Lilia Chavez
Lime and Salt Taco Bar
ELLICOTT CITY,MD
1
Language
29
years of professional experience
Detail-oriented Accounting Manager experienced in financial statement preparation, month-end close, bank reconciliation, and payroll management. Delivered accurate financial reporting and cost control analysis through effective use of QuickBooks and problem-solving skills. Committed to advancing organizational objectives and contributing to team success.
Work History
Accounting Manager
4 Years 5 Months- Led month-end close, preparing accurate financial statements and restaurant performance reports.
- Managed accounts payable, accounts receivable, and vendor invoice processing with consistent accuracy.
- Reconciled bank, credit card, and cash accounts to maintain reliable financial records.
- Oversaw payroll processing, ensuring compliance with labor requirements and payment accuracy.
- Managed banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Completed weekly payroll for company employees.
- Oversaw payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution of employee payments.
Asistente De Manager
8 Years 5 Months- Directed daily operations to maintain workflow consistency and service quality.
- Led staff scheduling, training, and performance oversight across assigned functions.
- Monitored budgets, expenses, and operational controls to support cost efficiency.
- Implemented process improvements that increased productivity and reduced bottlenecks.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring consistent service quality and workflow compliance.
- Coordinated staff schedules, assignments, and coverage to maintain operational continuity.
- Trained team members on procedures, standards, and customer service expectations.
- Monitored inventory levels and initiated replenishment to prevent service disruptions.
- Resolved escalated issues promptly, maintaining positive customer and team relations.
- Collaborated with leadership to implement process improvements and strengthen team productivity.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reduced discrepancies.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimized discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
- Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any supply chain issues.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust inventory orders accordingly.
- Coached new employees, ensuring smooth onboarding process and quicker adaptation to their roles.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented a mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
- Processed payroll, verified payroll inputs, and ensured timely payment preparation.
- Managed payment processing workflows to support smooth sales operations and billing continuity.
- Managed bank account administration to support accurate account maintenance.
General Manager
13 Years 3 Months- Directed daily store operations, ensuring efficient workflow across sales, inventory, and customer service.
- Supervised staff scheduling, training, and performance to maintain consistent service standards.
- Managed purchasing, stocking, and product rotation to support accurate inventory control.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly to strengthen satisfaction and repeat business.
- Coordinated cash handling, register balancing, and end-of-day reporting for accuracy.
- Maintained compliance with safety, cleanliness, and food service standards throughout store operations.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
General Accountant
1 Year 11 Months- Prepared journal entries, accruals, and monthly closing documentation with high accuracy.
- Reconciled general ledger accounts and corrected discrepancies in daily accounting records.
- Verified accounts payable and receivable transactions, ensuring timely posting and documentation.
- Monitored budget execution and tracked expenditures against approved public works allocations.
- Enforced accounting procedures aligned with public-sector regulations and internal controls.
- Supervised recordkeeping workflows and improved consistency across accounting reconciliations.
- Implemented effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and prevent fraud or misstatements in financial reports.
- Collaborated with external auditors during year-end audits, ensuring compliance with regulations and accurate financial reporting.
- Coordinated with clients to improve accounting, payroll and tax operations.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Accounting And Finance
Skills
Financial statement preparation
Payroll management
Bookkeeping
Financial reporting
Bank reconciliation
Account analysis
Invoicing
Payment processing
Quickbooks
Payroll oversight
Accounts receivable management
Staff training
Cost control analysis
Profit and loss monitoring
Tax compliance reporting
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Increased team efficiency through continuous process improvements.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Accounting Manager
Lime and Salt Taco Bar
05.2022 - CurrentRead More
Asistente De Manager
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04.2018 - 09.2026Read More
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05.2002 - 08.2015Read More
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Universidad De Guadalajara
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