Myrna Dorame
Calexico,CA
Summary
Detail-oriented Accountant Auditor with more than 20 years of effectively maintaining accurate accounting information for the Department of Social Services. History working as part of financial team to manage diverse financial functions and reporting. Works closely with executive management on complex projects and various duties.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant Auditor
Imperial County Department Of Social Services
05.2018 - Current
- Prepare the quarterly County Expense Claim (CEC), by auditing expense accounts to ensure accurate claiming of costs according to established guidelines.
- Maintained compliance with federal, state, and county guidelines by staying informed about changes.
- Prepare comparative assessments of financial data and provide explanations of impacts on program funds and differences in actual expenditures compared to budget.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining accounting processes and implementing new time record keeping software.
- Keep up-to-date with program and claiming changes by participating in various committee meetings and networks.
- Conducted thorough internal audits to identify discrepancies, recommend corrective actions, and ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Assisted in the development of financial budget based on historical expenditures within the department.
- Enhanced financial decision-making capabilities by providing timely, accurate information to management through various financial reports.
- Collaborated with external auditors during the annual audit process to provide necessary documentation.
Accountant
Imperial County Department Of Social Services
12.2013 - 05.2018
- Prepare the quarterly County Expense Claim (CEC), by auditing expense accounts to ensure accurate claiming of costs according to established guidelines.
- Maintained compliance with federal, state, and county guidelines by staying informed about changes.
- Prepare comparative assessments of financial data and provide explanations of impacts on program funds and differences in actual expenditures compared to budget.
- Keep up-to-date with program and claiming changes by participating in various committee meetings.
- Analyze contract agreements to identify funding sources and claiming accuracy.
Account Clerk III
Imperial County Department Of Social Services
08.2005 - 12.2013
- Maintained accurate financial records through diligent reconciliation of accounts payable transactions.
- Ensured accuracy in financial reporting by thoroughly reviewing ledger entries for accurate account and claiming code utilization.
- Accumulate, analyze, and arrange data in preparation of various monthly expense reports.
- Maintained strict adherence to department policies and procedures, ensuring the integrity of financial data at all times.
- Provide department-wide time-recording reports and review completed reports for accuracy.
- Supported year-end closing procedures by preparing detailed reports.
- Assisted with financial audits, ensuring all documentation was accurate and readily available for review.
- Provided clerical support to department, such as filing, copying and restocking supplies.
- Set up and updated Excel spreadsheets to track financial data.
Account Clerk II
Imperial County Department Of Social Services
04.2002 - 08.2005
- Maintained accurate financial records through diligent reconciliation of accounts receivable and payable transactions on a daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Emboss new and replacement Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards for clients and provide training to recipients.
- Enhanced client relationships through timely communication and addressing concerns promptly, resulting in increased client satisfaction.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements by compiling necessary data accurately and efficiently.
- Supported month-end closing procedures by preparing inventory reports and issuance data.
- Assisted with financial audits, ensuring all documentation was accurate and readily available for review.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ10.2023
Skills
- Budget Analysis
- Financial Auditing and Reporting
- Financial and Variance Analysis
- Team Building and Leadership
- Accounting and Bookkeeping
- Superior Attention to Detail
- Auditing Procedures
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Cost Accounting
- Fiscal Budgeting Knowledge
Timeline
Accountant Auditor
Imperial County Department Of Social Services
05.2018 - Current
Accountant
Imperial County Department Of Social Services
12.2013 - 05.2018
Account Clerk III
Imperial County Department Of Social Services
08.2005 - 12.2013
Account Clerk II
Imperial County Department Of Social Services
04.2002 - 08.2005
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Phoenix
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