Raul Barrera
San Leandro,CA
Summary
Seasoned Financial Management professional with proven expertise in accounting processes, systems oversight and compliance reporting. Knowledgeable about AP/AR, contract administration, budgeting and all other aspects of successful financial operations. Talented team builder and supervisor with expertise to develop and maintain consistent, accurate, and legal accounting structures.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Finance Manager
Kaiser Permanente
Richmond, CA
10.2007 - Current
- Analyzed complex financial data and generated meaningful reports for senior management.
- Analyzed sales activity to identify and correct cost errors or price discrepancies.
- Created monthly performance metrics that tracked key performance indicators.
- Completed month-end and year-end closings, kept records audit-ready and monitored timely recording of accounting transactions.
- Created and updated financial reports on frequent basis to present information to leadership teams.
- Analyzed actual financial results to budget, preparing variance reporting to functional groups.
- Developed invoicing systems and internal controls to boost billing efficiencies.
- Coordinated preparation of external audit materials and external financial reporting.
- Implemented a system of internal controls that improved compliance with GAAP regulations.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through process improvements and automation initiatives.
- Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
- Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality and conformance.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
- Responded to customer questions regarding products, prices and availability.
- Resolved customer complaints and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
TPMG AP Manager
Kaiser Permanente
Oakland, CA
10.2006 - 09.2007
- Managed the team of AP specialists to ensure timely completion of all tasks within the department.
- Reviewed and approved invoices for payment in accordance with company policies.
- Performed daily reconciliations between bank statements and accounts payable system records.
- Developed and maintained AP processes to ensure accuracy, timeliness and compliance with internal control requirements.
- Generated various reports related to accounts payable activities such as aging reports, cash flow projections.
Staff Accountant
Kaiser Permanente
Oakland, CA
01.2005 - 09.2006
- Reviewed and reconciled discrepancies in accounts and financial documentation.
- Compiled and prepared journal entries to ensure accurate general ledger records.
- Reconciled intercompany accounts on a monthly basis.
- Reviewed and analyzed financial statements for accuracy and compliance with standards.
- Adhered to audit standards and requirements by monitoring and improving accounting procedures.
- Created reports to track budget variances against actual results.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Phoenix
Concord, CAMaster of Science - Accounting And Finance
University of Phoeniz
Concord, CASkills
- Financing Expertise
- Workflow Coordination
- Customer Relationship Development
- Cost Accounting
- Financial Budgeting
- Staff Training
- Financial Analysis
- GAAP Knowledge
- Internal Controls
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Finance Manager
Kaiser Permanente
10.2007 - Current
TPMG AP Manager
Kaiser Permanente
10.2006 - 09.2007
Staff Accountant
Kaiser Permanente
01.2005 - 09.2006
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
University of Phoenix
Master of Science - Accounting And Finance
University of Phoeniz
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