Shulima Santana-Flores
Lodi,NJ
Summary
Accounting professional with nearly 10 years of experience in general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial analysis, and cash management. Expertise includes bank reconciliations, journal entries, and international intercompany transaction processing. Strength in revenue and expense analysis, commission calculations, and resolving chargebacks, billing discrepancies, and account adjustments. Background includes audit support, financial reporting, and accounting process improvement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Accountant
Werner Aero, LLC
06.2023 - 07.2026
- Managed daily cash transactions, posted customer payments, and monitored cash balances to maintain accurate financial records.
- Supported accounts payable and accounts receivable operations, including vendor invoice processing, purchase order reviews, and customer billing.
- Assisted with month-end bank reconciliations, investigated discrepancies, and supported accurate financial reporting.
- Investigated and resolved customer billing discrepancies, chargebacks, deductions, and account adjustments to maintain accurate account balances.
- Analyzed accounts receivable aging reports, monitored outstanding balances, and followed up on past-due accounts to support collections.
- Reviewed and processed customer invoices, ensuring accurate billing and timely recording of financial transactions.
- Prepared audit schedules and supporting documentation, assisted with auditor inquiries, and ensured accuracy of financial records.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve accounting discrepancies, streamline processes, and improve operational efficiency.
Junior Accountant
Reliable Van & Storage
09.2020 - 06.2023
- Analyzed international intercompany transactions, reviewing revenue, expenses, and commission allocations associated with overseas moving projects.
- Prepared and posted cash management and general ledger journal entries, ensuring accurate recording of financial transactions.
- Performed monthly bank reconciliations across multiple accounts, identifying and resolving discrepancies to maintain accurate financial records.
- Conducted general ledger and customer account reconciliations, investigating variances and ensuring accuracy of account balances.
- Prepared monthly financial and management reports to support financial analysis and management decision-making.
- Processed and recorded daily bank deposits, ensuring accurate cash postings and account balances.
- Maintained accounts receivable records, monitored customer balances, and ensured accurate tracking of financial transactions.
- Collaborated with the collections team to analyze outstanding accounts, review payment histories and credit information, and support collection efforts and payment terms.
Junior Accountant
A Santini Moving & Storage
12.2016 - 09.2020
- Performed daily billing activities, including preparing and processing customer invoices and reviewing charges for accuracy, and maintaining accurate accounts receivable records.
- Calculated and verified sales commissions for sales representatives and owner-operators, ensuring accurate commission rates, payment amounts, and timely processing.
- Managed accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to ensure financial efficiency.
- Reviewed and processed invoices, purchase orders, and sales tax for accuracy and compliance.
- Executed monthly check runs and processed payments to ensure timely cash flow management.
- Prepared monthly accounts receivable and accounts payable accruals to enhance accuracy in financial reporting.
- Followed up on past-due invoices to strengthen collections efforts and improve cash recovery.
- Set up and maintained customer and vendor accounts to streamline operations.
- Monitored purchasing budgets for supplies to control expenses.
- Processed payroll accurately and on time, ensuring employee satisfaction.
Education
BBA - Business Accounting
Berkeley College
Woodland Park, NJ01-2024
AAS - Business Accounting
Bergen Community College
Paramus05-2020
Diploma -
John F. Kennedy Educational Complex
Paterson, NJ06-2012
Skills
Software & Technical Skills
- Microsoft Excel: PivotTables, VLOOKUP, XLOOKUP, SUMIF, SUMIFS, formulas, and data analysis
- Financial Reporting & Analysis: Data reconciliation, financial analysis, and spreadsheet management
- Accounting Software & ERP Systems: Solomon, Magaya, Pentagon, Sage 500
- QuickBooks: Completed coursework and training in QuickBooks
- Microsoft Office & Google Workspace: Proficient in productivity and collaboration tools
LANGUAGES
Bengali
Timeline
Senior Accountant
Werner Aero, LLC
06.2023 - 07.2026
Junior Accountant
Reliable Van & Storage
09.2020 - 06.2023
Junior Accountant
A Santini Moving & Storage
12.2016 - 09.2020
BBA - Business Accounting
Berkeley College
AAS - Business Accounting
Bergen Community College
Diploma -
John F. Kennedy Educational Complex