Linda Alcantar
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Accomplished Accounting Manager with over 20 years of experience in enhancing financial operations and efficiency. Proven expertise in GAAP, complemented by meticulous attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills. Successfully led teams to improve profitability through strategic financial analysis and system enhancements, while demonstrating exceptional communication and operational management abilities. Career aspirations include further driving organizational success through innovative financial strategies.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Manager
Solar Industries Inc.
Tucson , AZ
07.2005 - 07.2024
- Monitored cash flow, prepared bank reconciliations, and managed accounts payable and receivable functions.
- Reviewed general ledger accounts for accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
- Analyzed financial data, identified trends, and developed strategies to improve profitability.
- Identified areas of improvement in the existing accounting system, and recommended changes accordingly.
- Prepared financial statements and reports for management review.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing processes and procedures and suggested improvements when necessary.
- Coordinated external audits by providing the required documents on time.
- Researched complex accounting issues and provided solutions to the management team.
- Managed accounting tasks, which included accounts payable and receivable, general ledger management, and expense reporting oversight.
- Handled accounting operations such as updating journal entries, pursuing collections, and reconciling accounts.
- Led special projects, such as system implementations and process redesigns, to enhance accounting operations and efficiency.
- Developed and maintained relationships with banking, insurance, and non-organizational accounting personnel to facilitate financial activities.
- Managed, trained, and mentored accounting staff, and facilitated the advancement of their skills based on the individual.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready, and monitored the timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Coordinated approval or rejection of lines of credit, or commercial, real estate, or personal loans.
- Improved billing and month-end reporting processes.
Expeditor/Front Line Manager
Home Depot
Tucson , AZ
01.2000 - 06.2005
- Provided assistance in resolving any issues or complaints related to product delivery or logistics services.
- Prepared shipping documents such as bills of lading and manifests using computer software programs.
- Maintained a detailed database of all shipments, deliveries, and returns.
- Resolved discrepancies between customer orders and actual shipments received.
- Contacted suppliers to verify shipment details.
- Used daily system logs to document production information, discussing issues with management.
- Answered phones to respond to customer inquiries and transferred calls to appropriate staff members.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ04-2025
High School Diploma -
Desert View High School
Tucson, AZ05-2000
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZSkills
- Accounting and Financial Management: GAAP, General ledger accounting, AP and AR management, Financial Statements, Account Reconciliation, etc
- Software Proficiency: MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook, QuickBooks, Legacy AS400, and ERP Epicor, Spruce POS
- Leadership and communication: team management, staff training, excellent communication skills
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Accounting Manager
Solar Industries Inc.
07.2005 - 07.2024
Expeditor/Front Line Manager
Home Depot
01.2000 - 06.2005
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Phoenix
High School Diploma -
Desert View High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Pima Community College
References
References available upon request.
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