Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Financial Reporting Analyst
The Walt Disney Company
10.2022 - Current
Identify and document internal controls procedures and present to senior leadership and Internal Audit teams to ensure compliance and accuracy of financial reports and records as well as prepare roll-forward schedules to support audit selections
Research and analyze financial reporting guidances and partner with Technical Accounting and External Reporting teams to ensure financial statements, disclosures, MD&A, and supplemental documents are in compliance with GAAP and SOX guidelines
Engage cross functionally with Operations partners to understand new products and implement operational accounting processes to support products and accurately recognize revenue
Collaborate with Finance and Accounting Partners to review, input and process over 20 journal entries during month end related to earned and deferred revenue, operational expenses, fixed assets, and capital projects
Lead a project team to design and build a new accounting system for DIsneyland Resort’s admissions tickets and improve the existing system until a new system is fully designed and implemented
Coordinate and assist external audit teams on a quarterly basis with scheduling site visits, financial statement audits and internal control review
Accountant
The Irvine Company
01.2022 - 10.2022
Processed month end close for the Resort at Pelican Hill and assisted Operations with reviewing and posting accruals, preparing reclass entries and performing balance sheet account reconciliations
Maintained compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws by staying informed about changes and filing all required transient occupancy tax and sales and use tax forms accurately and promptly
Handled complex payroll situations such as tips and gratuities, back pay calculations, off-cycle payments with accuracy and professionalism
Contributed to the overall effectiveness of the accounting team by consistently meeting deadlines, maintaining open communication channels, and actively participating in departmental meetings.
Contributed to successful audits by preparing comprehensive documentation and responding promptly to auditor inquiries.
Financial Reporting Analyst
The Irvine Company
06.2021 - 01.2022
Assisted Operations teams with month end close process by reviewing the Resort at Pelican Hill’s trial balance, submitting accruals and calculating cost of sales for retail inventories
Supported the Director of Finance by preparing and analyzing financial statements, including balance sheet, income statement and P&L reporting, as well as provide commentary for decks to be presented to executives
Provided vital insights for business development initiatives through diligent market research and competitive analysis and presented findings to Senior Leadership to drive further revenue initatives
Created dashboards for Retail and Food and Beverage Operations to identify which products and menu items would be purchased by resort guests and identify opportunities for cost optimization
Sr. Staff Accountant - A/R
The Irvine Company
10.2020 - 06.2021
Reviewed accounts receivable aging report regularly to identify and address outstanding accounts and posted customer payments to the appropriate general ledger accounts by recording check batches, credit card transactions and electronic transfers in the accounting software
Enhanced customer satisfaction levels by improving responsiveness to inquiries or concerns
Successfully managed change initiatives throughout the organization during periods of significant transition and growth
Participated in the month-end close process, ensuring accurate reporting of accounts receivable balances and timely submission of data for financial statements.
Staff Accountant - A/R
The Irvine Company
09.2017 - 10.2020
Expedited payment collection with timely submission of invoices and proactive communication with clients
Reduced outstanding debts through consistent follow-up on overdue invoices and negotiating payment plans
Conducted regular audits of customer accounts to ensure accuracy, identifying potential errors or inconsistencies for correction
Facilitated timely account updates by promptly processing adjustments for credits, discounts, and writeoffs
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