Nicole Guajardo
Houston,TX
Summary
Results-driven Accounts Payable Specialist with over 10 years of experience in managing accounts payable processes, financial reporting, and utilizing Excel, Quicken, and QuickBooks. Demonstrated success in improving financial efficiencies, reducing processing times, and maintaining accurate financial records. Adept at managing company finances, ensuring timely payments, and enhancing vendor relationships. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Consultant (PMP/AP/Budgeting)
Huron Consulting Services
05.2016 - Current
- Provided project management, accounts payable, and budgeting services tailored to client needs.
- Implemented financial systems and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
- Managed client accounts and ensured compliance with financial policies and procedures.
- Utilized Excel, Quicken, and QuickBooks to analyze financial data and generate reports.
- Collaborated with clients to develop and manage budgets, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Key Achievements:Delivered projects on time and within budget for over 20 clients, resulting in a 95% client satisfaction rate.
Trained over 50 client staff members on new financial systems, improving their efficiency by 25%.
Accounts Payable Specialist/Office Administrator
State of Michigan DTMB
01.2014 - 09.2015
- Managed and processed accounts payable transactions, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
- Reconciled invoices and resolved discrepancies with vendors and internal departments.
- Handled payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with state regulations.
- Oversaw office administration tasks including filing, data entry, and managing correspondence.
- Utilized Excel to track and report on financial data, including creating and maintaining spreadsheets for budgeting and forecasting.
- Gained experience in using QuickBooks for managing financial records and transactions.
- Collaborated with the finance team to streamline processes and improve efficiency in handling accounts payable.
- Key Achievements:Reduced invoice processing time by 30% through process improvements and automation.
Implemented an AP automation system that reduced manual entry errors by 25%.
Enhanced vendor relationships, resulting in a 20% improvement in payment terms.
Assistance Manager
Bare Minerals
09.2012 - 03.2014
- Assisted in managing daily store operations, including financial management and budgeting.
- Processed accounts payable transactions and ensured timely and accurate payments.
- Utilized QuickBooks for financial tracking and reporting.
- Oversaw inventory management and reconciled invoices with vendors.
- Prepared financial reports and analyzed sales data using Excel to drive business decisions.
- Key Achievements:Successfully managed an annual budget of $1.5 million, maintaining expenses within 5% of projections.
Improved inventory turnover by 10% through better vendor negotiation and purchasing strategies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Global Cybersecurity
University of St. Thomas Houston
Houston, TXSkills
- AP Automation
- Invoice Processing
- Vendor Relations
- Financial Reporting
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Financial Compliance
- Expense Reporting
- Audit Support
- Data Analysis
- Excel
- Quicken
- QuickBooks
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
Timeline
Consultant (PMP/AP/Budgeting)
Huron Consulting Services
05.2016 - Current
Accounts Payable Specialist/Office Administrator
State of Michigan DTMB
01.2014 - 09.2015
Assistance Manager
Bare Minerals
09.2012 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Global Cybersecurity
University of St. Thomas Houston
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