Rebeca Caraballo-Cedeno
Independence,KS
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cost Accountant
Standard Motor Products, Inc.
Independence, KS
03.2024 - Current
- Investigated variances between actual results versus standards established within the cost accounting system on a periodic basis in order to make necessary corrections or adjustments accordingly.
- Analyzed actual manufacturing costs and prepared periodic reports comparing standard costs to actual production costs.
- Maintained the cost accounting system by recording, classifying, allocating, summarizing and evaluating cost data.
- Provided management with reports specifying and comparing factors affecting prices and profitability of products or services.
- Complied with Sarbanes-Oxley Act and GAAP principles to maintain complete transparency.
- Reviewed costs, expenses and revenues associated with construction projects.
- Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Accounting Specialist II
VSE Aviaiton Services
Independence, KS
06.2021 - 03.2024
- Compiled and prepared journal entries to ensure accurate general ledger records.
- Implemented financial controls and procedures to minimize risk and improve accuracy.
- Reconciled intercompany accounts on a monthly basis.
- Managed large amounts of financial data using balance sheets, profit and loss reports and online databases.
- Reconciled company bank statements and bookkeeping ledgers.
- Managed accounts receivable activities such as invoicing customers, applying payments received, monitoring customer balances.
- Prepared monthly account reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and other balance sheet accounts.
- Wrote reports, authored papers and organized supporting documentation.
- Oversaw full accounting cycle and prepared applicable financial statements.
- Cross-trained employees, enabling completion of priority tasks during personnel absences.
- Generated financial reports for management review including income statement, balance sheet, cash flow statement.
- Reconciled bank statements and resolved discrepancies promptly.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable, improving cash flow management.
- Participated in special projects as needed.
- Reviewed accounts payable invoices for accuracy prior to payment processing.
- Analyzed balance sheets for mistakes and inaccuracies.
- Minimized internal accounting department backlogs by updating accounts and generating reports.
- Performed variance analysis to compare budgeted figures against actuals, highlighting areas of concern.
- Developed staff expense and reimbursement tracker to reduce user errors and increase reporting accuracy.
- Ensured compliance with generally accepted accounting principles while preparing financial statements.
- Investigated and resolved billing issues to maximize cash flow and minimize liabilities.
- Supported efficient accounting operations with high-quality administrative support.
- Maintained accurate accounts for cash, fixed assets and other transactions.
- Performed month-end close activities such as accruals, amortization, allocations.
- Delivered superior level of customer service to small business clients.
Escrow Assistant
Montana Security Title
Bozeman, MT
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Scanned documents into digital formats ensuring accuracy of content.
- Reviewed files, records and other documents to obtain information or respond to requests.
- Sorted and distributed incoming mail, dispersing to appropriate departments and personnel.
- Coordinated office activities to streamline operations and promote compliance with organizational policies.
- Verified accuracy of all paperwork prior to submission for processing.
- Communicated with customers and employees to answer questions or explain information.
- Followed confidentiality rules to preserve data quality and reduce potential information compromise.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for confidential documents.
- Answered phones in a courteous manner while providing excellent customer service.
- Performed data entry tasks to update customer accounts records.
- Computed, recorded and proofread data or reports.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Peru State College
Peru, NE12-2023
Associate of Science - Accounting
Independence Community College
Independence, KS05-2020
Skills
- Cost analysis
- Variance analysis
- Financial reporting
- Time management
- Data reconciliation
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- ERP accounting
- Account reconciliation
- Reporting and documentation
- General ledger maintenance
- Reliability
- Microsoft Excel proficiency
- Fluent bilingual communication
Affiliations
- Amateur Gardener
- Reading Aficionado
- Park Walker
- Gluten-Free Cook
Accomplishments
- Member of the National Society of Leadership and Success , 2020-2023
- Gliem Campus Representative, 2020-2021
- Regional Vice-President for Public Relations for Phi Theta Kappa - Kansas/Nebraska Region, 2018-2019
- Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, 2017-2020
Certification
- PTIN - Currently preparing for the EA exam.
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cost Accountant
Standard Motor Products, Inc.
03.2024 - Current
Accounting Specialist II
VSE Aviaiton Services
06.2021 - 03.2024
Escrow Assistant
Montana Security Title
02.2020 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Accounting
Peru State College
Associate of Science - Accounting
Independence Community College
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