Nanette Perez
Thornton,CO
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
Dixie Brands
04.2022 - Current
- Prepared monthly journal entries and reconciliations.
- Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
- Reconciled balance sheets and streamlined best practices for balance sheet processes.
- Completed year-end closing processes with controllers and external auditors.
- Assisted with laying out the project plan and target dates, developed training materials and tested modules and features.
- Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
- Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
Assistant Controller
JAG Development
10.2020 - 03.2022
- Streamlined month-end closing procedures, reducing time spent on manual tasks and increasing efficiency
- Implemented new accounting software systems, improving data accuracy and reducing processing time
- Projected monthly cash expenditures through efficient budgeting and detailed document reviews
- Managed outstanding balance amounts by evaluating reports and determining collection statuses
- Managed budgets, assets, portfolios, accounts payable, and receivable and general financial reporting procedures
- Prepared balance sheets, cash flow reports, and income statements
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management
- Managed accounts payable and receivable functions with afocus on timely payment processing while minimizing bad debt exposure
Construction Accountant
Makers Line
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Monitor accounts payable & receivable and support project managers with collection efforts
- Preparing monthly invoices (draft and final) for billable projects and transmit to clients Bank reconciliation
- Liaise with Project Managers (PM) regarding contract documents change orders and other contract modifications
- Approvals and any additional services for all small & large jobs ranging from 10k to 10MM
- Maintained project-related records including billings expenses sub-contracts and other documents
- Investigated project variances and submitted variance reports to management.
HR Manager
Bobo’s Oat Bars
02.2018 - 09.2019
- Enhanced employee retention by implementing effective onboarding and training programs.
- Improved workplace culture through the development and implementation of diversity initiatives.
- Managed employee relations, investigating and resolving conflicts to maintain a positive work environment.
- Ensured legal compliance with labor laws by conducting regular audits and updating policies as necessary.
- Facilitated organizational change through effective communication and collaboration with senior management.
- Developed comprehensive training programs, empowering employees to reach their full potential within the organization.
- Oversaw payroll functions, ensuring accuracy while maintaining strict confidentiality standards for sensitive employee information.
- Recommended, initiated and finalized HR actions regarding faculty and staff position management, compensation and employment postings, hiring proposals and new hire onboarding.
- Maintained payroll and benefits for employees in various locations and diminished financial discrepancies through expert program management.
- Facilitated onboarding sessions and on-the-job training for new hires bolstering position knowledge and skillset.
Accounting Assistant/Payroll
Metro State Fire
05.2017 - 10.2017
- Reduced errors in account reconciliation through meticulous attention to detail and thorough review of transactions.
- Expedited invoice processing with effective communication between internal departments and external vendors.
- Managed high-volume invoice processing tasks while consistently meeting tight deadlines for vendor payments.
- Prepared monthly journal entries for accruals related to payroll expenses, ensuring accurate financial reporting.
- Improved payroll accuracy by conducting regular audits and addressing discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Maintained confidentiality of employee records and payroll information.
- Initiated biweekly payroll procedures and provided accurate and on-time compensation for employees.
Senior Accountant
Reconstruction Experts, Inc.
06.2016 - 05.2017
- Provide accounting training to all new Branch/Project Managers for our Denver, CO Springs, Durango, Vail, LA, SD, Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio branches
- Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statement closing process, which includes but not limited to performing various reconciliations, preparing, and approving journal entries, calculating accruals and deferrals, and reviewing and analyzing various reports and financial information for accuracy
- Maintain/reconcile all company credit cards- Lowes, Home Depot, Gas, Corp CC, code charges to proper project
- Reconciling company/branch respective billing ledger at the end of every month
- Ensure all license plates and insurance cards are up to date for all branches
- Manage subcontractor documentation, including maintaining and verifying all subcontractors have the proper insurance, lien waivers, and any other documentation required, including sending notices to respective branch offices when additional information is needed
- Review budget to actual costs by project to verify budget is not exceeded
- Complete and submit credit applications
- Process 1099's at year end
- Process payments for tax filings as needed
- Perform other duties as requested by management.
Staff Accountant
Reconstruction Experts, Inc.
04.2015 - 06.2016
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing reconciliation procedures and improving communication among team members.
- Prepared timely and accurate tax filings, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
- Assisted comptroller with year-end financial audits.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
Accounts Payable and Payroll Specialist
Reconstruction Experts, Inc.
01.2013 - 04.2015
- Improved invoice processing efficiency by streamlining accounts payable procedures and implementing an automated system.
- Enhanced vendor relationships through timely and accurate payment processing, fostering a positive rapport between the company and vendors.
- Minimized late payment fees by consistently monitoring due dates and prioritizing payments accordingly.
- Maintained internal controls compliance within the accounts payable department by adhering to established policies and procedures at all times.
- Assisted employees with filling out expense reports.
- Balanced accounts associated with accounts payable process.
- Collaborated with HR to maintain up-to-date employee records, facilitating accurate paycheck calculations.
- Assisted in the implementation of a new payroll software system, leading to increased efficiency and streamlined operations.
- Resolved employee pay discrepancies swiftly and professionally, maintaining positive relationships with staff members.
- Partnered with benefits administration team to integrate benefit deductions into the payroll system seamlessly.
- Reviewed time records for 45 employees to verify accuracy of information.
- Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Regis University
Denver, CO05.2020
Skills
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
- Financial Statement Review
- Cash Flow Management
- Bank Reconciliation
- Cost Accounting
- Financial Reporting
- Year-End Closing
- Revenue Recognition
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Dixie Brands
04.2022 - Current
Assistant Controller
JAG Development
10.2020 - 03.2022
Construction Accountant
Makers Line
09.2019 - 10.2020
HR Manager
Bobo’s Oat Bars
02.2018 - 09.2019
Accounting Assistant/Payroll
Metro State Fire
05.2017 - 10.2017
Senior Accountant
Reconstruction Experts, Inc.
06.2016 - 05.2017
Staff Accountant
Reconstruction Experts, Inc.
04.2015 - 06.2016
Accounts Payable and Payroll Specialist
Reconstruction Experts, Inc.
01.2013 - 04.2015
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Regis University
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