Melissa Guzman
Arlington,TX
Summary
Dynamic accounting professional with extensive experience in healthcare accounting, excelling in budget management and audit preparation. Proven track record in enhancing financial reporting integrity and implementing process improvements. Skilled in Microsoft Excel and fostering team collaboration, driving efficiency in month-end closing and internal controls.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Accounting Manager
Texas Health Huguley
Burleson, Texas
05.2017 - Current
- Led the annual expense budget process, including managing local and regional allocations for four hospitals.
- Trained and supervised staff accountants in comprehensive accounting practices.
- Prepared data for the annual full-scope audit for the THH JV.
- Reviewed journal entries for accuracy and completeness.
- Managed month-end closing activities by consolidating results among multiple regional entities.
- Conducted balance sheet reviews, identifying areas needing adjustments or corrections for four hospitals and three physician groups.
Senior Accountant/AP Supervisor
Texas Health Huguley
Burleson, Texas
04.2013 - 05.2017
- Assist with the budget process, including analyzing expense accounts, productive hours, and meeting with directors to review their budgets.
- Month-end closing duties for the five hospitals.
- Supervise Accounts Payable. Worked with other facilities to help increase workflow and smooth out problem areas. Processed 1099s for seven facilities.
- Assisted the Controller with the annual Balance Sheet reconciliation review. Ensured that the backup and accounts were correct.
- I assisted on the annual EY audit for THH/HMA.
- Performed monthly financial analysis for Texas Health Huguley and AH Central Texas for the close process.
Assistant Controller
Master Meter, Inc
Mansfield, Texas
04.2005 - 04.2013
- Responsibilities included overseeing the daily operations of the two subsidiaries, including inventory, banking, and accounts receivable issues.
- Oversaw month and quarter end close and timely preparation of monthly and quarterly financial statements.
- Worked closely with auditors on a quarterly and year end basis to facilitate completion of reviews and audits.
- Aided in the preparation of the yearly budget; analyzed on quarterly basis.
- Reviewed A/P transactions for accuracy.
- Cross-trained on A/P, A/R and Payroll.
- Worked closely with CFO and Controller to maintain internal controls.
- Aided in the process of rolling out new software.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TexasSkills
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Outlook
- PeopleSoft
- Waystar
- Axiom
- Budget
- Audit
- Audit preparation
- Month-end closing
- Internal controls
- Process improvement
Timeline
Regional Accounting Manager
Texas Health Huguley
05.2017 - Current
Senior Accountant/AP Supervisor
Texas Health Huguley
04.2013 - 05.2017
Assistant Controller
Master Meter, Inc
04.2005 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Business Administration - Accounting
University of Texas At Arlington
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