Rita Diaz
Berwyn,IL
Summary
A dynamic and dependable administrative expert proficient in collaborating with a wide range of individuals, possessing robust organizational, communication, and rapport-building abilities. Excited to contribute exceptional administrative expertise to a company requiring high-level assistance.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Creative Werks
Elk Grove Village, IL
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Processed production and trucking invoices, along with temp agency vouchers in Syteline ERP.
- Entered journal entries into Access for accurate financial tracking.
- Assisted with the preparation of forecast reports to support strategic planning.
- Reconciled bank accounts to ensure financial accuracy and integrity.
- Provided support for various office duties as required.
Accounts Payable/Account Analyst
Chicago Cook Work Force (The Partnership)
Chicago, IL
07.2022 - 02.2024
- Processed monthly agency vouchers using Great Plains software, managing payroll allocations for time studies.
- Executed daily agency payments and reconciled multiple bank accounts.
- Generated cash requests for grants while assisting auditors with necessary documentation.
- Supported accountants on diverse projects and additional departmental tasks.
Accounting Associate
Mayer Brown LLP
Chicago, IL
12.2018 - 06.2022
- Managed vendor invoices and attorney expenses using Aderant Expert Billing System and Chrome River software for accurate general ledger allocation.
- Conducted reconciliations of Western Union foreign currency reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Processed attorney expense reimbursements accurately, adhering to established timelines.
- Reconciled credit card reports for partnership accounts, enhancing financial transparency.
- Collaborated with IT to resolve system errors, improving operational efficiency.
Administrative Assistance/Accounting Associate
Meade
Willowbrook, IL
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Delivered comprehensive administrative support to Vice President of Finance.
- Managed clerical tasks, including phone inquiries, filing, copying, scanning, and mail distribution.
- Processed expense reports and vendor invoices using QuickBooks efficiently.
- Assisted vendors and brokers with necessary administrative documentation.
- Oversaw account transfers while generating reports for monthly meetings.
Office Administrator/Accounting Associate
Truck King Hauling Contractors, Inc
Chicago, IL
02.2004 - 12.2016
- Managed accounts payable and receivables using QuickBooks to ensure accurate financial records.
- Reconciled bank accounts regularly to maintain precise cash flow oversight.
- Coordinated onboarding of drivers and brokers, ensuring completion of required paperwork.
- Collaborated with dispatch for efficient price adjustments and timely quotes.
- Oversaw payroll processing for staff and brokers, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Processed customer invoices promptly to enhance cash collection efficiency.
Education
Associate of Arts - Finance With Accounting Concentration
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH01-2026
Bridgeview, IL - Business Administration – Management Emphasis
Northwestern College
Bridgeview, IL06.2015
Skills
- Data management and budgeting
- Accounts reconciliation
- Data entry
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer service
- Budget forecasting
- Financial analysis
- Administrative efficiency
- Payment processing and accounts oversight
- Customer service and report reconciliation
- Managerial expertise
- Team collaboration
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Accountant
Creative Werks
06.2025 - 08.2025
Accounts Payable/Account Analyst
Chicago Cook Work Force (The Partnership)
07.2022 - 02.2024
Accounting Associate
Mayer Brown LLP
12.2018 - 06.2022
Administrative Assistance/Accounting Associate
Meade
01.2016 - 12.2018
Office Administrator/Accounting Associate
Truck King Hauling Contractors, Inc
02.2004 - 12.2016
Associate of Arts - Finance With Accounting Concentration
Southern New Hampshire University
Bridgeview, IL - Business Administration – Management Emphasis
Northwestern College
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