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Sharai Garcia

Summary

Focused Accounting professional with 3 years of experience maintaining financial records and reviewing account activity. Proven track record of developing accurate spreadsheets and delivering organized reports with Intaact. Accomplished in taking on tasks within strict deadlines while prioritizing urgent needs.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounting Associate

Denco Family Inc.
07.2021 - Current
  • Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
  • Ensured adherence to GAAP standards by maintaining proper documentation supporting all financial transactions recorded in the general ledger.
  • Maintained a high level of confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive financial information, promoting trust among clients and colleagues.
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
  • Adhering to accounting procedures and efficiently obtaining solutions for discrepancies
  • Daily input of journal entries and reconciliation of account receivable
  • Assisting in Ad Hoc Projects and cross training employees.
  • Enhanced financial accuracy by consistently reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies.
  • Assisted with annual budget preparation, monitoring expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
  • Reduced outstanding accounts receivable balances through diligent follow-up and negotiation efforts.

Collections /Accounts Receivable Clerk

Terra Universal Inc.
02.2020 - 05.2021
  • Analyzed and resolved accounting discrepancies for different departments.
  • Implemented automated reminder emails to clients regarding upcoming due dates for payments, resulting in timelier remittance processing.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries about their account status or billing concerns, building strong, long-lasting relationships.
  • Developed a comprehensive understanding of industry-specific billing practices and regulations in order to effectively manage customer accounts.
  • Prepared and mailed invoices to customers, processed payments, and documented account updates.
  • Made outbound calls to vendors and customers to discuss and resolve account needs.
  • Reconciled accounts receivable ledger to verify payments and resolve variances.
  • Followed up overdue payments and payment plans from clients to establish good cash flow.

Temporary Bookkeeper/Administrative Assistant

Edoc Publish Inc.
01.2019 - 04.2019
  • Managed Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
  • Processed Invoices and Bills
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service.
  • Presented audit findings to accounting manager after reviewing results and paperwork.
  • Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
  • Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.

Seasonal Administrative Assistant

Apollo Pros Professional Solutions
01.2017 - 05.2018
  • Inputted client data for payroll using Microsoft Excel in a fast paced environment
  • Implemented clients into staffing system.
  • Surpassed team goals by partnering with colleagues to implement best practices and protocols.
  • Established administrative work procedures to track staff's daily tasks.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Assisted in onboarding new employees, providing training materials, and coordinating orientation schedules to ensure a smooth integration into the team.
  • Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing organizational systems.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

California State University - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA
12.2018

Skills

  • Fluent in both English and Tagalog
  • Competent in business communication and customer service skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access
  • Prepared Invoices, collection of A/R and billing through multiple accounting programs
  • Experienced in analyzing and recording journal entries for Orion software and Microsoft Excel
  • Proficient in Data Entry and understanding GAAP Standards

References

  • Jenny Ngyuen, Accounting Associate, Terra Universal, (714) 589-6523 , jennyyminguyen@gmail.com
  • Sheena Sabater, Supervisor, Apollo Pros Professional Solutions, 4010 Watson Plaza Drive, Lakewood, CA, 90712, (714) 381-7581, sabater2010@gmail.com
  • RJ Delaney, Vice President of Apollo Pros, Apollo Pros Professional Solutions, 4010 Watson Plaza Drive, Lakewood, CA, 90712, (562) 833-3237, ronchris.delaney@gmail.com
  • Rod Smith, Professor of Accounting IS, California State University Long Beach, 1250 Bellflower Boulevard, Long Beach, CA, 90840, (562)985-5421, rod.smith@csulb.edu

Timeline

Accounting Associate

Denco Family Inc.
07.2021 - Current

Collections /Accounts Receivable Clerk

Terra Universal Inc.
02.2020 - 05.2021

Temporary Bookkeeper/Administrative Assistant

Edoc Publish Inc.
01.2019 - 04.2019

Seasonal Administrative Assistant

Apollo Pros Professional Solutions
01.2017 - 05.2018

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

California State University - Long Beach
Sharai Garcia