Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills seeking an entry-level Financial Analyst position. Eager to contribute to the team's success and help achieve company goals. Possesses strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with a proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Brings a positive attitude and a commitment to continuous learning and growth. Ready to further develop professional skills to make a valuable contribution to the team.
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ROSEMARIE LA GUARDIA
Seattle,WA
Summary
Overview
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Slalom Inc
Senior Financial Operations Analyst
07.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Focuses on data governance, project management, and financial data analysis to ensure good health of consulting projects across 5 US Western Region markets.
- Serves as a liaison between Accounting and Operation teams by providing optimal accounting and operating practices and guidelines, to limit risks and deliver financial success for the company
- Improved cash flow forecasting with meticulous analysis of revenue trends and expense patterns.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive financial models for decision making.
- Identified areas for cost reduction, implementing strategic changes to optimize profitability.
- Streamlined monthly financial close processes, reducing time spent on reconciliations and report generation.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the financial operations team, actively seeking out ways to optimize processes and enhance overall productivity.
Compass Group for Microsoft
Field Analyst Accountant
04.2017 - 07.2019
Job overview
- Review and present Weekly preliminary financial report review for the 5 Northeastern Region of Microsoft satellite concession offices and 34 cafeterias.
- Assist in monthly financial close for Compass and present to Microsoft as one of the permanent vendors of Microsoft
- Daily duties include review of daily revenue, discounts, audit POS reports and review of any inaccuracies and addresses with IT
- Assist Senior field analyst and Controller in the review of the weekly preliminary financial reports and assist with ad hoc BI reports
- Conducted extensive market research to inform strategic decisions made by company leadership teams effectively.
- Mentored junior analysts, fostering professional development through ongoing guidance and support.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to develop customized reports tailored to their specific needs and goals.
- Increased overall team productivity with proactive collaboration on cross-functional projects.
- Served as a subject matter expert on various industry topics, providing valuable insights during team meetings and presentations.
Tom Douglas Restaurants
Staff Accountant
03.2013 - 04.2017
Job overview
- Led the existing accounting team along with the Controller in updating existing accounting software and streamlined daily financial processes to a higher level of accuracy and efficiency
- Assisted the Controller with month-end procedures and balance 19 bank reconciliations
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
- Review and process Daily Revenue and Cash Deposits from 13 restaurants and theater concessions
- Implemented proper financial procedures in front of the house
- Processed and reviewed Catering and Banquet invoice processing and monthly AR billing
- Processed and reviewed Daily Restaurant Sales, audit discounts and promos and report tips for Payroll
- Review and assist Restaurant General Managers with monthly and quarterly financial reports review and answered inquiries.
- Participated in internal and external audit processes to establish accurate financial records and comply with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and regulatory requirements.
WoodMark Hotel
Accounting Manager
01.2011 - 01.2013
Job overview
- Managed 3 banking reconciliations and monthly balance sheet statements.
- Managed journal entries, collection efforts, reconciliations, and payroll processing.
- Coordinated efforts between the accounting team, catering and F&B to ensure accuracy in interdepartmental transactions recording and proper cost allocation.
- Optimized cash flow management through careful analysis of accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory levels, and working capital requirements. Managed 30 daily banks for all cashiers in the hotel, restaurants and catering.
- Optimized cash flow management through careful analysis of accounts receivable, accounts payable, inventory levels, and working capital requirements.
- Conducted detailed variance analyses to identify areas of improvement in financial performance.
- Reviewed analyzed and improved the overall effectiveness of existing internal controls over financial reporting.
Cedarbrook Lodge and Coastal Hotels
Staff Accountant
01.2009 - 01.2011
Job overview
- Maintained general ledger accuracy through regular account reconciliations, journal entry adjustments, and transaction reviews for both the Hotel and Parent Company.
- Monitored accounts receivable, accounts payable and other account balances to track transactions, avoid discrepancies and maintain accuracy for both the Hotel and Parent Company.
- Managed accounts payable processing for over 100 vendors combined for the Hotel and Parent company, ensuring timely payments to vendors while maximizing cash flow management strategies.
- Prepared and processed journal entries to record in general ledger and maintain consistent documentation.
- Created journal entry schedules to improve efficiency, support, and documentation of accounting processes.
Pan Pacific Hotel
Finance Manager
01.2006 - 01.2009
Job overview
- Reviewed documentation and identified financial discrepancies where applicable with the Controller and Parent Company VP of Finance.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement by training team members on financial best practices and software enhancements.
- Streamlined month-end close process, reducing time spent on manual tasks and improving data accuracy.
- Prepared monthly reconciliation of bank accounts and took corrective actions on deviations.
- Mentored 3 junior finance staff, fostering professional development and strong team dynamics.
- Monitored budget and revenue trends, compiling reports for company leadership to inform decision-making.
- Optimized cash flow with diligent monitoring of accounts receivable and payable.
- Streamlined internal audit process, enhancing efficiency and reducing discrepancies for the Hotel, Parking Company and Restaurants.
- Complied with established internal controls and policies.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, federal tax regulations; timely filing of all required documents, mitigating potential penalties or fines.
Education
University of The PhilippinesPhilippines
BS from Biology
01.1992
University Overview
Skills
- QuickBooks
- Positouch
- SBF/FRX Report writer
- Springer Miller
- ADP/Prime pay
- Opera/MAESTRO
- Great Plains/Aloha POS
- MICROS/Fidelio/Delphi/Maître D/InfoGenesis
- Attendance on Demand/Book4Time
- Fintech
- Changepoint
- Salesforce
- PowerBI
- Power Canvas
- Bank Reconciliation
- Accounts Receivable
- Management Reporting
- Internal Controls
- Revenue Recognition
- IFRS Knowledge
- Variance Analysis
- Business Intelligence
- General Ledger
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Organizational Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Effective Communication
- Active Listening
Passions
Passions
- Travel
- Foodie
- Empathy
- Always curious
Languages
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
ASL
Elementary
Timeline
Senior Financial Operations Analyst
Slalom Inc
07.2019 - Current
Field Analyst Accountant
Compass Group for Microsoft
04.2017 - 07.2019
Staff Accountant
Tom Douglas Restaurants
03.2013 - 04.2017
Accounting Manager
WoodMark Hotel
01.2011 - 01.2013
Staff Accountant
Cedarbrook Lodge and Coastal Hotels
01.2009 - 01.2011
Finance Manager
Pan Pacific Hotel
01.2006 - 01.2009
University of The Philippines
BS from Biology
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