VILLAPAREDES
Aurora,IL
Summary
Experienced and reliable accounting professional with an Associate Degree in Accounting and over 15 years of hands-on experience in bookkeeping, payroll, financial reports and Accounting Managing. Adept at managing financial records, ST prepare and using software such as QuickBooks (Online-Desktop-Network), Peachtree- (Sage now) and Microsoft Suite. I am seeking to leverage my strong analytical skills and commitment to accuracy in a challenging accounting role that values integrity, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Accounting professional with comprehensive experience in financial management and team leadership. Proven expertise in streamlining accounting processes and enhancing financial reporting accuracy. Known for fostering collaborative environments and adapting to evolving business needs while maintaining high standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Accounting Manager / Office Manager
Orange Cabinetry, Inc.
09.2023 - Current
- As a General Accounting Manager, I manage the company’s daily accounts payable and receivable, and in addition to this also:
- Review QB’s reports, Customer Statements, and customer collections Prepare and file ST-1 sales tax returns and process timely payments.
- Manage workers’ compensation, health insurance, and company insurance policies, including enrollment, renewals, and compliance documentation.
- Reconcile and monitor payroll liabilities, ensuring accurate submissions to federal and state agencies.
- Handle supply procurement for both warehouse and office needs; coordinate with vendors to maintain cost-effective purchasing and consistent inventory.
- Collaborate directly with ownership and external accountant.
- Review QuickBooks reports, generate customer statements, and manage collections to ensure timely receivables and client account accuracy.
- Track employee time and attendance to ensure accurate payroll processing.
- Prepare and process payroll, including verifying hours, calculating wages, managing deductions, and issuing paychecks.
- Handle hiring and contracting of employees, including onboarding, documentation, and coordination with payroll systems.
- Managed financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
- Led the budgeting process, facilitating collaboration across departments for resource allocation.
Bookkeeper (Full-Time / Part-Time
Thompson & Associates
02.2023 - 09.2023
- Provided bookkeeping support to Certified Public Accountants by maintaining accurate financial records for multiple clients across diverse industries.
- Managed full-cycle bookkeeping, including accounts payable/receivable, bank and credit card reconciliations, general ledger entries, payroll processing, certified payroll, and customer service.
- Prepared and organized financial documents for tax filings, audits, and client consultations.
- Proficient in QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, and specialized accounting software used in CPA firm environments.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations while maintaining strict confidentiality and accuracy in all records.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing of invoices and payments.
- Reconciled bank statements and financial records to maintain accuracy in reporting.
Bookkeeper / Office Manager
Myriad Technical Services
01.2021 - 11.2022
- General Bookkeeper using QuickBooks Desktop and processing weekly payroll for in- office and out-of-state employees.
- Office Organization
- Handling out-of-state payroll tax filings.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely processing and accuracy of financial transactions.
- Reconciled bank statements with company records to maintain financial integrity and resolve discrepancies.
Administrative Bookkeeper
MR Consulting
05.2018 - 04.2021
- Managed bookkeeping for six companies across various industries, including consulting, restaurants, construction, and property management, using QuickBooks to maintain accurate financial records.
- Processed weekly payroll, including tips and commissions for more than 20 employees, ensuring timely and accurate employee payments.
- Handled A/R - A/P maintaining up-to-date ledgers and vendor/client records.
- Maintained petty cash accounts and ensured the accuracy of all daily financial transactions.
- Conducted monthly closings and performed bank and financial reconciliations.
- Prepared and recorded bank deposits, submitted tax filings, and generated detailed financial reports.
Education
High School Diploma - Accounting And Finance
Instituto Nacional De Capacitacion
Acarigua, VenezuelaSupplementary Coursework - Accounting and Computer
Wright College of Chicago
Chicago, ILSkills
- Bilingual: English and Spanish
- Computer Proficiency - Extensive proficiency in a wide range of software applications
- QuickBooks (Desktop, Right Networks, Online)
- Third-Party Payroll Systems: ADP, Paychex, Patriot, QuickBooks Payroll, others
- Microsoft 365 Suite
- Google Workspace
- Certified Payroll
- Previous year I worked as an independent bookkeeper, providing accounting services to different types of companies
- Journal entries
- Payroll processing
- Bookkeeping
- Financial reporting
- Bank reconciliation
- AP and AR management
- GAAP understanding
- General ledger accounting
- Invoicing
- Payment collection
- Quickbooks
- Payroll administration
- Accounts receivable management
- GAAP
- Statement review
- ERP systems expertise
- Recruitment and hiring
- AP/AR supervision
- Benefits management
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Proficient in [software program]
- Intuit quickbooks
Accomplishments
Tax Prepare - Notary Public - Certified Payroll
Certification
- Certified Tax Prepared – H&R Block, 2010
- Notary Public
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Accounting Manager / Office Manager
Orange Cabinetry, Inc.
09.2023 - Current
Bookkeeper (Full-Time / Part-Time
Thompson & Associates
02.2023 - 09.2023
Bookkeeper / Office Manager
Myriad Technical Services
01.2021 - 11.2022
Administrative Bookkeeper
MR Consulting
05.2018 - 04.2021
High School Diploma - Accounting And Finance
Instituto Nacional De Capacitacion
Supplementary Coursework - Accounting and Computer
Wright College of Chicago