Results-driven accountant experienced in financial statement review, auditing and reporting. Well-versed in producing reports, evaluating department operations and handling month- and year-end closings. Meticulous, conscientious and methodical in approach. I have with strong background in financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting. Develops and implements financial plans and delivers strategic financial advice.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Accountant
Imperial County Department of Social Services
10.2016 - Current
Maintained files with confidentiality in and easily accessible format
Assigned and monitored miscellaneous clerical functions
Performed data entry into automated accounting system
Maintained state, local and company compliance reports and logs
Compiled and documented all transactions for data entry
Exercised limited purchasing and inventory control
Accounted of accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and inventory
Balanced all accounts, including grants, state, and federal
Quarterly prepare the County Expense Claim report to the state.
Tracked business revenue and expenditures and reconciled accounts to maintain high accuracy.
Reported financial data and updated financial records in ledgers and journals.
Analyzed and prepared annual budgets to contain costs, minimize losses and assure compliance with internal controls.
Compiled budget figures by reviewing past budgets, evaluating estimated income, and assessing expenses.
Stayed on top of applicable federal and state requirements to minimize legal and financial risks.
Assessed data and information to verify entry, calculation, and billing code accuracy.
Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
Organized budget documentation and tracked expenses to maintain tight business controls.
Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
Tracked funds, prepared deposits and reconciled accounts.
Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
Reconciled account information and reported figures in general ledger by comparing to bank account statement each month.
Led daily general ledger entries, using double-entry accounting method and check backs.
Prepared working papers, reports and supporting documentation for audit findings.
Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
Collected and reported monthly expense variances and explanations.
Trained new employees on accounting principles and company procedures.
Partnered with auditors to track errors and add contributions to maintain accuracy.
Compiled general ledger entries on short schedule with 100% accuracy.
Accountant Assistant
Marcus Family Law Center
09.2011 - 10.2016
Reconciled utility customer accounts receivable sub-ledger to general ledger
Provided analytical interpretation of monthly financial results to Accounting Management
Prepared month-end and year-end reporting for Shared Services
Supported quarterly and year-end financial reporting and audit deliverables
Supported research and administration of tax incentive programs
Accounted analysis and reconciliation of specific ledger accounts
Created effective, efficient and accurate accounting operations
Prepared general ledger entries by maintaining records and files
Coordinated and managed monthly inventory reconciliations.
Education
No Degree - Public Administration
Imperial Valley College
Imperial, CA
12.2023
High School Diploma -
CALEXICO HIGH SCHOOL
CALEXICO, CA
06.2005
Skills
Financial Analysis
Budget Development
Accounting and Bookkeeping
Financial Reporting
Auditing
Account Reconciliation
Financial Management
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Accountant
Imperial County Department of Social Services
10.2016 - Current
Accountant Assistant
Marcus Family Law Center
09.2011 - 10.2016
No Degree - Public Administration
Imperial Valley College
High School Diploma -
CALEXICO HIGH SCHOOL
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