Open To Work
Maria Valencia
Piru
Work Preference
Summary
Detail-oriented accounting clerk with a strong track record in payment and invoice processing. Proven ability to implement streamlined procedures, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial operations.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Clerk
Jafra Cosmetics International
Westlake Village, CA
07.2001 - 02.2026
- Processed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accurate record-keeping and timely payments.
- Reconciled monthly financial statements, identifying discrepancies and resolving issues promptly.
- Assisted in preparing financial reports for management, enhancing decision-making processes.
- Maintained and organized accounting files, improving data retrieval efficiency for audits.
- Implemented streamlined invoicing procedures, reducing processing time and errors significantly.
- Led training sessions for new hires on accounting software and company policies, fostering team development.
- Developed internal controls to enhance accuracy in financial reporting and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained organized filing systems for accounting records, ensuring easy access to crucial financial information when needed.
- Input high volume of monthly invoices with consistent accuracy.
- Supported audit preparations through meticulous documentation review and prompt response to auditor inquiries.
- Processed payments and documents such as invoices, journal vouchers, employee reimbursements, and statements.
- Processed credit card payments and reconciled credit card statements for accuracy in accounting process.
Credit and Collection Analyst
Jafra Cosmetics International
Westlake Village, CA
04.2000 - 07.2001
- Analyzed credit data to assess risk and determine appropriate credit limits for clients.
- Managed collection activities to recover outstanding debts while maintaining positive client relationships.
- Developed strategies to improve cash flow and reduce days sales outstanding (DSO).
- Monitored accounts receivable aging reports to identify overdue accounts and implement recovery actions.
- Minimized bad debt write-offs by conducting thorough credit investigations on new customers.
- Negotiated payment plans with delinquent customers, achieving successful repayment outcomes without legal intervention.
- Reduced delinquency rates with proactive monitoring of customer accounts and timely followups.
- Conducted regular account reviews, making recommendations for credit limit adjustments based on customer performance and risk factors.
Shift Manager
Jack in the Box
Camarillo, CA
11.1986 - 06.1999
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Managed team schedules, optimizing labor costs while maintaining service quality.
- Trained and mentored new staff, enhancing team performance and customer service skills.
- Implemented process improvements that increased efficiency during peak hours.
- Monitored inventory levels, facilitating timely restocking of supplies and minimizing waste.
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, fostering a positive dining experience.
- Trained new employees on company policies, procedures, and job responsibilities, ensuring seamless integration into the team.
- Handled escalated customer issues effectively, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills while upholding company values and standards.
- Promoted a positive work environment through open communication and constructive feedback.
Education
High School Diploma -
Adolfo Camarillo High School
Camarillo, CA06-1989
Skills
- Payment processing
- Invoice processing
- Clerical support
- Administrative support
- Month-end reports
- Document scanning
- Team collaboration
- Account reconciliation
- SAP
Accomplishments
- Enhanced paperwork processing efficiency by 90% through targeted process improvements.
- Reduced printing costs by 90% each month by implementing a payment paperless system.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Accounting Clerk
Jafra Cosmetics International
07.2001 - 02.2026
Credit and Collection Analyst
Jafra Cosmetics International
04.2000 - 07.2001
Shift Manager
Jack in the Box
11.1986 - 06.1999
High School Diploma -
Adolfo Camarillo High School