Nereida Contreras
New York,NY
Summary
Finance professional with extensive experience in overseeing financial operations and strategic planning. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and driving results within dynamic settings. Proven abilities in financial analysis and compliance management, along with strong leadership and adaptability.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Finance & Facilities
West Harlem Community Organization, Inc.
05.2023 - 01.2024
- Developed, implemented, and monitored an annual budget for the program.
- Monitored cash flow needs and provided financing recommendations.
- Participated in management planning, evaluation, and monitoring of agency-wide activities and services.
- Managed and monitored CACFP monthly claims and prepared external reports.
- Supervised, coordinated, and evaluated staff to assure compliance with regulations.
- Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, selecting, orienting, and training administrative employees.
Director of Finance
Maria Regina High School
03.2021 - 05.2023
- Handled all aspects of the accounting and financial operation of the institution.
- Supervised the Finance Dept. staff, including tuition, HR, payroll, A/R, and A/P.
- Worked closely with the President and Principal of the school in a variety of projects.
- In charge of the annual audit, coordinated with auditors to ensure a smooth audit process.
- Participated in Finance committee meetings to provide financial information.
School Business Administrator
Aquinas High School
06.2018 - 02.2021
- Oversaw all financial operations, ensuring smooth functioning of accounting, payroll, inventories, investments, and fund management.
- Managed the preparation and submission of Form 990 to the IRS, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Conducted monthly bank reconciliations for operating, payroll, cafeteria, and money market accounts.
- Developed the annual budget in collaboration with the Principal, aligning financial goals with organizational objectives.
- Managed cash operations and budgeting to optimize cash flow throughout the year.
- Provided regular financial reports to the Principal and contributed to decision-making processes.
- Coordinated programs such as E-rate and Mandated Services, ensuring adherence to guidelines.
- Assisted in building supervision, maintenance, and personnel management.
- Supervised the Book Store Manager and managed inventory orders to meet school needs efficiently.
Supply Room Manager
Aquinas High School
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Managed inventory and facilitated the procurement of supplies for teachers, students, and alumni, ensuring adequate stock levels.
- Handled sales operations in the supply room, maintaining accurate records and transactions.
- Mentored and provided guidance to young women, imparting valuable skills relevant to the business world.
- Assisted in various departments including Development and the Business Office, contributing to organizational needs as required.
Assistant Payroll Manager
New York Eye & Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
09.2014 - 04.2016
- Responsible for all aspects of processing payroll both regular and confidential.
- Calculated overtime rates, shift differentials, final paycheck for regular and part-time employees and NYSNA union members.
- Biweekly, Monthly and Quarterly payroll reports.
- Prepared and paid all relevant payroll taxes. Including Form 941, MTA-305, NYS-45.
- Communicated and solved issues between Human Resources, Department heads, employees and payroll to ensure accurate data and processing in system.
- Created and posted payroll batches to the General Ledger.
Staff Accountant
New York Eye & Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
01.1998 - 08.2014
- Monitored ten cost center expenses to ensure objectives are consciously pursued and goals obtained over time.
- Increased profits while holding down associated costs, streamlining processes and improving performance across cost centers assign to enhance cash flows.
- Analysis transactions entered into the general ledger.
- Prepared monthly account, variance analysis and reconciliation report as needed.
- Prepared monthly accounts receivable sales journal, cash receipt journal and aged receivables for monthly closing.
- Prepared monthly and annual financial statements.
- Trained new accounting staff and supervised interns and volunteers.
- Reconciled and analyzed investment funds on a monthly basis.
Jr. Staff Accountant
New York Eye & Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
09.1996 - 12.1997
- Performed monthly bank reconciliation.
- Ensured proper classification of daily cash deposits.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly closings.
Clinic Registrar
New York Eye & Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
12.1989 - 09.1996
- Registered approximately 100 patients a day and verified insurance information.
- Responsible for the daily cash closing.
- Assisted the Supervisor in compiling and analyzing daily reports.
Education
M.S. - Accounting
Long Island University
Brooklyn, New York09.2010
M.B.A. - Accounting
Long Island University
Brooklyn, New York05.2010
M.S. - Banking
Mercy College
Dobbs Ferry, New York05.2006
B.S. - Business Administration
Fordham University
Bronx, New York05.1992
Skills
- Experienced in QuickBooks software
- Educational payment solutions
- Data analysis
- Raiser's Edge proficiency
- Excel spreadsheet management
- Proficient in MS Word
- Meditech system utilization
- Peachtree accounting software
- PHStat proficiency
- NPSIS knowledge
- Proficient in fund administration
- Experience with NYC HHS Accelerator
- HSES
- PowerPoint
- Conversational Spanish skills
Certification
- Mandated Reporter Training: Identifying and Reporting Child Abuse and Maltreatment, 2.0 hours
- Notary Public, 05/24/28
Awards
- Member of Delta Mu Delta, National Honor Society, Graduate School of Business - Mercy College
- Member of Sigma Beta Delta, International Honor Society in Business, Management and Administration - Long Island University
- Excellence in MBA / Accounting
- Excellence in MS / Accounting
Timeline
Director of Finance & Facilities
West Harlem Community Organization, Inc.
05.2023 - 01.2024
Director of Finance
Maria Regina High School
03.2021 - 05.2023
School Business Administrator
Aquinas High School
06.2018 - 02.2021
Supply Room Manager
Aquinas High School
09.2017 - 06.2018
Assistant Payroll Manager
New York Eye & Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
09.2014 - 04.2016
Staff Accountant
New York Eye & Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
01.1998 - 08.2014
Jr. Staff Accountant
New York Eye & Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
09.1996 - 12.1997
Clinic Registrar
New York Eye & Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai
12.1989 - 09.1996
M.B.A. - Accounting
Long Island University
M.S. - Banking
Mercy College
B.S. - Business Administration
Fordham University
M.S. - Accounting
Long Island University
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