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SELENE H. BUTANDA

Corpus Christi

Summary

Detail-oriented Accounts Payable Specialist skilled in handling diverse range of accounts payable functions with accuracy, efficiency and sound judgment. Adept at organizing and prioritizing requirements to maintain tight deadlines and strict financial controls. Accustomed to delivering superior performance in autonomous or team-focused environments.

Experienced with managing comprehensive accounts receivable functions, including invoicing, collections, and reconciliations. Utilizes meticulous attention to detail and analytical skills to resolve discrepancies and improve accuracy. Knowledge of accounting principles and financial software, ensuring seamless financial operations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Brand Ambassador

High Profile
02.2023 - Current
  • Increased brand awareness through event marketing, demonstrations, sales, and brand promotion.
  • Approached strangers and interacted in natural conversation with goal of developing brand loyalty.
  • Engaged, educated, and befriended customers to deliver amazing shopping experience.
  • Communicated product information with confidence and educated consumers about company.
  • Conducted consumer surveys and analyzed purchasing trends.
  • Reviewed and implemented new company initiatives and executed product activations.
  • Developed recap reports to communicate competition trends, product introductions and new promotions.
  • Worked with team to achieve sales goals for products.
  • Maintained knowledge of current promotions and product features.
  • Increased sales by effectively communicating product benefits.

Vita Site Coordinator

Goodwill Industries Of South Texas
01.2021 - Current
  • Consulted with clients to assess and mitigate future tax liabilities and determine eligibility for tax abatement.
  • Delivered comprehensive tax documentation required for accurate individual and corporate returns.
  • Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state and federal levels.
  • Offered clients recommendations to reduce tax liabilities.
  • Interviewed tax payers clients to collect information and gather necessary paperwork prior to preparing tax returns.
  • Oversaw team of 10 tax professionals handling up to 2,000 clients per year.
  • Prepared written responses or tax return amendments to resolve state and federal notices.
  • Contacted IRS or other relevant government organizations on behalf of client to address issues related to tax self-preparation.
  • Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
  • Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
  • Conducted reviews of internal tax documentation, reducing errors related to missed tax benefits.
  • Reviewed available data and compared against tax code to determine exemptions, deductions, and potential liabilities.
  • Facilitated integration of modern tax software with client accounting software.
  • Facilitated communication between clients and tax authorities.

Accounts Payable Assistant

Dirt Rocks
11.2022 - 01.2025
  • Kept vendor files accurate and up-to-date to expedite payment processing.
  • Entered invoices requiring payment and disbursed amounts via check, electronic transfer or bank draft.
  • Facilitated prompt communication with vendors to strengthen partnerships.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy with thorough verification of invoices against purchase orders and contracts.
  • Collaborated with purchasing department to resolve discrepancies, improving communication between departments.
  • Reduced payment errors by maintaining accurate vendor records and reconciling accounts regularly.
  • Ensured timely approval of invoices by monitoring outstanding items and following up with approvers as needed.
  • Paid vendors by monitoring discount opportunities and paid employees by receiving and verifying expense reports.
  • Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
  • Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
  • Collaborated with internal departments on intercompany billing reconciliation efforts, resolving discrepancies efficiently.
  • Input financial data and produced reports using Software.
  • Improved invoice processing efficiency by implementing a new accounts payable system.
  • Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
  • Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating, and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Matched purchase orders with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
  • Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
  • Inspected account books and recorded transactions.

Accounts Payable Specialist

Ríos And Rios Corporation
05.2022 - 12.2022
  • Reviewed account documentation for over 15 clinic accounts, rectified issues and contacted vendors about account changes.
  • Processed invoices and journal entries with efficiency and accuracy, resulting in decreased discrepancies.
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Reached out to vendors and customers to verify information and follow up on client issues.
  • Prepared month-end closing entries for detailed reporting and recordkeeping.
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Generated and submitted invoices based upon established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
  • Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation and billing code accuracy.
  • Stayed on top of applicable federal and state requirements to minimize legal and financial risks.
  • Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments and documented account updates.
  • Oversaw office accounting functions such as AP to keep finances accurate and current.
  • Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
  • Oversaw bookkeeping and accounting systems and entered data into systems accurately.
  • Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.

Account Payables and Receivables/Collections

South Texas Lighthouse For The Blind
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
  • Applied mathematical abilities to calculate and check figures in accounting systems.
  • Maintained payable shared email inbox and digitized invoices for processing.
  • Entered figures using, 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
  • Generated and submitted invoices based on established accounts receivable schedules and terms.
  • Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in the general ledger by comparing them to bank account statements each month.
  • Input financial data and produce reports using Sage, and Counter Point.
  • Established financial systems affecting aspects of company operations.
  • Reconciled accounts, managed audits, and updated financial records with remarkable accuracy.
  • Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
  • Reconciled processed work by verifying entries and comparing system reports to balance numbers.
  • Maintained good working relationships with vendors and resolved disputes.
  • Preparing and verifying checks for vendors weekly.

Financial Aid Student Assistant

Del Mar College
07.2019 - 10.2021
  • Counseled students and parents about financial aid options and program details.
  • Helped individuals complete physical and electronic paperwork such as FAFSA.
  • Presented financial aid workshops to help groups of students and parents navigate through the process.
  • Monitored financial aid award notices through Excel.
  • Designed financial aid reward packages, aligning contents with individuals' monetary and logistical needs.
  • Prepared packages for shipment, pickup, and courier services for prompt delivery to customers.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously using organizational and analytical skills.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted.
  • Edited flyers or brochures to keep all company materials free of grammar errors and translate documents.
  • Helped individuals complete physical and electronic paperwork such as FAFSA
  • Provided financial aid counseling to enrolled and prospective students
  • Kept office supplies well organized and sufficiently stocked, placing orders promptly to replenish materials before depleted
  • Promptly received and forwarded incoming communications, such as phone calls, emails, and letters, to appropriate staff

Education

Associate of Science - Accounting

Del Mar College
12.2020

Bachelor of Science -

Texas A&M University
Corpus Christi
12-2028

Skills

  • Analytical reasoning
  • Data Entry and 10-Key
  • Microsoft Office
  • Accounts Payable/Receivable
  • Customer Service
  • Flexible and Adaptable to Changing Conditions
  • Spreadsheet Tracking
  • Excel Proficiency
  • Financial Management
  • Invoicing and Collections
  • QuickBooks
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Sage Software
  • Counter Point Software
  • ZOHO CRM

Languages

Spanish
English

Timeline

Brand Ambassador

High Profile
02.2023 - Current

Accounts Payable Assistant

Dirt Rocks
11.2022 - 01.2025

Accounts Payable Specialist

Ríos And Rios Corporation
05.2022 - 12.2022

Account Payables and Receivables/Collections

South Texas Lighthouse For The Blind
10.2021 - 05.2022

Vita Site Coordinator

Goodwill Industries Of South Texas
01.2021 - Current

Financial Aid Student Assistant

Del Mar College
07.2019 - 10.2021

Associate of Science - Accounting

Del Mar College

Bachelor of Science -

Texas A&M University

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