Open To Work
Lissette Pena
Warwick,RI
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic accounting professional with expertise in accounts payable management and payroll processing at Taveras Associates. Skilled in financial analysis and tax reporting, enhancing operational efficiency and ensuring compliance. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail drive successful outcomes for diverse clients, fostering positive cash flow and financial clarity.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Assistant
Taveras Associates
Providence, Rhode Island
02.2022 - Current
- Managed accounting services for 25+ small businesses, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance.
- Handled full-cycle accounts payable and receivable processes for multiple client accounts.
- Processed invoicing, billing, and collections to ensure positive cash flow for diverse clients.
- Supported month-end closing procedures and prepared financial reports, enhancing visibility into financial performance for 25+ businesses.
- Conducted bank reconciliations and prepared journal entries for several client accounts.
- Processed payroll for 20+ small businesses and assisted with tax preparation, ensuring timely and compliant submissions.
- Utilized accounting software, including QuickBooks and Excel, for thorough financial analysis.
- Performed accurate data entry and maintained detailed financial records across various entities.
Administrative Assistant/ bookeeper
Bonollos Food Service
Providence, ri
11.2020 - 02.2022
- Reviewed financial records to determine taxable income and identify deductible business expenses, ensuring compliance and accuracy. Compiled daily sales records and reconciled driver collections for precise cash handling. Organized historical records systematically through effective document management. Oversaw accounts payable processes while maintaining accuracy in ledgers. Managed multi-line telephone operations, delivering information and facilitating call transfers. Provided top-tier customer service to walk-in clients by addressing individual requirements. Coordinated daily delivery routes, assisting drivers with efficient route completion. Contacted customers to schedule deliveries, ensuring timely service fulfillment.
- Coordinated executive team meeting schedules to optimize time management. and calendar coordination for executive team meetings.
- Supported inventory control processes by tracking stock levels and updates. management and ensured accurate stock records.
- Streamlined interdepartmental communication to improve operational efficiency. between departments to streamline operations.
Bookkeeper
Jimenez Carrying
Camden, N J
04.2010 - 11.2012
- Reviewed financial records to identify taxable income and deductible business expenses.
- Processed bill payments and updated financial ledgers.
- Assembled receipts in chronological order and filed them for year-end reporting.
- Assisted with budget preparation.
- Filed documents to ensure accurate and accessible historical records.
Receptionist
H&R Block
Pennsauken, N J
01.2009 - 04.2009
- Delivered exceptional customer service to visitors, enhancing their experience.
- Managed phone inquiries by providing information, taking messages, booking appointments, and assisting walk-ins.
- Assisted customers by providing information and promptly checking on returns.
- Expressed appreciation and invited customers to return to the office.
Bookkeeper
Jimenez Carrying
Carden, NJ
01.2008 - 12.2008
- Reviewed financial records to identify taxable income and deductible expenses, supporting accurate business tax reporting.
- Processed and recorded vendor payments accurately. and maintained ledgers.
- Organized receipts in chronological order for efficient end-of-year financial reconciliation.
- Assisted with budget preparation.
- Maintained historical records by filing documents.
Customer Information Agent
First Transit
Long Island City, N Y
04.2006 - 11.2007
- Translated and communicated customer transportation needs to ensure effective service delivery.
- Provided excellent customer service to passengers.
- Scheduled alternative rides, enhancing accessibility for passengers with specific needs.
- Resolved problems by working with carrier dispatchers.
- Processed routed openings, extensions, and issue resolutions to maintain smooth operational flow.
- Authorized trips outside Access A Ride for passenger needs.
- Used Adept computer system to retrieve schedule information.
- Used reference material to quickly and accurately determine customers' travel.
Tax Prepared
Jackson Hewitt
Camden, N J
11.2001 - 02.2002
- Prepared income tax returns for individuals and small businesses, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
- Reviewed financial records, including prior tax returns and income statements, to identify necessary forms for accurate tax preparation.
- Interviewed clients to obtain additional information on taxable income and deductible expenses and allowances.
Medical Records Clerk
Accu Staffing Services
Camden, N J
10.1998 - 01.1999
- Reviewed and assembled medical records for completeness, filing them in designated areas to maintain organized and accessible patient data.
- Compiled, verified, and filed medical records to ensure accurate patient information availability.
- Prepared and organized folders for newly admitted patients to streamline their onboarding process.
Administrative Assistant
Camden County College
Camden, No
03.1997 - 11.1997
- Greeted visitors warmly, determined nature of business, and directed them to their destination to enhance visitor experience.
- Answered telephones, provided information, took messages, and transferred calls to ensure effective communication.
- Assisted students with registration process to streamline enrollment and support academic success.
Education
High School Diploma - Computer Programing
Camden County College
Camden, N JSkills
- Accounts payable
- Payroll management
- Financial analysis
- Tax compliance
- QuickBooks proficiency
- Budget preparation
- Vendor management
Timeline
Accounting Assistant
Taveras Associates
02.2022 - Current
Administrative Assistant/ bookeeper
Bonollos Food Service
11.2020 - 02.2022
Bookkeeper
Jimenez Carrying
04.2010 - 11.2012
Receptionist
H&R Block
01.2009 - 04.2009
Bookkeeper
Jimenez Carrying
01.2008 - 12.2008
Customer Information Agent
First Transit
04.2006 - 11.2007
Tax Prepared
Jackson Hewitt
11.2001 - 02.2002
Medical Records Clerk
Accu Staffing Services
10.1998 - 01.1999
Administrative Assistant
Camden County College
03.1997 - 11.1997
High School Diploma - Computer Programing
Camden County College