Ruba Afanan
Riverside ,CA
Summary
Dynamic finance professional with a proven track record at California School of Deaf, enhancing accounts receivable efficiency and financial accuracy. Excelled in AP/AR management and fostering vendor relationships, significantly improving decision-making processes. Demonstrates exceptional Microsoft Excel expertise and problem-solving abilities, driving operational excellence and team development.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounting Officer Supervisor
California School of Deaf
08.2023 - Current
- Improved efficiency of accounts receivable and general ledgers, resulting in faster vendor payments and accurate month and year end closing.
- Assisted with year end preparation and monitoring, ensuring alignment with state goals and objectives.
- Manage grant and program cash flow ensuring sufficient funds were available to meet operational needs while optimizing investment opportunities.
- Prepared accurate financial reports for management review, enabling informed decision making.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
Accountant Trainee
California School of Deaf
06.2022 - 08.2023
- Managed accounts receivable functions, ensuring timely payment processing and accurate record keeping.
- Reduced collection time for outstanding invoices by closely monitoring aged accounts and maintaining frequent communication with clients.
- Participated in the month-end close process, ensuring accurate reporting of accounts receivable balances and timely submission of data for financial statements.
- Collected, compiled and analyzed data to prepare customer invoices per contractual requirements.
- Gathered, evaluated and summarized account data in detailed financial reports.
- Developed training materials and conducted workshops to enhance the skills of colleagues in the Accounts Receivable department.
Account I Specialist
California School of Deaf
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates through proactive problem-solving and efficient complaint resolution.
- Supported month-end closing activities, ensuring accuracy in financial records and adherence to deadlines.
- Provided exceptional customer service to both internal departments and external clients regarding billing inquiries or disputes resolution.
- Processed employee expense reimbursements, verifying accuracy of submitted documentation against company policies before approval.
- Cultivated positive working relationships with vendors by addressing concerns promptly, leading to increased trust between parties involved.
- Ensured accurate financial reporting with meticulous record-keeping and data entry tasks.
- Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
California State University, San Bernardino
San Bernardino, CA06-2018
Skills
- AP and AR management
- Bank reconciliation
- Purchase order management
- Microsoft Excel expertise
- Month-end reporting
- Collections
- Invoicing
- General ledger management
Timeline
Accounting Officer Supervisor
California School of Deaf
08.2023 - Current
Accountant Trainee
California School of Deaf
06.2022 - 08.2023
Account I Specialist
California School of Deaf
06.2021 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Accounting
California State University, San Bernardino
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