Sandra Barbour
South Houston
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
Fluid Solutions-UCT(Ham-let USA, Inc)
03.2023 - Current
- Managed all aspects of the company's financial operations, including general ledger management, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and month-end closing processes.
- Oversaw the full accounting cycle, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reporting.
Staff Accountant
Ham-let USA, Inc.
01.2017 - Current
- Prepared and analyzed financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with GAAP and company policies.
- Mentored and trained junior accounting staff, fostering their professional growth and ensuring adherence to accounting standards.
Accounts Payable Lead
Weir Seaboard
01.2012 - Current
- Led the implementation of a new accounting software system, streamlining processes and improving efficiency by 20%.
- Oversaw the full accounts payable cycle, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, expense reports, and payment disbursements.
Education
BBA - Accounting
University of Houston-Downtown
Houston, TX05-2014
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Houston Community College
Houston, TX05-2011
Skills
- Financial management and reporting
- Budget and forecasting
- Month-end and year closing processes
- Bank reconciliation
- Audit support
- Financial statement review
- Journal entry posting
- Intercompany transactions
- Journal entry preparation
- Microsoft office
- Accounts payable
Accomplishments
Shortened month-end close from 10 days to 2 days by optimizing reconciliation procedures and automating recurring journal entries.
Led the transition to a new ERP system (SAP), creating SOPs and training staff, which improved data accuracy and cut reporting time.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Fluid Solutions-UCT(Ham-let USA, Inc)
03.2023 - Current
Staff Accountant
Ham-let USA, Inc.
01.2017 - Current
Accounts Payable Lead
Weir Seaboard
01.2012 - Current
BBA - Accounting
University of Houston-Downtown
Associate of Arts - Accounting
Houston Community College