Maria Cristina Edkin

• Managed third-party vendors outside U.S. for liquor statement reconciliation.
• Resolved aging invoices in Oracle system, ensuring timely payments.
• Coached team members on essential job techniques to enhance performance.
• Collaborated with various stations to optimize coverage and achieve production targets.
• Influenced organizational change through strategic thinking and effective leadership.
• Led cross-functional teams to execute projects successfully, fostering collaboration.
• Reconciled accounts for regular, liquor, and gaming vendors while assisting AP supervisor.

• Educated team on information requirements for vendor verification in ERP systems.
• Identified process improvement opportunities within department operations.
• Trained junior staff on Accounts Payable tasks and procedures to enhance efficiency.
• Collaborated with procurement team to resolve invoice discrepancies effectively.
• Assisted with invoice creation in SAP Business One ERP system.
• Guided team on best practices for managing exceptions during invoice lifecycle.
• Explained procedures for handling management expenses to ensure compliance.

(CLIENT NAME: Caesars Entertainment LLC)

• Processed vendor invoices for payment using 3-way matching for PO-related transactions.
• Entered non-PO invoices into the system to facilitate prompt payment.
• Reconciled regular and liquor vendor statements to maintain accurate account records.
• Contacted vendors to obtain updated W-9 forms and resolve payment issues.
• Analyzed aging invoices to identify and address payment delays in the system.
• Collaborated with the purchasing department to ensure accurate matching of purchase orders and invoices.

• Established QuickBooks accounting system to ensure accurate financial records.
• Managed accounts payable and receivable, fostering strong vendor relationships.
• Reconciled bank statements for multiple clients, resolving discrepancies efficiently.
• Maintained accurate transaction records in compliance with company policies.
• Processed invoices, deposits, and money logs systematically.
• Created actionable tasks from ASANA emails to enhance workflow efficiency.
• Sent weekly reports on uncategorized expenses and unrecognized income.
• Paid sales tax in advance weekly to maintain regulatory compliance.

• Assisted with incoming customer payments to maintain accurate financial records.
• Prepared journal entries, account reconciliations, and variance analysis reports for month-end closing.
• Addressed emails from AR app to ensure timely responses.
• Streamlined accounts payable and receivable processes, reducing processing time and minimizing errors.
• Established communication channels with vendors and customers to resolve outstanding issues promptly.
• Contacted customers to swiftly resolve escalated issues and enhance satisfaction.
• Provided exceptional customer service to internal and external stakeholders, addressing inquiries efficiently.
• Reconciled vendor statements and resolved outstanding issues with vendors and internal teams.

(CLIENT NAME: Santa Fe Relocation Service)

• Led end-to-end migration of Accounts Payable processes in Switzerland.
• Prepared and recorded journal entries supporting monthly and quarterly statutory closures.
• Reviewed reconciliations for statutory accounts, ensuring compliance with accounting standards.
• Created Summary of Operations and Cash Flow reports for financial analysis.
• Executed cash management, bank postings, and treasury transactions efficiently.
• Provided external auditors with necessary supporting documentation for audits.
• Conducted monthly intercompany reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.
• Monitored KPIs monthly to assess operational performance.

• Processed accounts payable accurately and timely, adhering to principal standards.
• Generated monthly Expanded Withholding Tax reports through SAP system.
• Compiled monthly VAT (input) reports utilizing SAP software.
• Issued quarterly Expanded Withholding Tax certificates to suppliers.
• Ensured accuracy and tax compliance in all postings.
• Contributed to audit preparation by maintaining organized records and documentation.
• Collaborated with departments to resolve invoicing issues and enhance communication.
• Participated in accounting team meetings, sharing best practices and driving process improvements.

• Reviewed requisition forms, purchase orders, and supporting documents for processing in SAP.
• Encoded accounting entries and managed changes within SAP system.
• Assisted in the timely preparation of financial statements while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Maintained knowledge of tax regulations to guarantee accurate filings and timely payments.
• Supported audit processes by providing precise documentation and addressing auditor inquiries.
• Prepared debit entries for intercompany charges related to non-trade payables and receivables.
• Executed monthly accruals and journal entries into the general ledger.
• Issued certificates of withholding tax to various suppliers quarterly.

• Ensured completeness of billing requests and supporting documentation.
• Performed monthly account reconciliations, identifying discrepancies and resolving them promptly.
• Assisted in annual financial audits by providing comprehensive billing documentation.
• Increased billing accuracy through the implementation of an efficient invoice tracking system.
• Collaborated with sales teams to establish accurate pricing structures, reducing invoice discrepancies.
• Encoded invoices and debit memos in SAP system for streamlined processing.
• Maintained and updated billing monitoring reports to track outstanding receivables.
• Prepared detailed management reports on outstanding receivables, highlighting areas needing follow-up.