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Veronica Aguilar

Pecos

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Accounts Specialist

Salgado Transports LLC.
01.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to address financial issues, improving overall efficiency.
  • Managed vendor relationships, negotiating favorable terms to control costs and improve service quality.
  • Coordinated month-end closing activities, ensuring accurate financial statements within tight deadlines.
  • Maintained accuracy in financial data entry by diligently reviewing transactions and correcting errors promptly.
  • Served as a trusted resource for colleagues seeking guidance on various aspects of account management, fostering teamwork and knowledge sharing.
  • Prepared and submitted timely invoices, statements and payment reminders for customers.

Interim Executive Director

Pecos Area Chamber Of Commerce/CVB
12.2020 - 06.2022
  • Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to strategically affect operational direction.
  • Drove strategic improvements to enhance operational and organizational efficiencies.
  • Exercised appropriate cost control to meet budget restrictions and maximize profitability.
  • Recruited new members by networking at community events and distributing promotional materials to attendees.
  • Updated and maintained membership database on consistent basis.
  • Spearheaded change management and strategic turnaround for company during significant restructuring and downsizing.

Office Manager

Pecos Area Chamber Of Commerce/CVB
08.2015 - 06.2022
  • Maintained computer and physical filing systems.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Optimized organizational systems for payment collections, AP/AR, deposits and recordkeeping.
  • Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
  • Managed office operations while scheduling appointments for department managers.
  • Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.
  • Coordinated special projects and managed schedules.
  • Compared vendor prices and negotiated for optimal savings.
  • Arranged corporate and office conferences for company employees and guests.
  • Prepared meeting materials and took clear notes to distribute to stakeholders.

Optometrist Assistant

West Texas Eyecare
02.2014 - 07.2016
  • Conducted pretest procedures to gather data before exam and make eye appointments more efficient and productive.
  • Input patient information and exam findings into electronic medical records system to facilitate accurate record-keeping.
  • Assisted with insurance questions, eligibility and prior authorizations of medications and glasses.
  • Coordinated patient scheduling, monitored patient flow throughout office and properly communicated delays.
  • Instructed patients on contact lens insertion and removal and lens care guidelines.
  • Helped patients with selecting and ordering glasses or contact lenses to encourage informed decisions.
  • Performed ancillary testing when ordered by optometrist and thoroughly explained procedures to patients.
  • Collaborated with optometry staff to reach individual and team goals.
  • Assisted with dilating patients or using eye medications when directed by optometrist.
  • Acquainted patients with procedures and explained purpose of testing to establish consent.
  • Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
  • Collected and documented patient medical information such as blood pressure and weight.
  • Assisted with routine checks and diagnostic testing by collecting and processing specimens.
  • Collaborated with medical and administrative personnel to maintain patient-focused, engaging and compassionate environment.
  • Maintained detailed records of test results by entering data and patient information into computer.
  • Liaised with patients and addressed inquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
  • Supported duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Efficiently performed insurance verifications, pre-certifications and pre-authorization functions.
  • Implemented care and efficiency improvements to support and enhance office operations.
  • Collected pertinent data and calculations to aid physician in interpreting results.

Accounting Clerk

Town Of Pecos City
08.2012 - 10.2013
  • Applied proper codes to invoices, files and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
  • Input high volume of monthly invoices with consistent accuracy.
  • Monitored status of accounts receivable and payable to facilitate prompt processing.
  • Managed accounts payable and receivables and payroll.
  • Investigated daily variances and corrected errors to resolve discrepancies.
  • Managed accounting records and performed dues-ins and dues-outs tasks.
  • Investigated and resolved internal accounting variances to keep records current.
  • Completed biweekly payroll for company personnel.
  • Prepared reports for upper management detailing key financial metrics
  • Reconciled company accounts for credit cards, employee expenses and commissions.
  • Communicated with suppliers to reconcile invoice payments.

Education

High School Diploma -

Pecos High School
Pecos, TX
2002

Skills

  • Friendly and Relatable
  • Confidence and Drive
  • Adaptable and Resilient
  • Special Event Projects
  • Employee Timesheet Processing
  • Volunteer Relations
  • Office Management
  • Biweekly Payroll Processing
  • Intuit QuickBooks
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office
  • Invoice and Payment Tracking
  • Spanish Fluency
  • Documentation

Timeline

Accounts Specialist

Salgado Transports LLC.
01.2023 - Current

Interim Executive Director

Pecos Area Chamber Of Commerce/CVB
12.2020 - 06.2022

Office Manager

Pecos Area Chamber Of Commerce/CVB
08.2015 - 06.2022

Optometrist Assistant

West Texas Eyecare
02.2014 - 07.2016

Accounting Clerk

Town Of Pecos City
08.2012 - 10.2013

High School Diploma -

Pecos High School
Veronica Aguilar