Adept at managing budgets, payroll, invoicing and general accounting functions. Instrumental in keeping business operations fully compliant and working within budgetary guidelines.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
US imports LLC
11.2023 - 04.2024
Prepare and analyze financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements
Perform general ledger reconciliations and ensure accuracy of financial data
Assist in the preparation of budgets and forecasts
Conduct cash flow analysis to identify areas for improvement and make recommendations
Maintain and update accounting records using accounting software such as PeopleSoft
Collaborate with internal teams to provide financial information and support decision-making processes
Assist with the preparation of audit schedules and provide necessary documentation to auditors
Participate in special projects as assigned by management.
Staff accountant
Smart office automation
01.2023 - 10.2023
Inventory payables-matching purchase order receiving with incoming invoices, entering in system and process weekly payments to vendors
Lease payoffs and lease return inventory reconciliationemail customers to request signed letter of intents to obtain quotes, reconcile with estimated payoffs, process invoices for payoffs, audit lease return inventory, submit return authorizations to warehouse to process equipment returns
Vehicle Asset Managementensure all vehicles are getting inspections, tag renewals, maintenance done, GPS working, and tolls tags are in place
Building Asset Managementensure all buildings have been set-up with utilities, internet, lawn services (if needed), cleaning company, etc
Copies of all leases on one drive and vendors set up in the system correctly with W-9 and remittance details such as terms, remittance addresses, contact information, etc
COI requests from customers or vendors-working with insurance company to obtain certificate of insurance/loss payee requirements to submit to customer or vendor requesting
Assist with monthly closingensure all sales orders shipped are fulfilled, reconcile drop ship warehouse, reconcile unapplied payments to inventory vendors and apply if invoiced for any prepaid inventory purchases, un invoiced inventory receipts to see if an invoice was missed and not entered
Reconciling inventory vendor statements monthly
Back-up to other staff accountant who handles the expense side of the financials and cash flow reports.
Account payable specialist/Accountant
Green line management
01.2022 - 12.2022
Completes payments and controls expenses by receiving, processing, verifying, and reconciling invoices
Reconciles processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balances
Charges expenses to accounts and properties by analyzing invoice/expense reports; recording entries
Pays vendors by monitoring discount opportunities, verifying federal id numbers, scheduling and preparing checks, and resolving purchase order, contract, invoice, or payment discrepancies and documentation
Ensure Credit card expenses are reconciled on monthly basis
Disburses petty cash by recording entry and verifying documentation
Pays employees by receiving and verifying expense reports and requests for advances; preparing checks
Examine all general ledger accounts for accuracy and make corrections as needed
Ensure periodic bank reconciliations are completed
Ensure required critical payments are made
Participate in month-end close
Interacting with property manager to resolve issues
Keep financial files organized
Backup other employees in the department as needed.
Loan administrator
Bank of New York
07.2021 - 12.2021
Process complex loan transactions into the loan system of record
Ensure that asset balances are current, accurate and up-to-date by the end of each day
Quality check work to ensure accuracy
Clear outstanding items and exception reports for assigned loans/accounts
Research and reconcile syndicated loans principal and interest discrepancies
Track loan history from other financial institutions.
Bookkeeper
Solaris oilfield Infrastructure
01.2021 - 06.2021
Perform general ledger accounting
Develop monthly statements
Draw up monthly sales reports
Compile inventory reports
Assist with preparation of tax returns
Organize checks and deposits.
AP/AR specialist
Paradigm control of TX
08.2020 - 12.2020
Assisted with accounts payable and accounts receivable
Processed invoices
Liaised with vendors
Researched invoice discrepancies
Resolved invoice problems
Provided general support to the Accounting Department.
Junior Accountant
Amerapex corporation
01.2020 - 07.2020
Assisted the accounting manager in day-to-day accounting tasks
Performed general office duties: filing, scanning, mail processing, and data entry
Provided support for the annual audit
Assisted Accounting Manager with different projects
Reconciled bank statements and ledger accounts.
Hotel Account Manager/Supervisor
LaQuinta Inn and Suites
01.2009 - 12.2019
Train, direct the work, resolve problems and assist with the hiring, performance and salary reviews of the accounting associates
Prepare, review and reconcile daily postings, accruals, various general ledger accounts and bank statements to ensure accurate financial information is available
Compile, prepare, back-up and analyze various financial reports and statements to provide accurate, timely information to guest, management, corporate and ownership
Compile, prepare, back-up and analyze period-end data on food and beverage costs and inventories (gift shop where applicable) to provide information and recommendations to management on current procedures and controls
Assist with the preparation of cost potentials as required
May supervise or handle the accounts receivable function and perform the hotel's credit/collection and food & beverage control function to ensure accurate, timely and quality service and support to hotel guests and management
Review and monitor internal control procedures in the hotel
Areas included are Food & Beverage, Cashiering, Room Operations, etc
Participate in departmental inventories each month
Reviews and analyzes business results throughout the hotel to ensure alignment with the hotel's financial objectives
Assist with the compilation and preparation of the financial statement, periodic forecasts and annual budget to provide support to ensure timely, accurate information
Maximize cash flow by proactively managing accounts receivable functions and attending monthly credit meeting
Promptly follows-up on all customer needs and inquiries in an efficient and expedient manner
Investigate, resolve, respond to guest needs, inquires, comments and/or problems to ensure a quality experience and enhance future sales prospects
Ensure adequate controls are installed and maintained for the protection of the hotel's financial assets against loss or misappropriation.