Vanessa Guerra
San Marcos,TX
Summary
Dynamic Director of Accounting with proven expertise in cash flow management, budget oversight, and ERP systems. Adept at implementing cost control measures that enhance financial efficiency and ensure compliance.
Overview
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14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Accounting
Workman Commercial Construction Services
01.2024 - Current
- Directed daily accounting operations, ensuring compliance with financial regulations and standards.
- Led budgeting processes, collaborating with project managers to optimize resource allocation.
- Implemented cost control measures, enhancing overall financial efficiency across projects.
- Mentored accounting staff, fostering professional development and improving team performance.
- Streamlined accounting procedures, reducing processing time and increasing accuracy in reporting.
- Developed internal controls, safeguarding company assets and mitigating financial risks effectively.
- Coordinated audits with external agencies, ensuring transparency and adherence to industry standards.
- Oversaw accounts payable and receivable functions, maintaining strong cash flow management practices that ensured prompt payment from clients and timely settlements with vendors.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant tax laws and regulations, minimizing risk exposure through diligent oversight of filings and documentation practices.
- Reduced month-end closing time by optimizing workflows and implementing automated reconciliation processes.
- Liaised with senior management on financial matters, presenting regular updates and ensuring complete transparency regarding the company''s financial position.
- Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.
- Managed the ERP system as the company administrator.
Account Manager
Workman Commercial Construction Services
07.2022 - 01.2024
- Developed and implemented strategic account plans to drive business growth and client satisfaction.
- Facilitated regular communication between clients, subcontractors, and internal teams to enhance collaboration.
- Evaluated internal controls, recommending improvements to mitigate risks and enhance operational effectiveness.
- Developed and implemented various procedures to improve accounting processes.
- Managed relationships with external vendors, ensuring timely payments and accurate recording of expenses.
- Coordinated efforts between the accounting team and other departments to ensure accuracy in interdepartmental transactions and proper cost allocation.
- Created and maintained financial databases for data entry, tracking and reporting.
Accountant VI
Texas Department Of Insurance
02.2013 - 07.2022
- Directed financial reporting efforts and ensured compliance with state regulations.
- Streamlined accounting procedures, improving operational efficiency by reducing invoice processing times.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support training initiatives through agency training
- Enhanced team productivity and knowledge by leading regular training sessions on accounting best practices and software updates.
- Coordinated audits with external firms, ensuring thorough preparation and compliance with standards.
- Developed training programs for staff on best practices in accounting procedures and systems usage.
- Reconciled Airfare and Lodging direct bill accounts for state travelers.
Skills
- Accounts payable
- Accounts receivable
- Cash management
- Financial forecasting
- Month-end reporting
- Budget management
- ERP systems
- General ledger management
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of six in the development of rating and selecting a new vendor for the State of Texas travel booking tool.
- Led ERP Integration as the company Administrator for Workman Commercial and created a training platform for staff.
- Developed travel training for the Accounts Payable team and presented to agency-wide department liaisons.
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Director of Accounting
Workman Commercial Construction Services
01.2024 - Current
Account Manager
Workman Commercial Construction Services
07.2022 - 01.2024
Accountant VI
Texas Department Of Insurance
02.2013 - 07.2022